Ben Lennon

[stevethemanjordan 6,952]

Fringe Tiger forward keen for trade

I remember talk of him going early during the Salem draft as a player who was on our radar.

I've always thought he looked a really gifted and natural footballer who definitely possesses attributes that our list is seeking but for whatever reason he hasn't been able to put it all together.

Far too early to tell whether or not he'll make it and I imagine the Tiges will want an early second round pick for him at the very least.

Good speed and agility and is a great kick and mark. Could be the kind of player who'd release Kent and allow him to play on the wing more. 

Anyway, not sure how realistic it is but I definitely rate him.

[armstrong35 262]

I haven't watch to many tigers games as I don't really find them interesting but he is a player that would come in for depth. I have seen him play and he isn't to bad but then again haven't had the chance to watch him that much. Wouldn't care if we didn't get him and if we did I wouldn't want to give up much. 

Edited August 31, 2016 by armstrong35

[P-man 13,366]

What talented youngsters are left at Tiggerland? Legit question.

Rioli, Vlastuin maybe.....and?

Prestia is off his nut going there. The place is a complete shambles.

[stuie 7,374]

Not worth any more than a 3rd rounder at most.

Has (had) talent, but has not put it together yet and doesn't seem like he will.

Maybe for depth, but think we have enough players of his type currently.

 

[McQueen 17,864]

Fair chance he'll end up at Gold Coast as part of the Prestia trade.

They'll be looking for his type.

[Ted Lasso 19,334]

I reckon he's got some talent but not sure where the Tigers asking price would sit, he's certainly behind in his development based on where i think he should be

[ErmieJones 63]

I think Lennon still needs game time before we can truly value his worth, has shown us that he has talent however there has to be a reason other then injury that has prevented him from more game time in the last two seasons. I'd rather see us persist with Garlett, Kennedy, Kent, Harmes, JKH, Vanders and Petrecca. If we were to get a high Half Forward or a Small Forward I'd rather see us go for someone with a lot more pace.

Edited August 31, 2016 by ErmieJones

[CP5 166]

I was at his first game against Melbourne when he kicked a couple of goals and looked a likely player.

I wonder what's gone wrong.  

There appeared to be an issue 12 months ago before he accepted another contract.

[hells bells 2,023]

2 hours ago, stevethemanjordan said:

I remember talk of him early during the Salem draft as a player who was on our radar.

I've always thought he looked a really gifted and natural footballer who definitely possesses attributes that our list is seeking but for whatever reason he hasn't been able to put it all together.

Far too early to tell whether or not he'll make it and I imagine the Tiges will want an early second round pick for him at the very least.

Good speed and agility and is a great kick and mark. Could be the kind of player who'd release Kent and allow him to play on the wing more. 

Anyway, not sure how realistic it is but I definitely rate him.

I have similar thoughts on him.  My concerns would be related to work rate and attitude as they are the only things I can see that would be keeping him out of the Tigers side.

[Dee-licious 1,949]

Just looks like he'll be part of the Pretia trade. You think they would get away with first rounder this year, Lennon and Conca. Players that have some skill but for some reason havent made it. I'd like to have Lennon, but assume it would cost us a second rounder and I wonder if he is worth it. 

[rjay 24,889]

A talented kid but at this stage looks headed down a similar path to Blease, Struass, Gysberts.......maybe too far gone.

[mo64 5,853]

To play as a permanent half forward is a tough gig for a young player. Lennon has some talent, and I suspect that his new club will groom him as a midfielder/half forward.

Agree with McQueen. He could be part of the Prestia trade.

[rjay 24,889]

19 minutes ago, mo64 said:

To play as a permanent half forward is a tough gig for a young player. Lennon has some talent, and I suspect that his new club will groom him as a midfielder/half forward.

Agree with McQueen. He could be part of the Prestia trade.

GC want players, not an unproven 2's player.

If I was them I would look at pick 6 and Ellis perhaps. They would then be looking to offload 6 for another good mid.

I'm not a big fan of what Ellis has put out the last few years but he needs a change of coach.

[MadAsHell 4,212]

I wouldn't mind Lennon for a good deal, but feel he hasn't put enough runs on the board to warrant what Richmond will ask for a contracted player.

Would rather us chase Tom Lamb for a fraction of the price who can also play back as well as high half forward and mid.

And for those suggesting he could be part of the Prestia trade. He may, but he'd have to agree to it. And he strikes me as the can of kid who would want to stay in Victoria.

[old55 23,414]

Just now, AngryAtCasey said:

I wouldn't mind Lennon for a good deal, but feel he hasn't put enough runs on the board to warrant what Richmond will ask for a contracted player.

Would rather us chase Tom Lamb for a fraction of the price who can also play back as well as high half forward and mid.

And for those suggesting he could be part of the Prestia trade. He may, but he'd have to agree to it. And he strikes me as the can of kid who would want to stay in Victoria.

BF says Carlton bound

[hells bells 2,023]

Straight swap for Grimes?

[ErmieJones 63]

1 minute ago, hells bells said:

Straight swap for Grimes?

I'd prefer Grimes.

[MadAsHell 4,212]

4 minutes ago, hells bells said:

Straight swap for Grimes?

 

3 minutes ago, ErmieJones said:

I'd prefer Grimes.

And Grimes is a FA, so trading him isn't an option anyway.

[Roger Mellie 3,991]

IIRC he has a very good kick but is slow.

[KingDingAling 3,752]

I would give up our second round pick for Ben Lennon. He is an exceptional talent. I have no idea why he hasn't been given much of a go at the Tigers? Perhaps he has not helped himself, or maybe he hasn't worked hard enough. But the talent is there. He is a going to be a really good player this kid.

[Ted Lasso 19,334]

Wonder if the Tigers would be tempted by Dawes and a swap of later picks?

[Mach5 4,767]

23 minutes ago, Fifty-5 said:

BF says Carlton bound

I believe that was the word prior to him re-signing with Richmond, wouldn't surprise for him to still be agitating for that move.

[Mach5 4,767]

6 minutes ago, KingDingAling said:

I would give up our second round pick for Ben Lennon. He is an exceptional talent. I have no idea why he hasn't been given much of a go at the Tigers? Perhaps he has not helped himself, or maybe he hasn't worked hard enough. But the talent is there. He is a going to be a really good player this kid.

I was high on him in his draft year, but surely by now we of all clubs have learnt that talent alone is not enough?

[BLWNBA 928]

Whilst he's ranked elite for marks and above average for marks inside the F50, he's ranked as below average for shots on goal and goals per game in both the VFL and AFL. No thanks, we've already got enough problems with Hogan and Petracca.

[KingDingAling 3,752]

Just now, Mach5 said:

I was high on him in his draft year, but surely by now we of all clubs have learnt that talent alone is not enough?

He does have talent, but he also possesses some fine skills and is an above average athlete. I don't see many flaws in Lennon. I think he is a good pick up. Not sure what his gripe is with Richmond, but Hardwick doesn't appear to be getting the best out of his players. I would back our club to get the best out of Ben Lennon, and I think his best will be very good.