Jump to content

Welcome to Demonland: Pick 9

adonski
in Melbourne Demons

Featured Replies

Bo Allen looks like a  weapon .

very fast, huge leap , tough and big left boot.

Every kid will be judged individually , I’d trust JT if he wanted to draft a west Australian 

  • Quote
    • Like 2
     
    44 minutes ago, dazzledavey36 said:

    My guess is it'll be out of Lindsay and Bo Allan for this pick.

    I wouldn't be surprised at all if we selected Bo Allan for our number 9 pick over Lindsay. After watching Allan on the Preliminary Final and Grand Final in the WAFL. Allan would be very much in the mix ready to play Round AFL Round 1 2025. 

    I did mention that I had a discussion with Tim Lamb when we played against GWS on that very cold Saturday night. During half time break, I was standing next to him watching swimming Finals (Olympics) and we were talking about draft prospects and the Championship Carnival. 

    Tim did mention to me he was very impressed with Bo Allan and spoke very highly of him having excellent leadership qualities as well. I do like Lindsay's elite kicking skills and efficiency. I believe it is very much a 50/50 between Allan and Lindsay. I believe we will be selecting 2 midfielders ready to play in the very early rounds in 2025. 

  • Quote
    • Like 8
    • Thanks 7
     
    1 minute ago, Storm Boy said:

    I wouldn't be surprised at all if we selected Bo Allan for our number 9 pick over Lindsay. After watching Allan on the Preliminary Final and Grand Final in the WAFL. Allan would be very much in the mix ready to play Round AFL Round 1 2025. 

    I did mention that I had a discussion with Tim Lamb when we played against GWS on that very cold Saturday night. During half time break, I was standing next to him watching swimming Finals (Olympics) and we were talking about draft prospects and the Championship Carnival. 

    Tim did mention to me he was very impressed with Bo Allan and spoke very highly of him having excellent leadership qualities as well. I do like Lindsay's elite kicking skills and efficiency. I believe it is very much a 50/50 between Allan and Lindsay. I believe we will be selecting 2 midfielders ready to play in the very early rounds in 2025. 

    Great insight, thanks SB!

  • Quote
    • Like 1

    • Author
    8 minutes ago, dazzledavey36 said:

     

    A mixture of Chris Judd and Campbell Chesser

  • Quote
    • Like 1
    • Haha 6

    I'm hoping Berry will be in the mix for 9. Started out as a small forward but got midfield time throughout the year. 

    Has speed, kicks well off both feet but left foot dominant, one touch player, tough in the contest and has good forward IQ hitting the scoreboard regularly. This kid is class.

     

     

  • Quote
    • Like 6

    @Nascent Joe Berry.  Yes if only we had another pick inside the best 15. I’d still have (in order of preference) Tauru, Travaglia, Lindsay & Allan as ahead of Berry at pick 9.  Having said that, it’s not a knock on Berry, as he is still very talented.  This draft has future stars imv all the way through the first round.  

  • Quote
    • Like 2
     
    2 hours ago, adonski said:

    A mixture of Chris Judd and Campbell Chesser

    Exactly, but not the Chesser bit. Like him a lot

    Very happy if we call his name out

    Ready to go

    Edited by Moonshadow

  • Quote
    • Like 2

    I think Norf will split 2 into 6 and 10/11/14 with Richmond. I see them, as a result, taking Tauru 6. Probably too much of a reach to take him at 2, but 6 is more justifiable. After that I think the saints take 2 mids 7/8 - likely looking to be Smillie and Murphy Reid. With tauru hypothetically off the table, I would be very happy to see us target Travaglia. There’s something about a skinny, quick half back/midfielder that’s very endearing (like a will day type). However, in a dream world I would love love love Melbourne to take a punt on Taj Hotton at pick 9. That kid is an absolute superstar in the making, who is only not in top 5 contention due to his ACL injury earlier this year. Upside is ridiculous and has the X factor that we crave. 

  • Quote
    • Like 3

    19 hours ago, ChaserJ said:

    If North are comfortable we won’t take Tauru, I reckon they’ll split the pick with Tiges for p6 (+ one of their other bazillion picks).

    JT has a history of not being predictable and you’d hope he is holding his cards closer to his chest this year for that very reason. 
     

    Cal Twomey always gets mail from the inside, it’ll be interesting to see if perhaps this year he is a little off given the possible pick-trading scenarios  

  • Quote
    • Like 1
    54 minutes ago, Gorgoroth said:

    What's the go home factor for Allan?

     

    Reportedly there and why I think he's not being mentioned more as a top 10 pick. West Coast traded down to pick 12 to grab him. Freo have 14. He will likely go to Eagles at 12 unless a club takes the risk before then.

  • Quote
    • Like 1
    • Clap 1
    1 hour ago, Gorgoroth said:

    What's the go home factor for Allan?

     

    Fairly big risk, which I have heard from a few 

  • Quote
    • Like 2
    • Thanks 8
    12 minutes ago, Pennant St Dee said:

    Fairly big risk, which I have heard from a few 

    I think that's one of the less important reasons to not pick him at 9.

  • Quote
    • Like 3

    12 minutes ago, Pennant St Dee said:

    Fairly big risk, which I have heard from a few 

    Hasn't scared us in the recent past with WA boys, but to hear this it's disappointing. I'd be really happy with Bo at pick 9, seems to have all the attributes of a great modern day midfielder.

  • Quote
    • Like 2
    1 hour ago, Beetle said:

    Hasn't scared us in the recent past with WA boys, but to hear this it's disappointing. I'd be really happy with Bo at pick 9, seems to have all the attributes of a great modern day midfielder.

    Yes we seem to be a club who backs ourselves.

    Things can always change once you get settled into an environment and the day to day training and with a new group.

    Just passing on what I have heard

  • Quote
    • Like 3
    • Thanks 1
    On 20/10/2024 at 21:08, dazzledavey36 said:

     

    Big and fast, but didn't hit a single target by foot in that whole video

  • Quote
    • Like 2
    • Haha 2
    On 20/10/2024 at 21:08, dazzledavey36 said:

     

    12 disposals. 0 percent efficiency 

  • Quote
    • Like 3
    • Haha 1
    • Shocked 1
    • Sad 1
    3 hours ago, Pennant St Dee said:

    Fairly big risk, which I have heard from a few 

    From what I’ve seen of his decision making if he left Melbourne heading for Perth he’d end up at Casey so it wouldn’t be too much of a worry 

  • Quote
    • Haha 3

    I still think we should look at choosing a Victorian.

    Xavier Lindsay is an excellent kick and we desperately need more of those at the Demons.

     

  • Quote
    • Like 3
    On 21/10/2024 at 04:37, The Jackson FIX said:

    JT has a history of not being predictable and you’d hope he is holding his cards closer to his chest this year for that very reason. 
     

    Cal Twomey always gets mail from the inside, it’ll be interesting to see if perhaps this year he is a little off given the possible pick-trading scenarios  

    Twomeys Oct phantom will be interesting. Every year its a bit different to his September with more Information available.

    Looking forward to the October phantoms later this month. 

  • Quote
    • Like 2
    On 20/10/2024 at 21:08, dazzledavey36 said:

     

    Love his speed and aggression in the contest but gee his disposal leaves a bit to be desired.

  • Quote
    • Like 4
     
    1 hour ago, KozzyCan said:

    Love his speed and aggression in the contest but gee his disposal leaves a bit to be desired.

    Agreed. No point being daring and quick if you’re turning it over or failing to find a target.

  • Quote
    • Like 3
    34 minutes ago, Demon Disciple said:

    Agreed. No point being daring and quick if you’re turning it over or failing to find a target.

    Jayden Hunt vibes. Line breaking pace followed by long kicks to no one.

  • Quote
    • Like 2

    Join the conversation

    You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.

    Guest
    Unfortunately, your content contains terms that we do not allow. Please edit your content to remove the highlighted words below.
    Reply to this topic...
    Go to topic listing

    Featured Content

    • PREVIEW: Carlton

      Good evening, Demon fans and welcome back to the Demonland Podcast ... it’s time to discuss this week’s game against the Blues. Will the Demons celebrate Clayton Oliver’s 200th game with a victory? We have a number of callers waiting on line … Leopold Bloom: Carlton and Melbourne are both out of finals contention with six wins and eleven losses, and are undoubtedly the two most underwhelming and disappointing teams of 2025. Both had high expectations at the start of participating and advancing deep into the finals, but instead, they have consistently underperformed and disappointed themselves and their supporters throughout the year. However, I am inclined to give the Demons the benefit of the doubt, as they have made some progress in addressing their issues after a disastrous start. In contrast, the Blues are struggling across the board and do not appear to be making any notable improvements. They are regressing, and a significant loss is looming on Saturday night. Max Gawn in the ruck will be huge and the Demon midfield have a point to prove after lowering their colours in so many close calls.

      • 0 replies
      Demonland

    • REPORT: North Melbourne

      I suppose that I should apologise for the title of this piece, but the temptation to go with it was far too great. The memory of how North Melbourne tore Melbourne apart at the seams earlier in the season and the way in which it set the scene for the club’s demise so early in the piece has been weighing heavily upon all of us. This game was a must-win from the club’s perspective, and the team’s response was overwhelming. The 36 point win over Alastair Clarkson’s Kangaroos at the MCG on Sunday was indeed — roovenge of the highest order!

      • 4 replies
      Demonland

    • CASEY: Werribee

      The Casey Demons remain in contention for a VFL finals berth following a comprehensive 76-point victory over the Werribee Tigers at Whitten Oval last night. The caveat to the performance is that the once mighty Tigers have been raided of many key players and are now a shadow of the premiership-winning team from last season. The team suffered a blow before the game when veteran Tom McDonald was withdrawn for senior duty to cover for Steven May who is ill.  However, after conceding the first goal of the game, Casey was dominant from ten minutes in until the very end and despite some early errors and inaccuracy, they managed to warm to the task of dismantling the Tigers with precision, particularly after half time when the nominally home side provided them with minimal resistance.

      • 0 replies
      Demonland

    • PREGAME: Carlton

      The Demons return to the MCG as the the visiting team on Saturday night to take on the Blues who are under siege after 4 straight losses. Who comes in and who goes out?

        • Like
      • 222 replies
      Demonland

    • PODCAST: North Melbourne

      The Demonland Podcast will air LIVE on Monday, 14th July @ 8:00pm. Join Binman & I as we dissect the Dees glorious win over the Kangaroos at the MCG.
      Your questions and comments are a huge part of our podcast so please post anything you want to ask or say below and we'll give you a shout out on the show.
      Listen LIVE: https://demonland.com/

      • 29 replies
      Demonland

    • POSTGAME: North Melbourne

      The Demons are finally back at the MCG and finally back on the winners list as they continually chipped away at a spirited Kangaroos side eventually breaking their backs and opening the floodgates to run out winners by 6 goals.

        • Love
        • Thanks
        • Like
      • 253 replies
      Demonland
    View All