The Players on Roos

[Demonland 72,230]

Tom McDonald says he can't wait to play under Roos, after having a meeting with him on Monday - http://www.melbournefc.com.au/melbourne/news/2013-09-12/mcdonald-rapt-with-roos-on-board

Jack Grimes hopes to continue his leadership position under Paul Roos - http://www.melbournefc.com.au/melbourne/news/2013-09-12/i-want-to-stay-skipper-under-roos-grimes

I will post any other stories about players talking about Roos here.

[binman 43,135]

Tom McDonald says he can't wait to play under Roos, after having a meeting with him on Monday - http://www.melbournefc.com.au/melbourne/news/2013-09-12/mcdonald-rapt-with-roos-on-board

Jack Grimes hopes to continue his leadership position under Paul Roos - http://www.melbournefc.com.au/melbourne/news/2013-09-12/i-want-to-stay-skipper-under-roos-grimes

I will post any other stories about players talking about Roos here.

A common thread thus far with Roos in his discussion of players and the comments in the articles above is players having clearly defined set roles and positions. Roos noted that that is what Watts needed (that's a mouthful!)'. McDonald said Roos talked to him about his role and what position he would play and Grimes said he discussed with Roos about what the new coach expects from him from next year.

"I really need and want to get a set position, where I feel like I play my best position," Grimes said.

"I love to have the flexibility in my game, but I feel I'd like to really nail down a No. 1 position."

I'd love to know by the by where Grimes sees his best position. I suspect Roos will play him at half back flank.

[DeeSpencer 25,723]

Grimes is going to HBF for sure. McDonald won't move from CHB. The interesting one is Watts. I can't see Roos weakening the midfield running power by letting Watts sit in a forward pocket and kick a couple of goals on the lead each week. Not if Clark, Hogan and Dawes are around. Jacky boy is going to have to get running, chasing, tackling into is game in some role. Be it high half forward, wing or half back. Maybe all 3.

[DeeVoted 583]

Grimes is going to HBF for sure. McDonald won't move from CHB. The interesting one is Watts. I can't see Roos weakening the midfield running power by letting Watts sit in a forward pocket and kick a couple of goals on the lead each week. Not if Clark, Hogan and Dawes are around. Jacky boy is going to have to get running, chasing, tackling into is game in some role. Be it high half forward, wing or half back. Maybe all 3.

I agree with you. Unless there is a few injuries up on the forward line, or a brief structure change during a game, "Killa' better invest in some good running boots.

[jackaub 1,402]

A common thread thus far with Roos in his discussion of players and the comments in the articles above is players having clearly defined set roles and positions. Roos noted that that is what Watts needed (that's a mouthful!)'. McDonald said Roos talked to him about his role and what position he would play and Grimes said he discussed with Roos about what the new coach expects from him from next year.

"I really need and want to get a set position, where I feel like I play my best position," Grimes said.

"I love to have the flexibility in my game, but I feel I'd like to really nail down a No. 1 position."

I'd love to know by the by where Grimes sees his best position. I suspect Roos will play him at half back flank.

Grimes is not strong enough for the midfiled Half back flank is his best

[dazzledavey36 55,000]

Tom Mcdonald will become our Ted Richards.

Roos will love him and develop him into a great footballer.

[bananas 428]

Anyone else hoping Roos gets Watts playing a Goodes-ish sort of a role? (Minus the spells in the ruck, of course.)

[FireInTheBennelly 4,072]

Anyone else hoping Roos gets Watts playing a Goodes-ish sort of a role? (Minus the spells in the ruck, of course.)

Couldn't have said it better myself

[Neitz the Great 555]

All I want is Jack Watt's to put some effort in his footy

he's an afl player for god's sake

22million people want to be in his position!

[Cards13 9,117]

Anyone else hoping Roos gets Watts playing a Goodes-ish sort of a role? (Minus the spells in the ruck, of course.)

Hoping... I'm hoping for a 20mill Tatts win too but not sure it will happen. He hasn't the desire for body contact to play that role yet. Play him fwd and see how he goes.

[Moonshadow 17,676]

I have always thought that 99% of footballers want a clearly defined role which they will play week in, week out. Loose man down back, then lead up fwd, then running high half fwd, then a spell in the middle - these only confuse a guy.

[Ted Lasso 19,521]

I think the thing about Roosy is that he is an honest to god good bloke, no spin on things like with Neeld, knows it will be hard but is clearly up for the challenge and makes no secret of the fact he rates the players.

[Grimseyisgod 378]

some wont like Roosy, most will like him.

The ones that like him will most likely excel under him and become really great players.

if Colin stays i really appreciate his resiliency to have played with so many coaches and it will show if he really is a great team player.

This could potentially make Colin

[McQueen 17,865]

I hope Roosy has a serious-chat-table and just a casual-chat-table for these sorts of meetings so the players know what they're in for.

[Rhino Richards 1,467]

If I take the players comments at face value, I hope Roos can provide each player and the group with the self belief, hope and spirit that has been shredded over the past 2-3 years.

[McQueen 17,865]

If I take the players comments at face value, I hope Roos can provide each player and the group with the self belief, hope and spirit that has been shredded over the past 2-3 years.

The key ingredients for sure.

[Demon Dynasty 17,109]

Tom Mcdonald will become our Ted Richards.

Roos will love him and develop him into a great footballer.

:wub:

Jeepers. There's a heap of man love going around this place lately. So different to the last few years. Wonder how Biff is handling all this!

[Coup Cooper 610]

I'm worried that Sylvia who is overseas with Moloney atm will head to Brisbane..

[Grimseyisgod 378]

I'm worried that Sylvia who is overseas with Moloney atm will head to Brisbane..

he is overseas with Nathan Jones also and his Girlfriend mate

[s-t-i-n-g-a 439]

If Roos is having chats with the players I just hope he doesn't talk to the indigenous boys as a group.

[Carrot Top 947]

I'm worried that Sylvia who is overseas with Moloney atm will head to Brisbane..

Brisbane is in worse shape than us. No coach and every semi decent player wanting out (except Rich who is being nasty to the less fortunate).

[Akum 2,660]

... (except Rich who is being nasty to the less fortunate).

Did I miss something???

[angrydee 842]

I'm worried that Sylvia who is overseas with Moloney atm will head to Brisbane..

It's one way traffic at the Lions, and it aint coming in. All those deluded players who re-signed before Voss's sacking must be spewing.

Col may not be the brightest spark at the club, but he's not that stupid.

[Carrot Top 947]

Did I miss something???

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-09-06/brisbane-lions-investigating-allegation-a-player-assaulted-a-ma/4940448

[jackaub 1,402]

I'm worried that Sylvia who is overseas with Moloney atm will head to Brisbane..

Let him enjoy the sunshine with his mate