DeezNuts

1. Listened to Macquarie Sports Radio everyday in case they mentioned Melbourne.. (love ya schwarta) 2. Pretended to like cricket for about a week... 3. Read demonland more than I did during the season...

Uniforms are funny things, they let you focus on everything else but yourself. They let you identify with your team mates, they let you think that putting the greater good above ones own interests is more important, they galvanise the collective will and they equalise stature, allowing those who are new to recognise the privilege to be wearing the colours. But don’t believe the hype about uniforms stemming individuality, I’ve witnessed some of the most wonderful Aussie Larrikin characters truly flourish whilst wearing a uniform, mostly because it is harder to get noticed when you look the same as everyone else. Sometimes for the good and sometimes for the bad, but the last thing a uniform does is stymie individuality..

Yeah true, but Vince really made the inertia real, and introduced a style of play that the Dees could be proud of!

Take the immediate heat away from the issue and they’ll be operating at a higher density altitude than they’re used to .. I.e. they’ll be effectively playing at a higher altitude, slightly starved of the usual oxygen concentration that they’re used to.. Nothing an EFC “supplement injection” or two couldn’t fix..

Can’t wait for the new Land Rover Defender (Jag yeah?)

First hit out for the season.. both teams would need to iron out some wrinkles, and get used to a new set of rules if anything - I hope I can get down for Rd 1! But, Port do have a team of champions right?

The more I think about it, the more it appears that the combination of a dominant ruck punching forward and long to an uncontested and lightening fast lead receiver from the fwd line will benefit us. As others have said, maybe this might be a new light for Garlett, to contribute to our i50’s, to our (also fast) TMAC on the lead as a set play? Maxy might need a glove if he’s going to be punching long and forward regularly!

Teams that have high levels of fitness and endurance will also benefit from the 666. Lots of running back into position! i think key position players are also going to be more valued, particularly if they can take a mark, whether they’re a forward or a defender.

My 2019 predictions: 1. KK is encouraged to don the helmet after being knocked out in his second appearance in what could only be described as ‘a flight of fancy’ speccy attempt gone wrong.. 2. Whilst Adelaide’s internal cultures woes continue to plague them, they improve moderately by end of year. Unfortunately though, Melbourne thump them again by more than 50 points... Big Tex is seen crying... 3. By end of season, Clarry will have been approached by a delegation from NASA, MIT and Harvard who are furiously trying to understand how he continuously defies the laws of physics with his phone-booth footy approach. 4. Gary Pert attempts to initiate a coup from Collingwood to acquire Weidemann, only to find that Jacko threatens to knock his block off again! Pert concedes... 5. In another semi-final against the cats, both Gaz and Selwood again succumb to the prowess of Viney’s left and right biceps who are now affectionately referred to by Melbourne supporters as “assault and battery”, respectively.

To be fair, I’m really happy for the lad. Yes he’ll likely not ever reach the potential that we hoped he would for us, as he won’t for Freo. But if he does, I’m ok with it as Freo need all the help they can get! My major concerns were that 1. He couldn’t kick beyond 40m consistently and slot a goal, and 2. His body language and resultant performance lacked professionalism. Noting his very difficult time over the past few years, 2. Could be forgiven, but deep down 1. Was the one that truly had me concerned and I now place my forward hopes in TMAC and Weed. Later buddy, good luck with it, hope you get the most out of being west-side..

Gold! Keep this thread going!

Is there a video of “all the tackles” I’d love to see this as a common feature ? i cant work out which one was my favourite: Weid on Danger or Clarry (hipnshoulder) on Selwood or, Jetta on Selwood?

This had me in tears!!! ???

Hey Cassiew! Billy was just below me too, I felt for the lad given what a win against Melbourne would’ve meant for him... but he was humble, hats off to the man! So glad I was in the presence of a fellow demon lander!!! (you weren’t in that row of 4 girls R9 were you?)

Well... such a great win, plenty of heat and I was so proud that the boys got to the “stars” in numbers and held them to account for their indiscretions- Ablett you weak [censored], Selwood you weak [censored], and danger you emotionally weak individual... ever since Vince gave him a lesson, he’s never been able to deal with Melbourne pressure. (Thank you Vince for exposing this weakness). The boys stood up for each other tonight, I’m so glad I flew down, what a great win! Be afraid Hawks!!!

Tend to agree, the ranking by @Maluski wasn’t bad either. The last 6 chipped in and held up their end of the bargain, WC and GWS are excellent examples of that, but I do agree with @Skuit, if our top six aren’t playing their part, we’re doomed.

The smiling assassin. Absolute legend of a bloke. Will be missed, but his legacy lives on in a club that has now become tougher, more fierce and more respected due to his efforts on field. The weekend at Bernie’s on Dangerfield has to have been one of the most satisfying games I’ve ever seen. He really gave our players a social licence to back themselves in and make themselves accountable. Best of luck Bernie!

Dolla fitty- I’d still bring him in (in round 5)

One question to ask is this: Can we afford not to get Gaff? I.e. can we handle another team getting him instead? I would argue that the answer is no, and I’d keep everything on the table until at such time, any prospective deal doesn’t benefit us in totality.

That was the response I expected, I love Hoges, just being silly!

Dare I say it? Hogan -> Gaff???

Yep agree, it’s nice to see a post with some serious thought put into it too!

I think the Alice is a great environment for us to retain! The 'heart of the nation' concept bodes well also, allowing us to celebrate the indigenous involvement of our game which is important. 1. Retain Alice 2. Remove Darwin..

If the proposal comes to be, I think PJ will go down as one of Melbourne's greatest leaders in history. There may be room for a 'PJ Wing' if he pulls it off! As a kid, I always asked my Dad why Richmond's oval is 'right there', and last weekend at the QB match, walking past it after coming off the Richmond station, scooting past the Cricketer's Arms, and crossing Punt Road, gave me an uncomfortable feeling. (Although, maybe it was the two drunken Collingwood fans that stammered in unintelligibly 'crissed as a picket' language, "carn' the wood, you'll be lucky to win Dees fans" - and, only to be correct...) So, maybe it was that which made me uncomfortable? (Nevertheless, I did respond by stating audibly that I still have my front teeth..!) Ok, I digress... I think it would be amazing if we had a home ground, so close to the hallowed turf, on my favourite side of the 'G'! Fingers are definitely crossed...

I know... a little self-indulgent but, BUMP!