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So Laurie, Howes and AJ are the emergencies this week Seems at lest one (if not two) of them will have very limited game time seeing this kicks off at 11:05am in Footscray and we're on at 1:20 at the G

How willing would Freo be to get rid of LJ when the other main ruck is injury prone and not that mobile, and on 1 mil a season.

Stan edging close to buying EPL off Optus. But more interesting to see Stan (and Paramount) sniffing around the F1 who are in their final year of rights with Foxtel (who want to renew). AFL locked away Saturday fixtures behind Kayo, but Kayo could be losing content. Curious to see how that one plays out.

So just so we're clear. Player takes time off for mental health Media write 132 stories about said player President says leave him alone Media criticize President for criticizing media Media then promote Spud's Game, a game aimed at bringing awareness/funds towards mental health. Got it.

Gawn this morning on Radio “Clayton, there’s going to be stories about him until we are done,” Gawn said on Monday. “He made a very mature decision to spend the week off this week. It’s been a big eight weeks for him ... he felt like he was getting a bit overwhelmed and wanted a week off." “For his future, I am week by week with Clayton and the club. All I care is about him getting up for Hawthorn, doing it with a smile on his face, and whatever happens at the end of the year happens.” Gawn said he and his teammates would continue to support Oliver, not react to weekly news items, knowing any decisions made now “could change by August”. “I’ve lived with a lot of these stories. Some stay, some go,” he told Mick in the Morning on Triple M. “It’s all a beat-up in May. I could make a decision … that could change by August. The May story is really nothing. “I’m going to pretend it hasn’t been written. Nothing to see here. He’s coming over for a sauna tonight.” Oliver was given the rest after an “open dialogue” with the club but is expected to be available for this weekend’s clash with Hawthorn.

some iffy ball work at times but plenty to build on, 4th most contested possessions, 2nd most tackles inside F50. If he sharpens up the disposals he'll be fine.

Riddle me this demonlanders, I know some people argue about picking on best talent vs best option. If we're looking option wise, what type of player do we target with our first pick?

Hmmm, may May play May 3rd? maybe? Maybe not, Mayday for May.

Love Maysie but does appear that his body is failing him a little or he's being rushed back. Obviously isn't helped by Lever/Hore also being injured and Petty shifted forward (to some success) Maybe it's time to test JvR as a swingman as well?

Agreed Howes the more likely, seems they're happy with Petty forward for now.

Wishing clarry all the best. Thought we’d get Turner and Laurie in. Little perplexed but go team

Re; Butters Saw an article that said the doggies were sniffing at 1.5M a year and 2-3 first rounders. Geelong waiting in the wings depending on Rowell/Oliver situations. Saints seemingly putting eggs in TDK and Leek Aleer baskets.

FEW DEFENDERS have been more reliable in defence this season than Tom McDonald. Anchoring the backline with his trademark grit and discipline, McDonald has stood out in key defensive stats this season—leading the competition in one percenters (55), a measure of the most selfless, team-first efforts on the ground. Digging deeper, McDonald ranks No.1 in the AFL for spoils (47), consistently getting a fist in to break up contests and shut down aerial threats. He’s also equal-first for contested defensive one-on-ones (24), winning the moments that matter most deep in defence. He’s climbed to 6th in the league for intercept possessions (53), highlighting his ability to read the play and turn defence into attack. It’s the type of form that doesn’t always make the highlight reel, but wins games. This season, McDonald moved into the top 10 on Melbourne’s all-time games list, surpassing Jeff White and further cementing his place in club history. His consistent output also has him closing in on a spot among the VFL/AFL’s all-time leaders for one percenters. It’s been a big year—and the numbers continue to prove it. Onya Tom

Where does Key Forward even begin size wise, this lad is 3 cm taller than our medium forward Fritsch. Are we looking at a Fritsch (Out) Morris (In) situation? Don't know how i feel about this. One thing i can say with certainty is Morris does not have beautiful hair.

I don’t think I’m in denial— agree he’s lost some of his dynamism and that was part of his greatest weapons in the modern game. Could well be carrying too much weight inclusive of muscle. Just think phrases like 'fat' or 'footballing equivalent of fat' could be better phrased given he's had some weight issues previously in his life.

Yuck

Lad is getting older, bodies change, leaner in the earlier photos, most likely but action shots not always the best, there are plenty of photos from 2021 that look different to the one you posted. Also we don't know what program the players are on, its a difficult balancing act at times, often read about players in sport putting on too much muscle and losing dynamic ability. On a side note I love albino alligators.

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFHlas1p_1R/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== If this is fat, i am in big trouble.

Some football industry experience would have been a bonus but he seems a suitable candidate all things aside. But it's an interesting one, I know its a very different sport/industry. But Manchester United previously appointed a M&A banker as their CEO and he was absolutely cabbage.

Some minor concerns he's not from a football background but he's obviously a talented businessman. Hopefully he steers us in the right direction and we start ticking off some items on the to-do list.

Rising Star Nominations for MFC players in 2025 - 2 Rising Star Nominations for players playing against MFC in 2025 - 2 We have reached parity.

I feel that whatever he does he'll have his knockers on here due to 1) His physical attributes 2) he's not super prolific as a goal scorer. I still believe he is a good cog to have in a well performing team - but the issue of recent times has been we are not a well oiled machine.

I wonder what the case would have been if the player was concussed. That's seemingly saved him here? Saw lots of social media/former players defend TG. Assume Pickett's past form didn't help here. Still annoyed at that suspension, didnt help our poor start.

I want Chuck Spargo in my team. Happy with Sharp/Henderson being subs/understudy as depth. I do imagine Culley will force his way into the picture sooner rather than later though