MATCH PREVIEW AND TEAM SELECTION - Round 23

[Curry & Beer 5,444]

fark we can't lose Watts

there are about 3 people on the list with genuine class and he is one of them

[Moneider96 1,045]

More to this I reckon. Don't think we will be seeing Watts with us next year.

[chook fowler 19,459]

fark we can't lose Watts

there are about 3 people on the list with genuine class and he is one of them

It all depends what the deal is. I trust our current recruiters.

[93dee 104]

If the speculation is true and we are trading Watts that is almost it for me. Trade a dude when he starts to show promise. Good stuff MFC.

[Coq au vin 755]

Another embarrassing loss to Greatest Waste of Space should lead to a lot of list turnover. Bring it on big time!

[Gator 17,361]

Watts won't go.

I'm not that lucky.

[sue 9,107]

Another embarrassing loss to Greatest Waste of Space should lead to a lot of list turnover. Bring it on big time!

That is stupid and worse than mere negativity. There will be a turnover - we don't need an embarrassing loss.

[Bombay Airconditioning 6,396]

For those against a possible Watts trade. In case you missed last years finals make sure you watch this years. Ask yourself honestly would the intensity he brings stand up in finals.

If he is to be traded this would be Goodwins call I'm guessing, someone who has an idea about what's required.

How do we know Watts didn't ask to be traded.

[waynewussell 5,748]

Watts would not leave MFC at the drop of a hat. He is very loyal and loves the place. There are a number of contingencies here

* not playing his role as well as required against Freo

* has an offer from another club that MFC can use for some other advantage

* will resume former position as another player is unlikely to get up for Sunday

* just making way so Roos can get another look at someone else on the fringe

etc etc

[CityDee 738]

wouldn't like to see Jack go - too many who cant use it and give away a guy who can , who needs a half back? goldy for dixon , gws for who?

[What 18,810]

For those against a possible Watts trade. In case you missed last years finals make sure you watch this years. Ask yourself honestly would the intensity he brings stand up in finals.

Watts would not fire a shot in the intensity of a finals game. He is expendable, and hopefully this dropping is a sign we have a trade lined up to net us something good for him.

Edited September 4, 2015 by hogans_heroes

[93dee 104]

For those against a possible Watts trade. In case you missed last years finals make sure you watch this years. Ask yourself honestly would the intensity he brings stand up in finals.

If he is to be traded this would be Goodwins call I'm guessing, someone who has an idea about what's required.

How do we know Watts didn't ask to be traded.

If he asks to be traded I won't blame the MFC obviously... the people who talk about his intensity are the people i suspect don't watch melbourne games... particularly the second half of the season.

Pendulbury plays a similar style... would you question his intensity?

Why would we turf one of the few guys in our side who can actually use the footy?!

[Bombay Airconditioning 6,396]

If the speculation is true and we are trading Watts that is almost it for me. Trade a dude when he starts to show promise. Good stuff MFC.

Maybe you could send your pocket money in. Worked for that little girl last time.

[waynewussell 5,748]

... but I don't deny that this may flag a Watts involvement in a Roos master stroke to get that 'A' grade mid!

[Lucifers Hero 39,818]

Don't want to throw fuel on the fire but here's what a friend texted me a few days ago (I've waiting to see if something like this might happen):

"Hot news for you mate... We did a membership poster thingy for Melbourne footy club with jack watts as the front cover. They just rang and asked if he can be replaced. Hmmmm"

Obviously it might not mean anything - but if you add that to his unexplained dropping this week then it starts to feel like something MIGHT be happening.

Could be simple explanations:-

-Maybe they want to put Jesse on the front cover after he wins the Rising Star award!

-Maybe Jack isn't playing for team balance reasons and so they can give the kids a go.

It doesn't make sense to not play him just because there is a trade in the wings.

On that basis why play Howe? He obviously didn't like the offer we made him and wants to go.

I'm hoping and praying that Jack is a Dee for many years to come.

[Guest]

Despite all the adversity, I would really stuggle to watch Jack line up in another side's colours. He's our lad. Don't know if I've ever wanted to see a bloke succeed so much. I just pray it's with us that he gets that success.

Anyway, it's probably just another case of Roos' bizarre team selections this year.

[93dee 104]

Maybe you could send your pocket money in. Worked for that little girl last time.

Well it wouldn't if it was the MFC's call...

Gee your intensity is a bit off.

Edited September 4, 2015 by 93dee

[Bombay Airconditioning 6,396]

If he asks to be traded I won't blame the MFC obviously... the people who talk about his intensity are the people i suspect don't watch melbourne games... particularly the second half of the season.

Pendulbury plays a similar style... would you question his intensity?

Why would we turf one of the few guys in our side who can actually use the footy?!

Pendles wins his own footy, whilst being tagged and rips games apart. Watts has to be in space and have it delivered perfectly. Pendles leads by example.

[Damo 3,356]

What ever Jack Watts is worth this year, it is much more than it would be next year in my opinion.

I would be happier keeping Jack Grimes who is about equally effective because Grimes gives it a red hot go.

Watts is worth more on the table though.

[93dee 104]

Pendles wins his own footy, whilst being tagged and rips games apart. Watts has to be in space and have it delivered perfectly. Pendles leads by example.

My speculation proves accurate. You don't watch MFC games.

[samcantstandya 1,055]

If the speculation is true and we are trading Watts that is almost it for me. Trade a dude when he starts to show promise. Good stuff MFC.

I won't renew my membership if we trade him.

[dee-luded 2,959]

Harmes Brayshaw Jkh White

A look through the window at tomorrow perhaps

yep.. & maybe, just maybe, both clubs having a peek at one anothers young & fringe list players ?

[Damo 3,356]

I won't renew my membership if we trade him.

I said an equally silly remark at the end of David Cordners career.

[Lil_red_fire_engine 11,177]

Watts did enough in his 4-5 weeks of quality form to raise his trade value to a point that may have relevance. I suspect he is the bait for a bigger deal. Not out of contract so would be for the right price.

Edited September 4, 2015 by big_red_fire_engine

[Bombay Airconditioning 6,396]

My speculation proves accurate. You don't watch MFC games.

If you think Pendles and a Watts have similar styles you are mistaken.

The bit about your pocket money was a joke but having read some of your comments I think I was pretty much on the mark.