Nifty Nev Jetta

[Middymalt 244]

He's obviously a free agent this year, there's guys on our list that have made more coin over journey and nev fought back from the rookie list hope the club pays him what his worth and this contract sets his family's security up, I would offer him 1.2 million over 3 seasons he really is a great player and deserves it.

[Gorgoroth 12,911]

I think he will get more than 400k a year with the cap going up.

[praha 11,226]

Easily in our top 5 most important players.

[Deeoldfart 8,005]

Nev is a ripper, and in 2016 he's been the 'glue' in our defense.  Reliable, hard-working, courageous and building his game year on year.  A fantastic story of persistence and hard work and a typical Paul Roos prodige'.   As a free agent, other clubs will have him on their radar, which bodes well for Nev's finances.  I dunno what all that equates to in dollars, but imo he has easily established himself in the top quartile of players at the Club, and should be paid accordingly.  I reckon 3 years is the right term.

Edited June 10, 2016 by Deeoldfart
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[pineapple dee 2,892]

Nev is well worth every cent he will get in his new contract. The club will ensure he receives a fair deal. The role he plays for us is incredibly important and difficult when you consider the quality of smaller opponents he has to pick up week in week out. 

[JV7 2,350]

Absolute gun.. Never thought I'd say that about Jetta during his days as a small forward. Pi$$es me off his never bought up in All Australian discussions in the media... His easily in the top 5 small defenders in the leauge. Important signature and should be rewarded with a good contract 

[CatFishPig 439]

3 minutes ago, JV7 said:

Absolute gun.. Never thought I'd say that about Jetta during his days as a small forward. Pi$$es me off his never bought up in All Australian discussions in the media... His easily in the top 5 small defenders in the leauge. Important signature and should be rewarded with a good contract 

http://www.afl.com.au/news/2016-06-01/your-clubs-all-australian-contenders

Happy days

 

[Demon Dynasty 17,109]

Some of our other players, especially some of our reg forwards, would do well to follow his lead on 1%s and pressure acts. 

Probably our best on this side and this is one of our big weaknesses overall. If we could up the ante here, especially in the forward 50, I reckon we are a top 6 proposition ....even with the current list (and some key outs back in like Viney and others firing up like H, Jeffy & Dunn all pushing for a spot again).

[Thrice 216]

I remember the story of when our recruiting team went over to WA (Busselton?) to interview him. We found his Aunt who thought we actually there to talk to his cousin Lewis, as he was the one the family thought was the better player. Certainly early in their careers that was the case, and arguably even over their respective journeys, but at the present moment there is no question that we have the better player.

[monoccular 17,409]

His will be a very important signature.  I hope he is offered what is reasonable and fair, and that he repays the club's loyalty to him.

Edited June 10, 2016 by monoccular
Autocorrect, again

[stuie 7,374]

5 hours ago, Gorgoroth said:

I think he will get more than 400k a year with the cap going up.

Yeah, current average AFL wage is around 350k, so would think Nev is worth more than 400k.

 

[hardtack 10,511]

1 hour ago, CatFishPig said:

http://www.afl.com.au/news/2016-06-01/your-clubs-all-australian-contenders

Happy days

 

Rohan Connolly couldn't find a place for big Max in his mid-season AA team (had Goldstein as first ruck and Nic Nat second)... so it's no surprise that the media don't notice Nev.

[stuie 7,374]

10 minutes ago, hardtack said:

Rohan Connolly couldn't find a place for big Max in his mid-season AA team (had Goldstein as first ruck and Nic Nat second)... so it's no surprise that the media don't notice Nev.

I used to think Connolly was ok, but this year especially he has lost the plot. Not sure if he's trying to get a gig with the Sun, or if it's just hearing him on SEN, but he geniunely seems clueless. Now, this isn't because of the Gawn AA team thing, it's a general comment. The list of footy journos worth reading is just shrinking every year.

 

[hemingway 7,615]

Nev has been a revelation over the past two seasons. Needs to be treated fairly and equitably in regard to his contract. As with any footy club or business each player needs to be paid appropriately in regard to the contribution that he makes to the team and his importance now and in the future to team success. A balanced view has to be taken understanding that all the key players need to feel that they are being treated fairly and equitably. Other clubs may throw more money at a player so satisfying all players on money is not always possible that's why mate ship and tangible team success and finals footy becomes persuasive.

[FireInTheBennelly 4,072]

If a player is delisted and then picked back up through the rookie draft, does that not restart the free agency clock?

[Ethan Tremblay 30,812]

2 minutes ago, FireInTheBelly said:

If a player is delisted and then picked back up through the rookie draft, does that not restart the free agency clock?

Nope.

[FireInTheBennelly 4,072]

2 minutes ago, Ethan Tremblay said:

Nope.

That seems ridiculous, as the player's had a chance to go elsewhere, clubs have had a chance to pick him up, but no, they wait till they can get him for free. Couldn't possibly be called restraint of trade, or whatever the whole point of it was.

[FireInTheBennelly 4,072]

Should add, love Nev, he's turned into a real gem, and our most reliable small defender. He's developing his attack as well this season, and I reckon next year he'll be big name in the AFL. Hope he gets a decent pay rise, and definitely want that to be with us.

[Lucifers Hero 39,414]

Freo is on the prowl to rebuild their team and will chase anyone from WA.  I don't know where Nev's wife's family are but if they are in WA then Freo can entice him back with more than just money.  He seems ideal to anchor their small defender troupe for a quite a few years.

To a lesser extent Kent may also be in their sights and also OOC this year.

Will rest easier when Nev signs.

Edited June 10, 2016 by Lucifer's Hero

[P-man 13,366]

41 minutes ago, hardtack said:

Rohan Connolly couldn't find a place for big Max in his mid-season AA team (had Goldstein as first ruck and Nic Nat second)... so it's no surprise that the media don't notice Nev.

He did at least acknowledge Max as a contender, but I struggle with his justification for NicNat: 

"Which leaves the ruck, Melbourne's Max Gawn is another who is very stiff to miss. His numbers stack up very well, Goldstein perhaps just a tiny bit more effective with his disposal and near goal.

 

But mobility in a team picked as if to play is essential, which means missing the No.1 berth, Gawn also misses out as No.2, where Nic Naitanui offers more flexibility and has certainly turned in a good enough season to earn his spot in my 22."

The supposedly more flexible NicNat has kicked a total of 5 goals to Gawn's 9, and whilst averaging the same amount of disposals, averages less marks and less goal assists. Gawn is also 10% more effective in his ball use. Both are mobile big men which is what helps push them into the elite category. On pure tap work Gawn has a healthy lead over NicNat.

Connolly would've been better off just admitting he's picked NicNat based on reputation and credits in the bank.

Edited June 10, 2016 by P-man

[Deeoldfart 8,005]

2 hours ago, Thrice said:

I remember the story of when our recruiting team went over to WA (Busselton?) to interview him. We found his Aunt who thought we actually there to talk to his cousin Lewis, as he was the one the family thought was the better player. Certainly early in their careers that was the case, and arguably even over their respective journeys, but at the present moment there is no question that we have the better player.

I remember the story too Thrice.  Nev has become solid gold, Lewis was never better than silver plated, and is currently quite tarnished.

[Willmoy1947 4,077]

Everything said about this bloke here is spot on. Hard contest ball getter. Demeanour to match. Deserves all possible consideration and compensation.

Came through the hard times and the body language of other sides players constantly say where they hold Jetta in respect of.

[Bluey's Dad 3,419]

1 hour ago, FireInTheBelly said:

That seems ridiculous, as the player's had a chance to go elsewhere, clubs have had a chance to pick him up, but no, they wait till they can get him for free. Couldn't possibly be called restraint of trade, or whatever the whole point of it was.

Hahahahahaha

Logical, valid points have no place in the AFL's world of free agency.

[Bobby McKenzie 2,383]

2 hours ago, hardtack said:

Rohan Connolly couldn't find a place for big Max in his mid-season AA team (had Goldstein as first ruck and Nic Nat second)... so it's no surprise that the media don't notice Nev.

Mr Connolly also didn't get his facts right on NN. He had Nick as averaging 31 possessions per game this season. Ha ha, it is actually 13.1 Bit of a difference. By strange coincidence, big Maxy also has 13.1 average possessions this season.

[Jesse Christ 2,884]

What's the most a small defender is worth? He's in the premium bracket that's for sure. 4-500k?