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Oh that is right I keep forgetting how high the standard of journalism is and the inane questions Neeld is asked time and time ago. Remind me how nice the media has been to Melbourne

I agree with you drdrake. The players we moved on such as Moloney, Gysberts, Morton, Bennell, Martin and Bate would never bring us the success as a team we all crave. I understand a lot of supporters are angry but I think Neeld is the right coach to move our team forward. It is impossible to change all the inadequacies at MFC in a 12 month period. With the new players that have come in I think we have actually found some real ball players. Viney, Matt Jones and Terlich have all impressed me and will be good for us going forward. Toumpas is finding his feet but is quality no doubt about that....Right now Neeld is trying to find the right team balance and this will probably take another 5-6 weeks. We have still 5-6 good players to come in and cement their positions and we still need to give Byrnes, Rodan and Pedersen a bit more time to settle into the team. I do not think all is lost for the year at all. The first half against WC was really really good and we just need to find that intensity for four quarters

Thanks young dee enthusiast - I am in

Spirit of the Demon - are you able to elaborate more on your statement about " that story will be bigger than this tanking inquiry " . I have felt there has been a not so hidden agenda against the MFC over the last 12 months but I cannot fathom why....

You are obviously very fortunate that you have not been in a situation where you have to protect your family or live in a community similar to a war zone.

Ah a voice of reason - thanks Leeway

Our whole football department destroyed the list. Neeld needs time to fix this mess and I believe he will do so over time. As for the media deal and Melbourne would be gone - what nonsense we are one of the few Vic clubs that does not have debt. I understand that we are all emotional about our on field performance but lets try and retain some facts here.

More like tick tock tick tock for at least 7-8 players. Neeld and co are doing well with limited players particularly given our injury list

This is my take: Trengove – good game today Grimes – run the lines Watts – disposal very efficient Bate – 2H much better Frawley – very ordinary today Sylvia – good under pressure McKenzie – wasted his opportunities Dunn – kicked out well Blease – broke the lines Garland – marked strongly today Moloney – must be dropped McDonald – we missed Tom Rivers – good leader today Macdonald – really good game Sellar – worked hard today Martin – top 5 today Tapscott – needs to focus Howe - also ran hard Spencer – did ok contested Bail – needs better decisions Nicholson – really worked hard Magner – tough but ineffective

It is easy to have no fear when there is no expectation and everyone thinks you are not going to win one game. Look at GCS they have taken a step back as of this stage of the year. Expectation is what it is. Let's see how GWS go over the next few years when they are expected to win more games. That said we have played with fear for years, but Neeld and co will get them right and trade/draft the right types to take this team to the top 8 within 2 years

I agree also. For too many years now we have had an less than average front running playing group and once the pressure is on we leaked like a tap. Bottom line the playing group voted for the current leadership group and in effect said the old leadership group were not leaders. And surprise surprise they are confirming why they are not the leaders we need at the MFC. Neeld and the coaching group will remove this poisonous core once and for all....

Whispering_Jack - I agree.....He needs to stand up and be the player we need him to be. My instinct is this is the year that may well define a one Colin Sylvia

I would ask these questions; * What and who excites you the most about our list * What are the gaps in our list * Who is not performing to their potential that you can turn around * What are the focus areas for 2011/2012 and onwards * Who do you think might surprise Melb supporters in 2012 and why * Where do you see the areas opposition teams will see the improvement in your new structure

I think we might be forgetting that Cook went to the seconds due to hip soreness and has had post season hip surgery. Before that time I saw him play some very nice games for Casey as a first year tall player. He looks quality to me and he was not selected at all Australian CFH in the U18's for nothing. If he remains injury free he will be a quality fwd for the Dees for many years to come

We have landed Mitch Clark.... Big turn around after he rejected the offer last Friday. News all over it.... http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/melbourne-beats-fremantle-to-secure-mitch-clark/story-fn69a32t-1226167582864 Our forward line will be harder to match up now and will take pressure off Watts and Jurrah Thoughts everyone???

I am sick of Geelong the umpires pets - team of whingers, always looking for a free kick, drop the ball as soon as they get tackled Collingwood for me......

Totally agree Jaded. Cale just stopped growing last year and is now starting to fill out. He is not only player on our team that fails to go in hard. I personally believe he will be a really good long term player for us. Would be a loss for us if he went to another club.

Martin was really good today. Dunn was terrible and also negligent on his hit on Pratt. All day he just played stupid football. Would prefer Bate in his place everyday. Dunn hears footsteps and always will. Just thought Bate added a lot to our side and the fwd line responded well with him in the side. His drop was plainly stupid = FAILED Jetta worked hard but lacked support. Needs to stay in the team for a period of time - believe he can give us some hardness and drive.

I agree High Tower - we need to turn up in numbers and support the team proudly and loudly. The only way to answer is to win and/or provide a spirited content and show the football world what we stand for and that we are on the rise

Absolutely perfect WYL and agree 100% - hurt the AFL where it hurts the most - The Hip Pocket. The decision against Trenners has nothing to do with the tackle or the rules it is all about AFL liability and henceforth $$$$$$.... Buy nothing at the ground and let the AFL foot the bill......Go to The Wharf hotel for your before and after game needs We need our supporters to get to the ground in numbers and cheer on our boys. Trenners would want all supporters there....The last few weeks could be a turning point for the club and I think we have unleashed the future captain of the Dees in young Jack Trengove.... Get to Ethiad and Go Dees

Good games by Bartram and Maric today, Bate held his is own and worked hard - give him a few more games

What do evidence do you base this on?. You need to supply this before making such far reaching statements>>>>>>>>>

Thought Jack played well but was disappointed to read this blog on the Herald Sun in response to Brad Green's article regarding the playing field stepping up. Not that I want to start rumours but if true very disappointing and maybe sums up some of the concerns regarding our culture mikfromessendon Posted at 11:47 AM Today A Certain J Watts drank himself stupid at a Beaumaris pub on Sat night in front of us. Not a good look for the Melbourne members we were having dinner with. If you're going to have a drink and go stupid after a thrashng J Watts, have it at home! Expect better from a number 1 draft pick. Comment 12 of 24

My 3 word analysis They can't play because They don't care