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I reckon we have a bit of both don't we? 2x 2nd round picks & a future 1st round pick to trade. Add in potentially the Weid to that. Jones, Jetta, Hibberd (?) to retire. Again, potentially Weid to that from a salary cap clearing perspective. I'm of the belief you can get creative with the cap if you're well run.

'Easy outside ball' listed as a weakness from a Bigfooty draft watcher...definitely a Melbourne player.... Major strengths: Skills on both sides+vision+kicks to i50 targets+first possession winning at stoppages Major weaknesses: Struggles finding easy outside ball

Trading into the draft and picking up Josh Rachele a more viable option https://www.afl.com.au/video/655158/watch-lively-forward-josh-rachele-dazzles-in-u19-games?videoId=655158&modal=true&type=video&publishFrom=1627280862001 Snapshot: A mercurial forward who has drawn comparisons to GWS star Toby Greene, Rachele has unbelievable smarts, skills, and a keen eye for goal. Rachele is rightly a standout among his draft class, having taken out the Under 16 Division 1 MVP award for Vic Country in 2019. He quickly went on to represent the Murray Bushrangers, averaging a tick under 18 disposals and two goals in four games as a 16-year-old. The exciting forward hails from an elite soccer background and has quick feet to show for it, as well as the smiling celebrations you’d expect on the end of well-finished goals. Rachele is lauded for his skills and smarts in the forward half, but has shown an aptitude for midfield work with his turn of speed and ability to find the ball at ground level. He’s capable of highlight-reel moment

Yeah we fleeced the Lions.

I know the numbers align but his decision making was far better against the Eagles. He played like a smart [censored] against the GCS.

Bowey.mp4

Sure did. Traded IN: Picks 18 (Bowey), 19 (Laurie) & a 2021 2nd rounder. For picks 25, 68, 69 & 2021 1st rounder. An excellent trade in hindsight.

We hold: Picks 31, 38, 54 at this stage (give or take a spot or two after ladder movement in the final couple rounds)

Yeo's come off a year long injury

Viney is one of those rare players that seems to play better the less midfield time he has (small sample space I know). 50-60% forward time is the go.

IN: McDonald, Hibberd OUT: Sparrow, Hunt (inj) Vanders back to sub. Jordon retains spot.

Bowey what a player, shame about the holding the ball, not a concern tho. He's a player.

Sorry, autocorrect, meant 3 touches

Weid with a sling on arm?

Weid to kick 5 and his trade value to go through the roof. Kill two birds with one stone!

Expecting a Spargo masterclass. 3 goals from him I reckon.

Allison.

Geelong's biggest issue is that they've never been able to consistently deliver very high pressure on the opposition defensively (at least to my eye). They always appear to be playing in the same gear without any real ability to flick the switch.

It was funny seeing the hype about him after our game, where it was pissing down.....

Dylan Stephens 8 touches @ 25% DE tonight...not translated well so far

I for one, look forward to having the tallest forwardline in history. Would look great next to Mac Andrew in a pocket.

He may be inexperienced, but has had plenty of practice at the quarter time huddles.

Does the Football world still overrate key forwards and their impact on winning? Richmond 2017 Leading Goal Kickers (inclusive of finals): Riewoldt: 2.3 goals/game Martin: 1.48 goals/game Butler: 1.3 goals/game Castanga: 1.04 goals/game Rioli: 1 goal/game Western Bulldogs 2016 Leading Goal Kickers (inclusive of finals): Stringer: 1.82 goals/game Dickson: 1.81 goals/game Bont: 1 goal/game Redpath: 2 goals/game* (*10 games) Smith: 1.38 goals/game Melbourne 2021 Leading Goal Kickers (as of 7/8/21) Fritsch: 2.16 goals/game Pickett: 1.57 goals/game McDonald: 1.57 goals/game Petracca: 1.1 goals/game Jackson*: 0.72 goals/game Brown*: 1.71 goals/game *I've listed both Jackson and Brown instead of capping it to 5, given Brown's lack of games played. Obviously he'd be well above Jackson having played equal games.