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I don't think Brisbane will be given a Priority Pick for the same reasons we were not. If memory serves correctly, one thing the commission considered was the potential in the playing list; with that in mind, when fully fit there is some elite talent in the Brisbane line-up, especially their midfield. The have drafted very good key position players at both ends of the ground and have a very good spread of young and underdeveloped talent. What they need is assistance in developing this talent in a strong, well funded and supported environment. That's where the AFL can, and should assist them. The way it's been worded by the commission in the past, I only think they'd give one if a player died.

I would think it'd be Viney, but Watts would make an outstanding vice. Always the first senior player to run to a young player after they've made a mistake and talk to them. Him and Viney would complement each other well.

I have no doubt a period of success is just around the corner for us. We should all enjoy it, as threads like this show that those who have stuck around deserve it. But at the same time, threads like this should remind us to practice some humility - unlike some other club's supporters.

Very true. All the positive change in the club over the last four years stems from his leadership. Was great to see him standing alongside Roos in the rooms waiting for the players.

See his best in 5 years - yes. However he showed today we're going to be treated to a lot of very good football in the meantime.

Big fan of OMac and it's great to see him going from strength to strength. For a second year KPD to be playing the way he is, it's fantastic for now and the future.

Harmes is a beast!

Looked like a tubby Russel Robertson then!

So the 'inner sanctum' is not discussing Jesse Hogan telling the club he wants a contract extension?? I would imagine they'd be talking about little else. Even the people who believe what GNF posted was true are having a go at him! Members Wing posts a conversation with Dangerfield where he confirms something we all knew to be true and he gets shot down as well. Ive never been privy to any real inside information, but if I was, I'd think twice before sharing.

Great! But doesn't that just confirm GNF's post?

What timeframe to negotiate, draft, sign and announce a multi-million dollar contract would be more believable? Bearing in mind negotiations have not been ongoing...

The 'signing in six months' isn't the revelation in GNF's post. People are repeating that timeframe as a means of discrediting his source and information. The fact that Jesse has officially told the club that he wants to sign on again is the new information that GNF has contributed to the discussion. To my knowledge, no media outlet has stated that Jesse has definitely informed the club that he wants an extension. This therefore is new and interesting formation.

Heaven help anyone who has something interesting to share...

Nah- you've just angered about three people who post over and over about it.

I would still suggest that at his worst, he is a very good depth player. When you look at our injury list, it is in fact very small. At the end of the season, you don't cut everyone on the list who isn't best 22. At this stage, Jack isn't in the best 22 according to the coaches and selectors, he is however a consistent and high level contributor at Casey. I would be very surprised if we didn't retain him. (not to mention sad and disappointed)

It all comes down to price. I wouldn't think either of them would be demanding high salaries and Dawes in particular is excellent around the club for the younger forwards and both provide a big body to take the pressure off the developing players.

I would think there are countless threads where people can criticise Harvey; but credit where credit is due. Breaking a seemingly unbreakable record and still playing some very good footy. Congrats Boomer.

I like that stability in the team and while I'm a big fan of Vanders, I'm disappointed that ANB has not been given a better run at it.

Quite literally a dog act.

I applaud your bravery in starting this thread Dazzle. FWIW, as a free agent, if the price was reasonable, I would sign Vickery. He would instantly be our best option as a part time ruck, part time forward. As maligned as he is (and often deservedly so) his best football is very, very good. Maybe a new environment would bring that out of him in a consistent fashion. We sacrifice nothing in free agency other than some money; if the price is right, I say get him.

No unforced changes for this week. Especially wanna see ANB get an extended run on the seniors.

I don't necessarily disagree with the first paragraphs, but the second one is both unfair and simply not true. Oscar is so unfairly maligned on here that some people would only find his performance acceptable if the opposition kicked zero goals. Every time the opposition kicks a goal, Demonland looks for someone to blame, as though keeping a clean sheet is even possible in this game.

Should have known better than to check in to a Gameday thread... Might just go back to enjoying a match in which we are playing great footy.

A shame that he hasn't developed in the way we had hoped he'd would. Was one of the most promising up and comers in the league 2010-2012. I have no doubt that he'll be picked up next year by another team; decent player, strong leader and clubman. A team like Brisbane could use someone like Grimes around. Wish him all the best.

On a side note, the soft drink he was having strikes me as very strange. I suppose I was under the impression that the players were very regimented in what they ate/drank. 4 kg of soft drink weight sound like something I'd be lugging around. Was surprised to see one MFC player eating a meat pie at the match on Sunday, while another ate a box of hot chips. No doubt this is some new 'sport science' approved approach to rehab... But it was very strange to see.