Jibroni

Only one game but GC are finally looking like a team with some backbone.

Adelaide would be as good as Sydney if Grundy went there. They should make the eight this year.

The only way is up, feeling disappointed is an understatement.

So glad we didnt trade all those picks for Harley Reid.

Well thats game over, a few areas to work on starting with kicking.

Spargo FFS

God this game has some stupid rules

Trac needs to be a perm forward, makes such a difference

Worst sports job in Australia would be playing in Melbourne's forward line.

Argh kicking accuracy is porridge atm

Does anyone know what the black armbands are in honour of?

Its only Round 1

Good loyal Adelaide Hills boy, congrats Tommy.

Thankyou Rohan Connolly, as always a great balanced article from an experienced journalist.

Really happy for Howes, has had to wait for his opportunity but I really hope he nails it. From the sadness of losing Gus hopefully rises a new dawn for the Wingers club.

I'm sorry but I'm still attending DR (death ride) meetings after last year's addiction with Fremantle.

I would play Schache to provide some chop out for Max and allowing JVR to play perm forward. Grundy will be keen to play big one.

Would love to see Gus still involved in the club in some capacity. With his intelligence, tact and diplomacy I could see him as a future Ambassador or even a CEO.

What a class act: A letter from Gus (melbournefc.com.au)

We should be able to access a RFA without the matching process.

Gutted for Gus but as supporters we have admiration for him to have the courage to place his wellbeing ahead of a sporting career. Such a likeable man and loved by his teammates.

Losing 4 finals in a row has left a bad stain which the media has latched on and using to cast doubts on this season. As much as I loathe anyone associated with Essendon it's a fair assessment.

Great to have you all back, really missed the podcast over the summer. I like the look of Billings on the weekend, do you see him as possibly part of the midfield rotation?

Thats a real shame as Disco has had a horrid run with injuries.

On the newbies I like Brown and Billings will be a handy addition. Im hoping Fullarton will be available for a run before the season starts.