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System can’t help when there are that many players down from each line.

Was going to say something very similar. The defensive structures team employ are the launch pad for their offense. Whilst the chaos of tagging 3 players could disrupt us momentarily, our system would still overwhelm the opposition quite quickly because they have 3 less offensive contributors. Man on man across the ground could be an approach to try, although I don't think too many blokes can defend well individually these days

The defensive marking from Gus was a thing of beauty

I reckon it was one of those little ‘nice guy’ Cotchin specials, where it was quite deliberate but he seems to escape scrutiny.

This is how it felt watching, we were in control from start to finish and Richmond were flattered by our poor goal kicking and their fluky accuracy. Petty had a huge game, was controlling the air with ease. His timing with ball in flight is superb. Sparrow was very good Clarry is looking like a man playing against boys at AFL level now, he is so strong and powerful and he’s just making good decisions consistently.

Very vanilla, in my opinion. Dunstan offers the additional depth and we didn't have any real expense to grab him

Pretty extraordinary comment from the President. I still believe Weitering, Walsh, McKay, Curnow is more than enough to build a side around. Plus Cripps can’t possibly be down again. If they can get some ‘buy in’ which leads to a bit more selflessness from Saad, Williams and Martin they have some quality.

I have mentioned this before, but I expect Carlton to start rising reasonably quickly. They have a lot of very good players in their core group and if Vossy can get a few of the suspect ones to give a little more consistent effort, sky is the limit

This is the key, he might just want a change of environment. If he can go and get paid to keep playing AFL footy, even sparingly, he is likely better off than he would be in the real world. Personality clashes do exist, even with good/decent players and coaches

Doubt there is too much opportunity for a player of his age and ability in the current climate. Adelaide, who are no good, delisted a player that was much better than Melksham in Lynch. The days of everyone landing at Gold Coast are long gone too.

I think it's a very difficult decision, but not based on games he will play. He is likely starting 18 in both sides, so that should not matter. The difficulty lies with which team is most likely to have success. On current form, we are looking great, but it is bloody hard to keep backing up for multiple years at the top and even harder when you don't have a distinct home ground advantage (Brisbane, West Coast, Geelong) Carlton have the players to rebound very quickly if Vossy and his coaching staff get things right. They have some very high end talent and there is no chance the tail will wag the dog in 2022 (watch out Saad, Williams, Martin)

Anyone thinking Gold Coast would need him should take off the rose coloured glasses. Good, honest tryer, but pretty limited now that the game is speeding up

He hits bodies with serious intent, particularly when he isn't a big bloke himself. He'd give away 10kg and plenty of height to Dunkley

Incredible day/night. Genuinely never believed I’d see it. Go you good things

Dogs could not have had a better quarter, remain calm.

Kudos to the CFC or whoever came up with this. Really giving the AFL the bird

Absolutely, he has worked his backside off to become a regular again. He’s our hard luck story, every GF side has one. Really seems like the whole squad is invested in this and despite his bad luck, Hunty would be stoked to have been a part of the year and the 20 odd games that got us here. Hope it drives him and he continues on again for 2022

Credit to him, hasn’t had the year he hoped for but I don’t think even our most optimistic supporters would have anticipated the year we have had. I think his unfortunate timing with the injury was the only thing that stopped him being a big contributor this year. As others have mentioned, there is no chance we remain injury free again in 2022, this year has been extraordinary on that front. He will get chances, let’s hope he grabs them and our three KPF’s push each other to continue on in 2022

Trades are not all one-sided affairs. Jordon and Sparrow would not be the first fringe players to leave a top team for opportunity elsewhere? I hope they both stay as I like them a lot

This is a very optimistic timeframe

I ordered a Demons Guernsey from New Balance as the Prelim was being played, still no sign of it. Tracking says 'shipping information received 14th September" This is only adding to my GF anxiety

Handy pickup for the Tiges

To be honest, the memory of playing on the day would mean more to me than any medal. I don't think it's the worst thing for a squad to receive a medal, but you can bet Nathan Jones would not want one

I think Benny Brown might cement himself in Demon folklore with a 4-5 goal day out.

If any club is looking to grab him for leadership, you would hope his advice is much more sound than his actions. Do as I say, not as I do type scenario