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Only thing I can say is I don't think Keilty has been upgraded from the rookie list has he? So I doubt he'll play

The changes this week are gonna shock a lot of people.... trust me

Highlights of the game- https://youtu.be/82cl2Oe_cQQ

Kenno has been playing some good footy. Pretty surprised he hasn't had any senior games this year. Hes a good chance to come into the side I think

Man these stats always seem a little dodgy to me. I swear Dec had 7 or 8 disposals in the first quarter alone but finished with only 12!? Yeah nah, I might watch next weeks game with the sole purpose of writing down a couple of players stats and comparing them to what gets released

He copped a decent knock to the ribs in a ruck contest. Would've hurt like hell but hopefully it's nothing too serious

So after training as a Key Defender all pre-season, Dec was kinda thrown into the deep end, having to play a Ruck-Forward role for the majority of the first half of the year. He did alright, but nothing spectacular, all while slowing building up is craft. For the past month and a half or so he's been primarily thrown back down as a KPD, with stints in the Forward and Ruck when required. I think now that's he is settled into the position he was originally playing when he got drafted, he's really been able to step up to the plate. Yesterday was probably his best game I've ever seen him play. Under constant duress, he stood up time and time again to take a number of crucial marks in defence, run through and get some good rebound 50's and won the majority of his one-on-one contests. All game, Weideman had 2, 3 or even 4 defenders on him so in the 3rd quarter Plapp threw Keilty forward to try and relieve the pressure Sam was getting, where he took an impressive contested mark about 20m on a 45 degree angle and slotted the goal. I think that ability, to be half way through a game and then go and play in a completely different position and then step up to have an impact is exactly what the MFC saw in him last season and a big reason why he was picked up, as a versatile developing player. But he's recent form has been pretty damn great, he is still pretty sure he needs another pre-season in him before he really starts to get to his best footy, but from what I've seen from the Melbourne Coaching staff is they reward form, and Keilty might just be a chance at a senior game this year if Melbourne need to rest a KPP. Edit: Also yesterday, because Casey were only down to 2 rotations after the first quarter and a half, he ran himself into the ground. I think it finally clicked with him that kind of work effort is what is required to really make it on the big stage

From the VFL website- Best Players: B. Stretch, A. Brayshaw, D. Keilty, B. Kennedy, J. Kennedy-Harris, B. Fritsch

I didn't get to see the game as I was watching Casey play but if the MFC need to bring in a KPP, going off his last month and especially today's game, Keilty might be a sneak for a debut. I know I'm biased, but he was unbelievable today, played both forward and back and dominated both positions. Was easily the best game he has ever played.

Casey win!!!! Unbelievable!!!!

Keilty has been thrown forward now and just took a great contested mark and kicked truly for a goal. He is having the best game of his season!

Pretty sure Joel Smith has done a serious knee injury, probably an ACL. Poor bugger has not had any luck this season

Dec is having some sort of quarter!

Dude you didn't highlight Keilty in the team lists

Called it.

Your worries are probably warranted. When he is not under pressure his kicking is probably the best I've seen of someone who doesn't come from a footy background, but he can butcher it when he is under the pump. Will be interesting to see how he steps up to the big time.

Something tells me Maynard might be debuting this week

Did a little ruck work early in the season but none since King/Spencer has been back, always got killed. Depends on the team they play, but he does a bit of both staying at home and roaming up the ground, hard to pick between the two

It's hard to say, I don't confess to have any idea about what actually goes on inside an AFL club and I laugh at the fact that so many supporters think they know what is best, but from what I've seen and from other players who go in between the VFL/AFL system, he has an insane natural sporting ability, as shown by his time playing basketball in the United States, and I think he could absolute hold his own against the best

A few thoughts on the game, and take this with a grain of salt because I am biased and have had a few. As for the overall game, Casy weren't bad, Coburgs game style and pressure just destroyed them for the first 3 quarters, but the extra fitness and hardness that AFL listed players bring allowed them to dominate the last quarter As for individual players: Weideman- kicked 3 goals 3, shoulda kicked 6 straight. Missed 3 relatively easy goals but did some amazing work in the aireal contest, and I mean took some unbelievably marks today, did some amazing running around the ground and I would not be surprised if he comes in to replace Hogan Maynard- He's form has been amazing, was easily best on ground and I'd expect him to get a senior debut this year. He is clean around the contest, hits it hard and has great speed. A great pickup from the MFC Brayshaw- wasn't as prolific as last week but is showing good signs he is coming back into his best, did make a few errors today but his gut running was outstanding Pederson- took some good marks and had a few great tackles but he butchered the ball a lot and if I were Melbourne selectors I'd choose Weideman over Pedo going off today's game Spencer- was great in the ruck today against a decent opponent, took some good marks and was good at ground level, fumbled a bit but might be an option if they want to tryout the Gawn/Spencer combo Keilty- continues to develope and build on his game, took 3 or 4 crucial contested grabs and attacked the ball at ground level well but also made a few mistakes under pressure, give Dec another pre season and he might just become a great key position player Other good players- Strech seemed to be big around the ball today and Wagner got onto a lot of loose balls and had a big impact. Dion Johnstone also had a huge second half, had a few great moments up forward and laid some big hits and tackles . Mitch King probably played the best game of his year, dominated the ruck and took some impressive marks The not so good- Good to see Hulett back in the VFL but was pretty quiet, I doubt he'll go on much further. Kennedy was also pretty disappointing today If I've missed anyone let me know and I'll try to answer your questions For the VFL listed players, Fristch was again outstanding today, missed a few easy goals but his hands for a shorter player are insane and do not be surprised to see him on an AFL list next year. Jack Hutchins was great as the general in defence today also, Ferreira had some nice moments Thays just my 2 cents

Team update, Hulett is playing VFL seniors today, and Corey Maynard was the travellling emergency but he is back and will also play today

Just a reminder that the Senior game will be broadcast on 97.7 fm Casey Radio from 2pm

I hear Afghanistan is a pretty bad place so maybe don't go there if you are a Dee's fan

Are you seriously trying to compare Weids and Hogan!? They are completely different players development wise. Jesse has been built like a man since he was 16 and has been playing senior footy since he was 17. Plus he is just an absolute freak. Sammy is a later bloomer, you can tell that just by looking at their physiques. Give Sam another 2 or so seasons for his body to get to Hogans level and then we can have this discussion.

You are all being overly critical of Sammy, stats do not tell the whole story. For those who actually saw the game (me) yes he was quiet but that's because he was double teamed all night, even sometimes triple teamed. What he did do well was compete strongly in the air, allowing the other forwards to get free and have big impacts. At one stage he ran back against the flight of the ball and crashed couragesly into a big pack, taking a fantastic contested mark and then stabbing a kick to Pederson who then converted a goal. You can't expect a 20 year old kid who was getting 2 or 3 AFL level defenders at every contest to have a massive game mark/scoring wise. God damn you dudes are crazy harsh