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Just fact. You can please yourself how you take it, or how it reads. I'm not into nursing every poor souls feelings on here.

Not really fact until he's played at least a few games though is it really? Not saying you're wrong, but if ever there was a poster who would be the first to say "proof is in the pudding" I thought it would be the guy who says players prove themselves only in finals.

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Not really fact until he's played at least a few games though is it really? Not saying you're wrong, but if ever there was a poster who would be the first to say "proof is in the pudding" I thought it would be the guy who says players prove themselves only in finals.

My post in this thread says, "I'm a big fan, but it's hard to just take note of training form", so I OBVIOUSLY acknowledge that.

He's a more classy mid than Magner, but it will mean SFA if he can't handle the transition to AFL footy. My guess is that if Magner can, who I admire immensely btw, because he's got the most out of very limited talent, then Jones will have some success at that level too.

Jeez Stuie, all you like to do is argue. I have no interest whether you like my "delivery", or not. Let's communicate less, shall we ?

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Jesus Ben..what's up with you lately? I'm putting your irritability down to a lack of football.

At least Jose makes arrogance fun. You just seem angry all time.

I think a nice banana with a long single malt would help no end P_Man.

Unfortunately BH would probably tell us where to stick the banana.

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Anyway, back on topic ... was an interesting article. Too easy to write players off who don't quite make it into The System as 16 and 17 year olds, or get drafted as 18 year olds. I suspect he will take most of this year to acclimatise, but if he continues to build as he's done over the last few years, could indeed be a useful pick up. Certainly a bit of a buzz around him from the players.

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From what I have seen of him in the VFL and training, I would liken him to Ryan Griffen from the Dogs. Obviously he is not of the same calibre but he is a tall mid with speed and good skills. I think he will play a lot of games this year.

That's not a bad take, when I saw him at training I was also impressed with his speed and without getting the measuring tape out I could see that he is taller than the other mids ala Griffin.

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I must say he was a must more polished and larger unit than i was expecting to see. Definitely one to keep an eye on. It's all before him. Good luck son.

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Scruie you're back ( note how to spell you're). I thought your remarkably vulgar post about Kero would have got you banned forever. However, I am genuinely glad you're back - may the fun continue.

Stuie obviously has no guilt about his dehumanising treatment of Kero.

He forced the pope to resign over it and now he's back.

It's the briefest stint in the cooler I've seen.

Meanwhile Range Rover is stuck in a snowstorm without any chains.

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Stuie obviously has no guilt about his dehumanising treatment of Kero.

He forced the pope to resign over it and now he's back.

It's the briefest stint in the cooler I've seen.

Meanwhile Range Rover is stuck in a snowstorm without any chains.

yeah i could forgive him for his disgusting insinuations if only he showed a modicum of remorse or contrition

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... but if ever there was a poster who would be the first to say "proof is in the pudding" I thought it would be the guy who says players prove themselves only in finals.

I think BH would more correctly say the 'proof of the pudding is in the eating'. ^_^

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Stuie obviously has no guilt about his dehumanising treatment of Kero.

He forced the pope to resign over it and now he's back.

It's the briefest stint in the cooler I've seen.

Meanwhile Range Rover is stuck in a snowstorm without any chains.

Haven't got any funnier.

Actually going to block at least you Biffen i think. You ruin this site IMO.

See ya at the footy.

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yeah i could forgive him for his disgusting insinuations if only he showed a modicum of remorse or contrition

Why would I show any kind of remorse to you? I've spoken to those who matter, maybe take the hint if you weren't one of them.

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Scruie you're back ( note how to spell you're). I thought your remarkably vulgar post about Kero would have got you banned forever. However, I am genuinely glad you're back - may the fun continue.

Well my admittedly very ordinary post did get me rightfully banned, but unfortunately for you guys not forever.

It's good to take a break from ye olde 'Land every now and then though, highly advise it to those who seem to take life's frustrations out here on fellow suffering Dees tragics.

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Haven't got any funnier.

Actually going to block at least you Biffen i think. You ruin this site IMO.

See ya at the footy.

You've gotten a little bit funnier.

Not much I admit.

Please dont block me Stu.

You can't just shut me out like that.

Ever since you and Ben parted ways you just keep lashing out.

Did you get the measuring tape out for Matt Jones

Can you rock up to training and get his vitals?

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I'm a big fan, but it's hard to just take note of training form. Another poster that went to training recently didn't think much of him, whereas at one of mine he was the standout. He's fast, tall, smart, and a beautiful kick. He looks a lot like Taggert, who doesn't impress me as much. I wonder if the poster confused him with Taggert ?

He could be a real midfield find. But it may take him half a season to get used to the AFL speed and pressure. Toumpas, Viney, Blease, Barry and Matt Jones all have speed and deliver well by foot. The club targeted midfield pace in the off season and have come up trumps.

Obviously it will be interesting to see his NAB Cup form given that you've only seen him at training, but, on what you've observed over the pre-season, is he a decent chance to play in round one?

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Jesus Ben..what's up with you lately? I'm putting your irritability down to a lack of football.

At least Jose makes arrogance fun. You just seem angry all time.

There's a sig for Jose...

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