Pick 14

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We'll have to call him Frank or Grimesy in honor of the Simpsons would'nt we?

its not Grimesy its Grimey

[Jarka 767]

Various bigfooty posts from the consolidated profiles thread...

Jack Grimes (Ruck Rover / HBF) - 11 May 1989, 187cm 76kg. Vic Metro/Northern/Hurstbridge

"Weaver: He is a little one-paced and his kicking is a bit hit and miss. That said he wins the ball, goes hard and reads play superbly. A really smart footballer with leadership abilities and a competitive streak. Always finds a way to contribute. Even on his bad days he can snag a goal, make a spoil or tackle and stay involved. Doesn't let his mistakes put him off his game - straight back in for more action. You'd love to have him as a teammate - maybe not enough genuine quality for AFL tastes. Would like to see him arch his back and take people on more - tends to take what the game offers him as oppossed to really make things happen.

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"Recruiter 1: Jack Grimes played quite well - he certainly led by example as captain. Both he and his Northern Knights teammate, Matthew Kreuzer, would be able to say that they applied themselves in the manner that you expect at this level. He read the play well and chipped in with two goals. Overall, we were satisfied with his contribution to the game.

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"Recruiter 2: Grimes had an impact at various times during the game, so it was good to see him play well at this level. It was a pity that some of his teammates didn’t follow his example.

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"Kevin Sheehan: Medium forward/defender who displays outstanding leadership abilities and versatility. Grimes has clean ball-handling skills and makes good decisions. He is also effective around goals.

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"ant555: Jack Grimes-187cm,76kg,Northern Knights- Is not quick and his skills are not outstanding but he is hard at it and reads the play very well. He is always in the game trying to block or shepherd or tackle and shows some leadership skills in the way he gets around to pump up his team mates. He doesn’t let up and gives what looks like his best all day long. He is pretty clean with his ball handling and doesn’t fumble . Has played at half back / half forward and in the middle.

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"VinnieVagas69: Collingwood need to address the midfield, and most importantly the aging and declining Scott Burns, Shane O'Bree and Paul Licuria.

Jack Grimes does that. He's a relatively solid pick, and while he may not have the physical talents, he is a vocal leader, and he goes about his footy the right way. Good size for an inside role at AFL level at 187cm, and has reasonable skills for a player as almost exclusively inside as he projects to be at AFL level.

Most of all, this is a character pick - This is a kid who has his head on right, goes in tough, and won't fail for lack of trying.

McEvoy was strongly considered to solve the backup ruck issue, but ultimately I went with the midfield, and particularly a guy in Grimes who may be able to contribute as of 2008.

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"AFL Insider:

AFL Positions:

He is a midfield leader, making smart decisions and doing what his team needs. He should spend a lot of time in the centre square. But if his AFL team needs him to play as a defender or forward he would be able to contribute there too.

Perfect Fit For:

The Crows are starting to lose some of their bigger bodies in the middle to retirement. Grimes would bring size, leadership and intensity.

**********.net prediction:

He might still be around when Richmond make their priority selection. Assuming they went big with their earlier pick, Grimes might be taken with Richmond's second pick in the draft.

AFL Fantasy Outlook:

He will be a player that fantasy coaches think about signing in 2008. Plenty of possessions and tackles, some occasional goals, his fantasy points could be good in 2008. He is a bit taller than some midfielders, and can also get into space in the middle, so his marks totals could add up too. Grimes should play plenty of AFL games next season, no matter who drafts him.

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"Mr Cat: Jack Grimes, 188 cm. B Grade Utility. Not a midfielder at AFL level. Leadership outstanding, quality head on his shoulders. Not an outspoken leader- he leads by actions. Runs 15 on the beep and does a 20 in under 3, but is relatively one paced throughout the game (IMO 20 m sprints' overrated at DC- tell me when do players sprint off a STANDING START on a b-ball court- not AFL specific). He isn't a bad kick but decision

making is a worry (doesn't seem to hit enough targets). Typical 15-20 possy a game flanker at the next level. He has supporters in the right places which will see him as a top 20."

"AFL Insider:

Buckley and Burns should be back next season, maybe Licuria is too, but the Magpies know they need to add some youth to the midfield. Grimes has size for the position, a very good understanding of the game and leadership qualities.

Dale Thomas is all about skills, Pendlebury is defined by his athleticism, Grimes would bring determination and football smarts, giving Collingwood three young stars who compliment each other and form a great team.

The Magpies also need to draft at least one ruckman, and while there will be a few options for that spot here it might be better if they use their second round pick on a ruckman and add a quality smaller player in the first round. That could change if the Magpies find a ruck prospect that they really want, and looking at all the recent success they have had in the draft, there won't be many questioning their choice.

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[davey_magik 1]

Slowly but steadily I'm starting to come down from my tantrum on not taking Rance and warming to this guy.

[old55 22,753]

Sounds like the anti-Travis to me. Give him #16. Shaping to be my new favourite player.

[Converted Dee 115]

Right Demon fans,

I have the inside word on Jack Grimes. I work with a guy who is the high performance coach down at the Northern Knights. I'll sum up the key points he said to me.

Great engine - This kid will run all day, and I mean ALL DAY. Doesn't stop. Gets to the majority of contests. Said his beep test was the highest ever recorded. (although I thought Morton was the highest this year)

Great skills - Can kick both sides of the body. Said at times though he may kick low, but effective

Great tackler - One of the best down at the Knights, tough and gets his man

Leadership - Captain of the Knights, was also captain of the Vic Metro side(not sure if this year or last year, but definately was). The coach said he has his head screwed on, great work ethic, does all the right things to prepare. Said If a form needed to be filled in, his would be the first one there.

Gets his own ball - Not an outside player, can find the pill.

Was out of this years finals due to injury, said he would of made a HUGE difference had he played.

I went on to ask comparing him to Cotchin and Veszpremi. Said Cotchin has better evasive skills, able to get out of trouble more easily. Said Veszpremi is an arrogant footballer, but said he is a gun. Along with Cotchin. Overall he said we have a player, no doubt about it.

So there you go. Take it as you want, but that's straight from the horses mouth.

[sylvinator 96]

Morton won the beep test at draft camp with 15.2.

Grimes had a recorded beep test result of 15.10!!! jeezus, for all those who have run the beep test before, you have to have serious mental strength to get to that kind of level. that is seriously impressive.

now we're gonna have Morton, Grimes, Jones, Mclean and Dunn running through the midfield...all of whom run 15+ beep test, giving us a midfield with elite endurance.

adding to the fact that they are all bloody talented with good skills, and great leaders, our midfield will be a strength for years to come.

[Al`s DEMONS 0]

Morton won the beep test at draft camp with 15.2.

Grimes had a recorded beep test result of 15.10!!! jeezus, for all those who have run the beep test before, you have to have serious mental strength to get to that kind of level. that is seriously impressive.

now we're gonna have Morton, Grimes, Jones, Mclean and Dunn running through the midfield...all of whom run 15+ beep test, giving us a midfield with elite endurance.

adding to the fact that they are all bloody talented with good skills, and great leaders, our midfield will be a strength for years to come.

cant bloody wait

[Jaded No More 67,598]

I love players who have character, not just skills.

This kid sounds like he has a seriously great character, which will compliment the likes of Jones and McLean beautifully.

Cannot wait to see our midfield up and running and FIT!

I don't remember ever having McLean, Jones, Sylvia and Moloney all fit and going at the same time. Now add Grimes and Morton to that, and it's a wonderfully strong midfield.