MELBOURNE leader Brad Green says some cold hard facts were spoken among the players after last week's disappointing loss to Hawthorn.
Green said the group is now determined to produce a four-quarter competitive effort against Collingwood at the MCG on Saturday.
He added the acid was placed on every player, not just the senior group.
"On Monday, at our team meeting some home truths were spoken ... we're really looking forward to the challenge of taking on Collingwood and a great win on the weekend," said Green, who play his 200th AFL match against the Pies.
Green said coach Dean Bailey's tone "went up a few decibels" after the loss.
"Some of the players know where they stand coming into this week's game."
About time we hear that Bailey is [censored] off im sick of hearing how he was complacent and quiet. He needs to get fired up and tell everyone that nobodys spot is assured