Hunt was playing AA calibre footy in 2018 off the back flank. The reason he has declined is the same reason why Harmes has declined in form. They're being played out of position. Nothing more, nothing less.

 

9 minutes ago, Dr.D said:

Hunt was playing AA calibre footy in 2018 off the back flank. The reason he has declined is the same reason why Harmes has declined in form. They're being played out of position. Nothing more, nothing less.

 

he played six games in 2018 so...no

he had a reasonable year on the back flank in 2017 but saying he was at aa calibre at any stage in his footballing career thus far is utterly laughable

Edited January 27, 20214 yr by whatwhatsaywhat

Doesn’t apply enough pressure or win enough of the ball to be a forward, we’ve got options there now.

I thought they’d get him super fit and give him an extended run on the wing but half back is a similar option. 
 

Our depth is certainly lacking after Salem and Rivers it drops away. 
 

Teams have dropped defenses back and played safer with the ball. That nullifies Hunt’s run and carry. But one team in Richmond haven’t and they are the team winning flags. If we park Ben Brown inside 50 then we’ll always have a target for the break the lines and run play. And if Choc Williams can get Hunt’s kicking to a sound and reliable level that is a vital step too. 

6 hours ago, Neil Crompton said:

Welcome DR - you and Werridee will get on like a house on fire.

He must be a smart man.

6 hours ago, Dr.D said:

Hunt was playing AA calibre footy in 2018 off the back flank. The reason he has declined is the same reason why Harmes has declined in form. They're being played out of position. Nothing more, nothing less.

 

Wrong it was 2016 he was playing quality half back footy. 

8 hours ago, Doug Reemer said:

Spargo a lock? Yeah no thanks.

DR he improved last year did more and ga a hand in winning Pies and GWS games 

He has muscled up and reports are that he is playing by far his footy In his 4 th pre season so I believe that and hope he is as he has some excellent traits especially with ball in hand and scores resulting 

Uiu May wan ti revise your instant no and give him a chance as all the youngsters are improving and he is one of them.

2 hours ago, Doug Reemer said:

Wrong it was 2016 he was playing quality half back footy. 

Wrong, it was 2017

2 hours ago, Doug Reemer said:

He must be a smart 

Just because ive proven people wrong time and time again doesnt make me a bad guy. 

 

1 hour ago, Dr.D said:

Just because ive proven people wrong time and time again doesnt make me a bad guy. 

 

you’ve proven about as many people wrong as flags Freo have won

Jayden has changed his body shape considerably all ready over preseason, looking very strong in upper body

 

Can see his pace and dash being used with the new man on the mark rule, he is going to get some clear runs from behind, or will worry the opposition into too much movement and give away 50

Interesting. Our game plan since Goody has come on board has been to move the ball quickly by hand or foot. We traditionally haven't been big on the run and carry which is why I think Hunt was moved from the backline when it was clearly his best position.

I really have doubts if Hunt will be anything more than depth from now on. Same with Melksham.

Hunt played his best football at hb and during that time looked like one of our most promising youngsters, as soon as he had a form slump he was moved to different positions and has not been allowed to settle back at hb for a lengthy amount of games, let play hb for the hole year without moving him, jetta and Hibbo aren't getting any younger so there is a regular spot there for him to take and should take.

He needs to back himself in more and lift his intensity, would like to see him handball more or kick into space or to advantage, instead of just bombing it on blokes heads

 

 

Unfortunately after seeming like the next big thing in 2017, Hunt just doesn’t have the consistency to be a regular good quality AFL player. Has all the skills, but can’t bring the concentration and intensity across a season. 

so given this his best position is fwd

13 hours ago, Pickett2Jackson said:

Wrong, it was 2017

Na. his 2017 year was ok. But no where near as good as his 2016.

I think he has had a good two years. Kicked 20 goals (and some big ones ie v Carlton 2019 to seal it) and he was potent when up forward last year in 2020.

On 1/27/2021 at 9:20 PM, 58er said:

Don't be surprised If Rodman goes past all but Langers for the other wing.

Has a tank skills and today stinga likened him tip The Bont!!!

My post above was before the draft. I agree on Rosmon to the wing but he is a raw footballer who has also missed a year of footy. I'm not expecting too much from him in 2021. I have not said that Fritsch should play exclusively on the wing, but switch between forward and wing (as per the match sim last week). I can rule out Salem on the wing other than brief stints and don't consider Hunt and Baker genuine options (but good luck to them). We might see TMac there a little. I'm not convinced, but he might work for stints too. Nieta is the other possibility in my mind if his knee holds up - I see him as a KK style player, but really, no one's seen him yet.

So, we'll have to disagree on that one.

21 hours ago, Roger Mellie said:

My post above was before the draft. I agree on Rosmon to the wing but he is a raw footballer who has also missed a year of footy. I'm not expecting too much from him in 2021. I have not said that Fritsch should play exclusively on the wing, but switch between forward and wing (as per the match sim last week). I can rule out Salem on the wing other than brief stints and don't consider Hunt and Baker genuine options (but good luck to them). We might see TMac there a little. I'm not convinced, but he might work for stints too. Nieta is the other possibility in my mind if his knee holds up - I see him as a KK style player, but really, no one's seen him yet.

So, we'll have to disagree on that one.

That's fine you are entitled to your opinion RM.

Yes  disagree on Fritsch on a wing is one but you were very bullish about switching him there in one post Then it was I believe a TMac swap as well I think.

Now  you like me don't  want Tommy on the wing fir any substantial time.!

but you also dont want Baker ( or dont think  he is up to it)

That's  why I believe Rosman Is the guy pushing all the way to Round1.

On 1/30/2021 at 7:04 AM, 58er said:

That's fine you are entitled to your opinion RM.

Yes  disagree on Fritsch on a wing is one but you were very bullish about switching him there in one post Then it was I believe a TMac swap as well I think.

Now  you like me don't  want Tommy on the wing fir any substantial time.!

but you also dont want Baker ( or dont think  he is up to it)

That's  why I believe Rosman Is the guy pushing all the way to Round1.

I think Baker will have a break out year this year similar to Hunt did in 2016.

Hunt will flourish this year. Being moved back to the half back line where he can play with more freedom and utlise his strongest asset.

Will be one of the top 3 improvers.

On 2/1/2021 at 12:55 PM, jnrmac said:

Hunt will flourish this year. Being moved back to the half back line where he can play with more freedom and utlise his strongest asset.

Will be one of the top 3 improvers.

I know its only round 4 but Hunt so far is looking terrific.....

5 minutes ago, jnrmac said:

I know its only round 4 but Hunt so far is looking terrific.....

? He is so good to watch

7 minutes ago, jnrmac said:

I know its only round 4 but Hunt so far is looking terrific.....

I still see him as a forward, but he is looking good so far this year - a coupe of very good contributions within that short timeframe. I must admit that his linkage with Langdon and other runners is terrific.

I said it in the post game thread, but I thought there was 0% chance we would see him back to his 2017 form again. The dash is back and his disposal has been tidier this year, he is a real weapon if this form keeps up.

Edited April 13, 20214 yr by Forest Demon

6 minutes ago, Deemania since 56 said:

I still see him as a forward, but he is looking good so far this year - a coupe of very good contributions within that short timeframe. I must admit that his linkage with Langdon and other runners is terrific.

He is a defender that had run and dare but couldn't kick, that was his issue ran off HBF great but turned it over and was then out of position.  Seems to be kicking with in his limitations now hitting targets and picking better options.  Also helps that our back line balance hasn't been this good for a very long time.  May/Lever/Jetta/Tomlinson/Rivers/Hunt/Salem they are a strong unit with confidence.  Salem and Hunt have the confidence to create off half back knowing that the other defenders will work to cover their man.

Man he is quick, like lightening. He has a guy in front of him and still takes him on.

Fantastic that he has lowered his eyes and now finds targets. I very much doubted he could do it but he is proving me wrong. His pace along with Landgon, Kozzi etc make a huge different to our team and impacts how opposition teams set up

Well done @jnrmac

He plays his role as Langdon-lite and his decision making has improved. Kicking doesn’t improve for blokes that have been around footy for so long, only decision making improves.

I think there is a role for any useful player in a good side if they stick to their strengths and play their role.