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PREGAME: Rd 22 vs Port Adelaide

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12 hours ago, John Demonic said:

Schache to backie? Wacky

Cheech And Chong Weed GIF

Was that the Zeppelin scene?

 
12 hours ago, layzie said:

I'm actually getting tired of bashing JVR around in the ruck. I know the cupboard is bare but it's actually getting annoying now. 

I totally agree. Max said in a recent video he rates him as a ruck, but you can find adequate rucks elsewhere. Above average tall forwards are much rarer. 

One thing that frustrates me apart from the fact it must take a toll on is body is us getting the ball at half back and me thinking "OK, where's JVR?" And the answer is behind or near the player with the ball because he's playing in the ruck. 

 

 

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    12 hours ago, layzie said:

    I'm actually getting tired of bashing JVR around in the ruck. I know the cupboard is bare but it's actually getting annoying now. 

    I totally agree. Max said in a recent video he rates him as a ruck, but you can find adequate rucks elsewhere. Above average tall forwards are much rarer. 

    One thing that frustrates me apart from the fact it must take a toll on his body is us getting the ball at half back and me thinking "OK, where's JVR?" And the answer is behind or near the player with the ball because he's playing in the ruck. When you kick the ball into the forward half of the ground as poorly as we do, it's so important to have someone who can compete in the air. 

     

     

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    You’d probably look at Tomlinson back for this one as a like for like for May. He seems to play well on his return game from the VFL, but struggles the game after and then finds himself back to square one.

    I also think T Mac might be dropped for this one. Somehow scored a player rating score below 0 and has really struggled in our last 3 losses.

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    14 hours ago, John Demonic said:

     

    Cheech And Chong Weed GIF

    Time to go Goody! Nominated-replacements for Goody and Greg Stafford on the way to their job interview with Kate Roffey.

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    Will we see BBB in on of our last 2 home games? 

    I know it's not exactly a an eye on the future type selection but would be nice to get him a goodbye game. 

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    9 minutes ago, roy11 said:

    Will we see BBB in on of our last 2 home games? 

    I know it's not exactly a an eye on the future type selection but would be nice to get him a goodbye game. 

    Nup, get games into JEFFO!!!

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    35 minutes ago, picket fence said:

    Nup, get games into JEFFO!!!

    As i was typing my post I had a feeling you would reply aha.

    You need to add Jeffo to your Favourite Players list on your profile.

     
    3 hours ago, The Taciturn Demon said:

    I totally agree. Max said in a recent video he rates him as a ruck, but you can find adequate rucks elsewhere. Above average tall forwards are much rarer. 

    One thing that frustrates me apart from the fact it must take a toll on his body is us getting the ball at half back and me thinking "OK, where's JVR?" And the answer is behind or near the player with the ball because he's playing in the ruck. When you kick the ball into the forward half of the ground as poorly as we do, it's so important to have someone who can compete in the air. 

     

     

    It's robbing Peter to pay Paul and I know Jacob is a physical player who can handle some punishment but he's valuable merchandise for the future. You don't take your Bentley off-road driving. 

    Imagine if we shut down Max for a few weeks and JVR ends up doing some kind of injury in the ruck which could eat into his pre season. I know we're stuck, I know we have few other options but it would be nice to be non-reckless for a change. 

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    20 minutes ago, layzie said:

    It's robbing Peter to pay Paul and I know Jacob is a physical player who can handle some punishment but he's valuable merchandise for the future. You don't take your Bentley off-road driving. 

    Imagine if we shut down Max for a few weeks and JVR ends up doing some kind of injury in the ruck which could eat into his pre season. I know we're stuck, I know we have few other options but it would be nice to be non-reckless for a change. 

    Not to mention (assuming we're going to continue to bomb it into the forward line) we'd be eliminating one of the guys that actually has a chance of marking the ball. 

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    14 hours ago, DistrACTION Jackson said:

    I’m just turning up to watch Dan Houston…

    Personally, if I could, I would create a banner for him - I think you should create a banner for him or maybe get @WalkingCivilWar in on the action.

    Maybe something like

    "Dan Houston, your long kicking is a form of art

    Feel the vibes of a members wing

    And don't forget

    Hells Bells, is better than

    Never Tear Us Apart"

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    Well Goodwin seems to think we still have a chance at finals and says he'll put off other condsiderations till there is 0 chance.  I wonder if he means it.  Selections tomorrow will probably tell

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    2 hours ago, roy11 said:

    Will we see BBB in on of our last 2 home games? 

    I know it's not exactly a an eye on the future type selection but would be nice to get him a goodbye game. 

    If they're not playing Jefferson this week, then give BBB a game.

    He played his one of his best games for the MFC in the 'business trip' and Bulldogs supporter were actually relieved that he wasn't playing last week, such is the trouble BB has caused them since 2021. 

    Port have an undersized defence now that Ratugulea has moved forward, so maybe his height could cause them an issue.

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    2 hours ago, picket fence said:

    Nup, get games into JEFFO!!!

    Pickett you and Goody are now on the same page. Straight from the horse’s mouth at today’s presser. He’s getting closer and closer all the time. We’re rapt with JEFFO… Whether that’s a game this week or in the coming weeks, we’ll wait and see.” 


    From the presser today it appears Tomlinson will come in for May. Petty will stay up forward. No players will be rested or others gifted games while there is a mathematical chance we can still make the 8.

    I cannot see many changes this week. On a different note and not an excuse, last week we had 5 players who have never played a game at marvel stadium. Small wonder they looked lost.

    On 06/08/2024 at 17:58, DubDee said:

    Put Max on ice 

    Or at the very least his ankle.

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    5 hours ago, Engorged Onion said:

    Personally, if I could, I would create a banner for him - I think you should create a banner for him or maybe get @WalkingCivilWar in on the action.

    Maybe something like

    "Dan Houston, your long kicking is a form of art

    Feel the vibes of a members wing

    And don't forget

    Hells Bells, is better than

    Never Tear Us Apart"

    How about:

    Dan stick with the plan and be a Dee.

    If you don't, Houston, we have a problem.

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    5 hours ago, Engorged Onion said:

    Personally, if I could, I would create a banner for him - I think you should create a banner for him or maybe get @WalkingCivilWar in on the action.

    Maybe something like

    "Dan Houston, your long kicking is a form of art

    Feel the vibes of a members wing

    And don't forget

    Hells Bells, is better than

    Never Tear Us Apart"

    Can we get someone to make up a dees guernsey with Houston's name and number on the back and dangle it over their players as they run out? It [censored] me to tears when that Freo flòg did that to us re. Jackson in '22.

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    sadly leaning towards no jeffo debut this week since theres been no announcement, but still holding out hope


    9 minutes ago, croydick said:

    sadly leaning towards no jeffo debut this week since theres been no announcement, but still holding out hope

    Coz as reported tonight Goodwin STILL SEES PETTY AS A FORWARD! FFSAKE 6 goals, yeah he's a forward allright yeah right! GOBSMACKED AT THE PIGHEADEDNESS!!

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    30 minutes ago, picket fence said:

    Coz as reported tonight Goodwin STILL SEES PETTY AS A FORWARD! FFSAKE 6 goals, yeah he's a forward allright yeah right! GOBSMACKED AT THE PIGHEADEDNESS!!

    I guess the big question on everyone’s mind is can Petty crack the 10 goal milestone as a permanent key forward by season end?

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    On 04/08/2024 at 08:21, praha said:

    I'd be very surprised if McAdam plays another game for the club this year, perhaps ever.

    I tend to agree.  Did he get a 2 or 3 year contract?  Unfortunately either way only one has been served. 

    8 hours ago, layzie said:

    It's robbing Peter to pay Paul and I know Jacob is a physical player who can handle some punishment but he's valuable merchandise for the future. You don't take your Bentley off-road driving. 

    Imagine if we shut down Max for a few weeks and JVR ends up doing some kind of injury in the ruck which could eat into his pre season. I know we're stuck, I know we have few other options but it would be nice to be non-reckless for a change. 

    One of the posts of the year.  👏👏👏  

    JVR is our only effective tall forward and we burn him out in the ruck - makes little sense. Yes, he is our second best ruck, but having him forward in the short, medium and long term is surely a higher priority. 

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    4 minutes ago, monoccular said:

    I tend to agree.  Did he get a 2 or 3 year contract?  Unfortunately either way only one has been served. 

    One of the posts of the year.  👏👏👏  

    JVR is our only effective tall forward and we burn him out in the ruck - makes little sense. Yes, he is our second best ruck, but having him forward in the short, medium and long term is surely a higher priority. 

    Another reason why Goodwin MUST GO!

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    12 hours ago, picket fence said:

    Another reason why Goodwin MUST GO!

    I don't think he had any real preseason and got injured early in season so was behind eight ball and looked unfit.

    lets see what full preseason does for him,  Clarry, Spargo, Salem......


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