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Hard to square what we read in the newspapers over the weekend to what we saw yesterday. Skills let us down under pressure, poor tackling, labored ball movement. All the familiar faults and failings. And none of the "egos" were playing either! We have 2 weeks to the Freo game so time to sharpen up. And please no more articles telling us what you're going to do this season. Show us against Freo instead.

I’m not fussed about the result against a full strength bulldogs outfit. They’re a good side and will play finals. As usual they did a third quarter number on us. Most of our senior players did alright, May Lever Maxy Trac Fritsch I’ve no worries about. TMac on the wing won’t work. He is too slow and his disposal is too suspect. Play him forward or drop him. I would have liked to see Harmes go to the Bont. I know we have systems and structures but why not shut down the oppo’s best player. I’m not sure Harmes has a role in the side if he’s not tagging. Very iffy disposal from Langdon. I hope he sharpens up over the next 2 weeks. The kids struggled so we’re going to have to be patient while Chocco works his magic. Freo is the test. I watched them last night. We have nothing to fear there. Forward set-up will be key but I reckon we’ll need a strong contribution from Trac with some other midfielders hitting the scoreboard as well. Get the 4 points, build momentum before the saints at Marvel. BB back for Rd 3 to straighten us up. A fit and firing BB will make a big difference. Go Dees

you said 2 weeks. the rule is 12 days.

12 day rule so he'll miss Freo if its a confirmed concussion

I just hope May is ok for the Freo game.

memo to self. learn to count.

12 days for concussion so he should be ok

better than 1 goal 5. i'm doing my best to look for positives here WWSW

Defensively solid. Lever and May looking in good nick. Fritsch kicked straight. None of the support act putting their hand up for round 1 selection

Nice kick Maxy. I was expecting him to shank it.

Langdons disposal really poor.

getting very ragged now. kicking a concern.

that bomtempelli bloke isn't a bad player

Turnovers under no pressure. chocco has plenty of work to do.

smart play Chandler. well done

Highlights so far Lever spoiling Fritsch kicking straight. Not much else

Jordon misses the target. He's struggling.

we're losing our rhythm. handballing to the static receiver again.

rubbish free kick. naughton played for the high contact

Nobody nailing down their round one spot so far.

Fritsch kicks straight. good lad.

Lots of options for the doggies and they're hitting targets.

Just a little joke FD. No offence intended. Enjoy the game today.