Petracca's vision is outstanding. 

Spencer has no hope of being there in round 1. No skills

This umpire is absolutely useless. Should not be anywhere near an AFL game. Shocking umpiring.

Carlton with the last three goals...

What's the Brayshaw injury?

Viney kicks a much needed goal.

Just now, Return to Glory said:

What's the Brayshaw injury?

No again!

Yeah what's with Bradshaw? I'm not watching and I just read he's injured and it's stressing me out!

1 hour ago, bandicoot said:

Ever heard of the AFL app? 

smart ass

 

It's blocked by my employers wifi

Don't mind the 2 rucks but Spencer up forward is a concern ... not sure we can throw him down back and we don't want to waste a bench spot which would otherwise be used for rotating the mids.  Jake competes well and he goes hard so that's not the issue.

It's always ok to experiment in these sorts of games though so it's not a wasted exercise.  I'd expect Watts to come in sooner rather than later.

 

Joel Smith looks the goods, good in the air and great tackler

42 minutes ago, big_red_fire_engine said:

I have waited for the day that Melbourne players would get the ball, know exactly what they are meant to do next and be able to execute quickly and cleanly. We just look very even with everyone knowing what to do. Our ball movement out of deep 50 needs work (please move Vince up the ground) but otherwise looking good.

I prefer to keep waiting big red. First match is still a few weeks away and at a ground that we have a woeful record on vs a team that has an amazing record there. Hopefully all that changes after Rnd 1

Just now, DeeZee said:

Joel Smith looks the goods, good in the air and great tackler

His tackles are a highlight. Laid some absolute rippers. 

We have the wind in this last quarter.

EDIT: Speaking of which, Petracca slams home his third with the wind behind it!.

Edited February 25, 20178 yr by Demon Jack

6 minutes ago, Macca said:

Don't mind the 2 rucks but Spencer up forward is a concern ... not sure we can throw him down back and we don't want to waste a bench spot which would otherwise be used for rotating the mids.  Jake competes well and he goes hard so that's not the issue.

It's always ok to experiment in these sorts of games though so it's not a wasted exercise.  I'd expect Watts to come in sooner rather than later.

 

I agree Macca. I doubt he will get many opportunities unless Maxy gets injured (touch wood that doesn't happen). Probably just managing big Maxy's workload coming into the real deal more than an experiment. Big Spencil is handy in these sort of matches and VFL level but fairly immobile to play anywhere but through the middle, which is a luxury most teams cant afford to risk in today's game.

Edited February 25, 20178 yr by Rusty Nails

no live coverage  here.... did we rest players or did we have the usual fade  out

Trac has so gone up a notch or 2.

3 minutes ago, Diamond_Jim said:

no live coverage  here.... did we rest players or did we have the usual fade  out

We faded a touch, but mostly due to some dodgy umpiring decisions. 

Edited February 25, 20178 yr by Demon Jack

88-49

Petracca pretty pretty pretty good.

Any news on Brayshaw?

Or is it just being cautious?

Edited February 25, 20178 yr by Demon Disciple

1 minute ago, Diamond_Jim said:

no live coverage  here.... did we rest players or did we have the usual fade  out

The heat has gone out of the game DJ ... we've been very good and the only worry is Brayshaw - I'm hoping it's only a precaution as to why he's off.

1 hour ago, Return to Glory said:

Early days my friend. Also adapting to a new role.

He's been adapting for 12 months 

TMac should not be allowed to kick the ball. 

Petracca outstanding

Salem.... He is going to be a big player for us. Skills, pace and Endevour