Tom Cutler

[rjay 24,887]

Has to be a better bet than Tomlinson on a wing....

[Lord Travis 10,697]

Definitely keen to get him to the Dees. His kicking and drive are what we are lacking, so he’s be upgraded depth at worst. Haven’t heard his name mentioned at all around the traps, but I’m hoping we’ve enquired and can get him across cheaply with little fuss.

[AaronDaveyChipsAndGravey 390]

Looks like a poor man's Tomlinson to me with more injury concerns. No thank you

[Moonshadow 17,675]

I thought he re-signed recently???

[spirit of norm smith 16,292]

Speed. Penetrating long kick. Exactly what we need. 

[Demon Dynasty 17,109]

About to request a trade back to Vic apparently

[Demon3 2,541]

8 minutes ago, Rusty Nails said:

About to request a trade back to Vic apparently

Really hop e he is on our radar, upgarde on a player like stretch, and thats what we need to do, upgrade our bottom 6.

[dazzledavey36 54,285]

8 minutes ago, Demon3 said:

Really hop e he is on our radar, upgarde on a player like stretch, and thats what we need to do, upgrade our bottom 6.

Yep I agree, could see him playing across a wing half back as he provides run and carry 

[Lord Travis 10,697]

Get him. Late pick. At worst he’s upgraded depth. Good penetrating kick off half back to replace Hibberd in the near future. 

[Adam The God 30,129]

Would hopefully allow Salem to push into the midfield and use Cutler's run off half back.

[Watts the matter 1,235]

Just now, A F said:

Would hopefully allow Salem to push into the midfield and use Cutler's run off half back.

I don't think Salem is back because there isn't other options, it's more that he didn't cut it in the midfield.

But agree Cutler would be a good get.

[Demon Disciple 12,068]

4 minutes ago, Watts the matter said:

I don't think Salem is back because there isn't other options, it's more that he didn't cut it in the midfield.

Agree WTM.It's probably a bit too hot for him in there, but he excels when given a bit of time allowing him to capitalise on his disposal.

[Adam The God 30,129]

Christian needs to make it in the midfield or get more of it off half back.

[Demon Dynasty 17,109]

1 hour ago, Demon3 said:

Really hop e he is on our radar, upgarde on a player like stretch, and thats what we need to do, upgrade our bottom 6.

 

56 minutes ago, dazzledavey36 said:

Yep I agree, could see him playing across a wing half back as he provides run and carry 

 

31 minutes ago, Lord Travis said:

Get him. Late pick. At worst he’s upgraded depth. Good penetrating kick off half back to replace Hibberd in the near future. 

Believe he had a few injury issues that saw his 2019 effected.  If he gets over those i believe he is a meaningful upgrade on a Stretch.  Bit more of a running outside winger but also bigger bodied with a significant height advantage.  Averages about double the number of goals and just under double the meters gained vs Stretch.  Marks a tad more.  Stretch tackles a bit more and a few less turnovers but might be kicking it safe more often.

Significant improvement on the likes of JKH.  ANB plays a diff type role but might even push him out a little depending on roles / match ups.

Not very good on the trade front but gut feel says for a mid late third round Cutler improves our depth as mentioned and is a bit of a steal.  Be going for him big time on that proviso subject to the usual medico testing.

Not much here ...from 38 second mark if interested.

Cutler v Stretch (Career averages)...

https://m.afl.com.au/stats/stats-pro#/Compare?playerIds=CD_I297406,CD_I297139&comparisonTab=h2h

Edited October 8, 2019 by Rusty Nails

[Demon Disciple 12,068]

7 minutes ago, A F said:

Christian needs to make it in the midfield or get more of it off half back.

Yep to me he still lacks that hunger.

[DubDee 25,671]

Never really heard of him.  192 cms utility.  could be good back up for Tomlinson on the wing and cover down back with frosty going.

24yo and 66 games so should be hitting his prime.  might be worth a punt

[Adam The God 30,129]

49 minutes ago, Demon Disciple said:

Yep to me he still lacks that hunger.

He's tough enough, got great skills, I just wonder whether he's a natural ball finder though. A bit like the debate with Trengove. I'm not convinced he can't find enough of it, but I like him as a player.

[Demon Disciple 12,068]

13 minutes ago, A F said:

He's tough enough, got great skills, I just wonder whether he's a natural ball finder though. A bit like the debate with Trengove. I'm not convinced he can't find enough of it, but I like him as a player.

Absolutely he's tough, but to me he needs to become more selfish as a player.

[AaronDaveyChipsAndGravey 390]

27 minutes ago, DubDee said:

Never really heard of him.  192 cms utility.  could be good back up for Tomlinson on the wing and cover down back with frosty going.

24yo and 66 games so should be hitting his prime.  might be worth a punt

Averaged around a goal every 2 games and roughly 20 touches in 2018. Definitely a sound depth upgrade for a wing role or a high half-forward. What was his injury that kept him out this year?

[monoccular 17,413]

On 8/23/2019 at 10:19 AM, Demon3 said:

yeah i also think he was unlucky with the Lions hitting peak form this year and him having an injury. He is no star but he is solid and fits a need we have.

What is his injury issue?  Someone suggested a foot - that would definitely put me off in a big way.

On 8/25/2019 at 12:10 AM, spirit of norm smith said:

Draft pick 73 gets it done. Only because Lions will want to free up some lust space. 

Cutler fits our needs. Fast. Gialkicker. Good size.  Wing or half back.  Good ball user.  Only squeezed out by Lions new midfield.  

Are you a Kiwi, or is there more to this up in Brisvegas?

[Demon Dynasty 17,109]

16 minutes ago, AaronDaveyChipsAndGravey said:

Averaged around a goal every 2 games and roughly 20 touches in 2018. Definitely a sound depth upgrade for a wing role or a high half-forward. What was his injury that kept him out this year?

Had an ankle for about four weeks mid season.  I think it's a recurring one but only guessing.  Might be a bit of a risk on that front but then Stretch hasn't exactly been durable either.

[Demon Dynasty 17,109]

Cutler deal done with the Dons