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Thanks for the training report and comments @kev martin

How did the panel see the games of our debutants, Windsor and Howes? And also Billings once he was subbed in?

This is the first time the Dees have played back to back games at the Sydney Cricket Ground since 2001/2002. Unless I make a rare trip to Melbourne these days I don't get to see my Demons play live very often so I am pumped for this game. Sitting with the corporates this time so I'll be the loudest one in my section. Most of my colleagues have zero idea about footy. Could get ugly. Go Dees.

Surprised that there hasn't been more hype surrounding the Rematch of the Century in Gawn vs Grundy. Who wins the battle?

My question is for @binman and hopefully he can find the stats from this game but that will probably be difficult. We seemed to get murdered on the Turnover today. It seemed that a lot of their scores were generated on the Turnover. We on the other hand could not capitalise on our Turnovers. Any insights would be greatly appreciated.

Did Max come off at halftime injured? Just prior to halftime he gave away a free in a ruck contest and was clutching his wrist. He played out the quarter but didn't come back on. We lose Max and the season is as good as toast.

Excited to see the new boys Kolt & Windsor show their wares. I expect that we will see Laurie play in the guts for a large chunk of the game.

Welcome back guys, albeit briefly. Really appreciate the podcasts during the season. It's evident that a lot of hard work and preparation goes into it so thanks for that. In regards to our draft picks; What did you make of our selections in particular passing on Daniel Curtin and what are the panels thoughts on drafting for needs vs drafting for best available? Andy I know you asked Jason Taylor this exact question in your excellent interview with him but I'd love to hear what you guys think.

Shoutout to one of my new favourite players this season Trent Rivers. He has taken his game to another level this season and will make a real impact with his run and booming kicks out of defence.

phew. Just got in. 😁

Really enjoying the Podcast fellas. Love the different perspectives that you all bring as well as the commentary and questions from the audience. It really does cover the whole gamut of each game with a good cross section of the Demon voices. But I digress. Do you think we might see the return of Spargo to the team possibly replacing JJ? I really think we miss the pressure that he brings in that high half forward role (thanks Binman) and he is an elite user of the ball by foot. I just wish he got more of the pill. Hopefully those 28 possies in the 2s this week can rub off on his game in the seniors.

Another cracking poddie last week guys. Seems we've learned some learnings from 2022 and rested the bulls and Max in the last with them all spending about the last 8 to 10 minutes on the bench. I was pretty happy with that despite the fact that it could cost Trac a Brownlow vote or two. Thoughts?

Jack Viney has been sublime in the past month, in fact, since Clarry has been absent. Possibly his best block of footy he has played at the club. He has been instrumental in willing us to win with his never say die Demon Spirit. He would have to at the very least be a consideration for the All Australian Squad. Very underrated in the wider AFL community, media and supporters.

I thought Tommo had a fantastic first quarter today. Selection will be interesting particularly if Petty is available. Hibberd too. Does Tommo hold his spot? Could you see Petty being tried forward again and Tommo keeping his spot?

6. Viney 5. Brayshaw 4. Gawn 3. Pickett 2. Chandler 1. Rivers

Excellent Podcast again fellas. Absolutely loved it. @binman was this the scoreworm you were referring to?

What a Herculean effort from Max Gawn!!! I read that it was the highest ranked game of his career. 29 Disposals, 21 Contested, 39 Hitouts, 17 Hitouts to Advantage, 10 Clearances, 7 Tackles & 1 Goal. It can’t be a coincidence that this return to form coincided with Brodie Grundy‘s axing. Can I get the panels thoughts on the dropping of Brodie Grundy and what that means for him in 2023 and also if Max is to go solo for a few weeks how do we manage it in terms of Max’s career longevity? I don’t want to burn Rooey out by playing him 2nd ruck so early in his career.

JVR please. Would love to see Brown and Roo in the same forward line for a few weeks.

Saints were their own worst enemy last night. If they had shown a fraction of dare they could have opened us up. Instead every time they took a mark they stopped and allowed us to set up down back which is a big no no against the Dees.

The Cameron injury was horrific but why oh why did we not take advantage of this tactically and swing Petty forward?

Jack's pirouette was a thing of beauty and should be hung in a museum.

Wondering who the panel thinks will be our biggest threats for the Flag this year? It's looking likely that the Pies, Port and Brisbane will be Top 4 given the Pies current record and Port and Brissy's home ground advantages. Are any of the teams currently (at time of writing) in the bottom part of the 8 a threat for our Flag (yes OUR FLAG) currently Saints, Bombers, Adelaide and Dogs? What about the Teams currently sitting outside the 8? Currently Cats, Dockers, Suns and perhaps the Tigers. Any concerns for those sides? Excellent Podcasts as always fellas. Keep punching them out. Go Demons.

Just thought I'd drop a note to tell Andy that I did indeed listen to the end. Fabulous podcast as always 👍

Can we please give Jack Viney the credit that he so richly deserves? He is heart and soul, is at the bottom of every pack, throws his weight around, is a monster tackler, can extract the ball and get the clearances. Just pure guts and determination. His blind turn was just sublime. He was simply immense in this match and often flies under the Petracca/Oliver radar. We are so blessed to have him and this midfield surely is amongst one of the best in the modern era. We now just need to add some more silverware to the cabinet to ensure that their names are etched into immortality.

How confident are we that Clarry is right to go and/or that he will play this week? We all want him to play this week against the Pies but would he be playing this week against the Eagles?