Deestroyer

I have no problems in what Neeld has done. It will also put pressure on guys like Watts to lift if he wants a long career in the AFL. I am already looking forward to a few more wins next year!

Nice to see Strauss back in the team. His kicking has been a highlight. Bail is a worry. I can't remember the last time he hit a target (excluding his kick for goal).

I have heard that Howe rejected our first offer, but wants to stay.

I am starting to belive Howe's ex-U18 coach who commented that he is the best mark he has seen since Royce Hart. I am just as impressed with his skills on both sides of the body. It really opens up the forward line when someone on the HF line can kick with both feet. Green and Davey could learn something from him!

Howe is 21 today! I hope he celebrates with a Rising Star nomination on Friday night!

It might have something to do with last year's MOTY - wasn't Watts the step ladder?

Howe was sick before and after Saturday's game. That could explain the lower output. Apparently he had recovered by Sunday night. I am waiting for him to take one of his trademark hangers!

Is there a difference between goal assists and scoring assists? This could explain it. Great game by Watts today. He rarely gets beaten in marking contests now, which resulted in a number of crumbing goals, e.g. LJ. A few more kgs next season and he will be ready to go!

I really liked Jack Watts' game today. Another preseason and he will be taking 10+ marks per game. His vision and ground level skills is amazing for a 196cm key forward. Jeremy Howe also impressed with his marking. 12 marks and great disposal is encouraging for a first year player. I am just waiting for him to take a hanger! He has really taken over Brad Miller's position, with the added bonus of solid field kicking and decision making.

I thought Howe was great tonight. He tackled and blocked for his team mates. What impressed me most was his vision with the ball and ability to kick with both feet. I was talking to a coach in Tassie and he thinks Howe is the second best mark he has seen...behind Royce Hart!

His favourite player was Nathan Buckley. Everybody called him Bucks.

His nickname is Bucks. That will change fast!

Howe thought Collingwood was going to take him. Melbourne were late to the party, but made a great choice. Howe is still growing, which means he could hit the KP 193-194 mark.

I have heard he is one of the most down to earth guys you will ever meet. The blonde hair in the youtube clip was because of a bet with mates.

Howe spoke to four other clubs - Collingwood, St Kilda, Western Bulldogs and Richmond (from memory). He flew across to speak to the Demons on Sunday. They asked him to fly over during the week, but he didn't want to take time off work. While he was picked from the local Tassie competition, we weren't the only teams interested. I am looking forward to seeing him play in 2011!