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The kids don't care about spelling either. Just getting with the times (ps bloody smart phones and rushing)

Not sure what your point is LN. For one thing there is not an amorphous dees fan that holds multiple, contradictory views. The dichotomy you express is likely held by two distinct fans, not one. As an example i don't hold to the view they should stop talking, And have long been of the view that they don't talk enough in terms providing interesting, engaging content to supporters. But in any case the the content i'm suggesting there be more of is the opposite to the bog standard, cliche ridden interview that is the norm in the AFL. That sort of meaningless, script based talking i could do with less off, albeit acknowledging it has its place and is what the media demands. Here is an example of what i mean about cheap, easy to produce content that brings fans closer to their team and builds engagement: Brett Brown talking to his team after their first playoff win last season (the 76ers post this sort of stuff regularly to their twitter feed and club website) https://www.nbcsports.com/philadelphia/video/brett-brown-ring-bell

The thing that is frustrating is that there is no need for all of the video content to be of a professional production standard. And whilst tbe the standard player interview had its place they are usually pretty boring and dont give much insight about the player himself (boys are up and about, tge new giuys ate settling in but can't cook, a hood chance to bond yada yada yada) Post somw smart phone clips giving an insight into who tbe players are and some inner sanctum behind tbe scenes stuff . Quality doesnt matter. Kids wstch hundrrds iof ow quality clips on their various platforms. Rhey could care less about quality. Easy, cheap and fans, particularly ypung people love it. Nba clubs do it all the time. No excuse for us not to be doing so also.

Yes, you might be right that with the second paragraph. But I think he has significant scope for improvement where's frost doesn't. As I noted I just reckon he has something. Also as an elite basketball his decision making should be pretty good. If we have fit, good list to choose 22 from each week and Smith is in that 22 it will be an indication he is up to it not a sign we are in trouble. Time will tell.

Channelling joeboy: Not good enough.

You make some good points. I was one who thought his best position was forward and I was sure he would be played forward. That does not appear to be the case. Agree that it is hard to see where he fits in down back. I can also understand why you dont rate him that highly. All that said I really reckon he has something. And i expect him to play most games.

Luxury, sheer luxury. Try getting in a tram down near the tennis center back into into town! Or walking back to the botantical gardens side of the river now that the flipping foot bridge is closed (until 2023 or some such)!

At least we top one list.

What? I demand a recount!

Yes, that is what doc demons indicated.

Spot on. And let's say there are 'other issues' at play. So what? Mental health and 'other issues' go hand in hand. It is well established that a very high proportion of people experiencing mental health issues also experience substance abuse issues (often alcohol but others too). To be clear i'm not suggesting Jessie is experiencing those issues, simply naming the innuendo. But it certainly wouldn't shock me if he was struggling with such issues. In many ways it would be logical as drugs and alcohol are used by many people to mask, deal with emotional and physical pain and to self medicate. Indeed this can often be a symptom and warning of an underlying mental health issue. Jessie being seen out 'partying' does not reduce the likelihood mental health is the reason he is stepping away from football (as has been insinuated by some eg he is using mental health as a convenient 'cover'). The opposite is true. And it shouldn't impact at all on the sympathy one might feel for him. Again the opposite is true. Being out partying is not a solution for his mental health issues and will likely negatively impact on any treatment. Making it harder for the young fella to get well. Which you'd hope everyone hopes he does.

Is Oscar still alive?

Harley Benell aka the phoenix: triumph over injury

Has a MFC player ever had to answer more questions from someone who evidently know nothing about the AFL? Kudos to hibbo for keeping a straight face

Has a MFC player ever had to answer more questions from someone who evidently know nothing about the AFL? https://www.melbournefc.com.au/news/559178/-unbelievable-camp-to-set-dees-up-hibberd Kudos to hibbo for keeping a straight face

Different players of course. And different stages of their respective careers. But Langdon's recruitment reminds me of bringing in Steven icke. Icke filled a need and was a super consistent and reliable player for us. Bit undeunderrated too.

I don't know anything about him as a bloke, though from the handful of interviews i've seen seems a pretty bright young man But as player he will be super important for us and will make an immediate impact for the club A best 22 lock who will play the wing in every game and play a key role linking the back and front halves. Super fit and whilst his offensive transition will get lots of deserved attention his defensive running might well make even more of an impact as even when we had most of our players fit and firing in 2018 defensive running was not a strength. Another important factor is his recruitment (and Tomlinsons) means we won't need to play players like Brayshaw on the wing who are better utilised elsewhere. And to top off the package, by all accounts seems a dedicated and professional AFL player who trains hard and looks after himself. A really terrific recruitment decision by both the MFC and the Demon Army. Well played.

Great minds.....

Pain might be good. They often say acls etc don't involve a huge amount of pain

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I don't disagree. But he only averages 1.3 goals per game over his career. In 2018 he averaged 2.3 and last season 2 per game. Two goals a game is nothing to sneeze at , particularly these days. But he plays almost as a traditional full forward not a crumbing small forward, for whom 2 goals a game is fantastic. Traditional full forward not so much For context last season he was 20th on the goal kicking list, tenth in the AFL for goal average and tenth for score involvements. Again nothing to sneeze at and way ahead of trac. But plenty of players ahead of ahead of him too. Don't get me wrong i rate him very highly, but i suspect he has hit his limit. And i suspect trac hasn't.

Unless it is fake news. I don't believe anything i read on the internet. I'm actually 29.

Not sure which one the Newtown Jets jumper is. A player? If it is the fella standing near barass at the start it is Slug Jordon, i think. A true Victorian sporting legend. I just googled newton and see who you mean. i'm 90% sure that is Ray 'Slug' Gordon

That would be great. It would bring back vivid memories watching a game there now. When i was 12 i went to the footy almost every week (the 1979 season) with a mate who barracked for the Roos. We'd alternate dees and roos games so i saw quite a few games at Arden Street. Players like Shimma, Blight, Greig, Gumblemeton and Nolan stick in my mind. A couple of years back i stumbled on these two videos from exactly that time (maybe on a tip from someone on here?). Brilliant time capsule and well worth watching. Funny in the context of the planned hell and back videos. I told youss all we are behind the times! If you only watch a bit of it watch the first 4 -5 minutes of Part 1, which includes Barassi's first speech of the preseason and Mick Nolan's feeble attempt at a push up! And from 5:54 in Part 2 which is footage of i presume the Roos' first game of the season at Arden St. Barrassi pregame is gold.

Who is Bennell?