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Why? Why not is a more pertinent question. But one very likely reason might be as part of a strategy to play to dees supporters eg 'look we are targeting Elliot, but so are other clubs, which is only natural as he is an excellent player' Why might be he do that? Lots of possible reasons, such as: He is lying and we are the only club seriously looking at him. But between us and his manager we are more than happy to feed rumors that he is wanted man. And why might we do that? To make our decision to target him more appealing to our fans and mitigate against potential criticism of say the terms of our offer ($ and length of contract) To support the positive narrative the MFC have be pushing with puff pieces of late - look we are a serious player for a wanted gun! To make it all seem more exciting! He is telling the truth (likely), for good reason, and sees no reason not to share it with dees fans or the general footy public

Absolutely that is feasible. THC attaches to fat cells which is why it is very hard to eliminate it - unlike cocaine, amphetamines or MDMA which leaves the body within 24 -48 hours. This is also reason some people fail drug driving tests for THC even when they are not driving under the influence. I read somewhere that there is some dispute ATM about the efficacy of the test for THC in drug driving buses.

As if Elliot was not aware Goody is super eager to get him, or that other clubs are also keen. These discussions would have been going on for at least 12 months - or more. Every club in the league would know who other clubs are looking at. Well before it leaks into the media or football forums Elliot and his manager would know exactly how keen or other wise we are. Dollars would have already been put out there. For Pete's sake the club officially announced our interest in drafting him a couple of weeks back. You don't so that unless you are super keen. I reiterate Goody's comments would have absolutely zero influence on his Elliot's manager's ability to wrangle a higher contract. Zero.

I can't believe how stupid it was for the AFL to push for non game day testing of recreational drugs. And if i was a player i would refuse to play a single cent to the AFL players association after they agreed to it. I said at the time it would be a nightmare for all concerned and nothing that has occurred since has changed my view. Be that as it may Willie tested positive to marijuana on game day. So he is stuffed. As he should be. I very much doubt he actually consumed it on game day but THC can stay in the system for up to a month. Which surely he knows.

You're kidding, surely. As if those comments from goody would have any impact whatsoever on Elliott's asking price. That's up there with thinking Tomlinson's game against the lions would be factor in the decision to recruit him. Double sheesh.

Randwick wasn't too bad in the end WWS. Brilliant win by Avillius. Needs it at least soft i reckon.The best horse in the county in my opinion, but clearly does not like firm ground, If the cox plate is soft i reckon he's close to a good thing. I can see him sitting wide and sweeping over the top with the camber to win going away. had a funny day. Ended up not backing be good to ya mum. Just felt it was a bit short. Kicking myself given my comments about its weight advantage and historical edge. Actually backed three long shorts, including Widgee turf (win only). All three ran well but no cigar

Surely to goodness she doesn't move from the forward line next year. He is a natural forward. Let's hope his time down back has helped him round out his game.

Ain't gonna happen

Exactly. Stays on the park too, hasn't missed a game for four year through injury i don't think.

In some ways I don't mind the heavy in Sydney. You can draw a line through a lot of horses. And some really like the going. Melbourne tracks drain better and never get as heavy, meaning form in wet is much more variable. Hate getting rolled by a horse on say a soft 5 that has no wet form. Agree avilius is overs Macca. Likes heavy and should sit a bit closer I reckon. Has the ratings to win and the only danger i reckon is tbe kiwi horse danz something.

My best is an old best bet fav. Randwick Race 7 no 2 avilius. On face value a bit dour last start but samadoubt had t h e advantage of a leaders bias. At the weights and in the heavy I'm tipping it will bounce back.

What a brutal day at caulfield. Som many chances in each race. Tough at Randwick too. Some cracking races. History suggests Begood Toya Mother a huge chance as horses down in the weight historically do well in the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes day. He is down a wopping 7kgs on his last run. I've actually done my form, early for me. Not quite sure of my best yes. Will post it tonight

Can't see how I proved your point. Strange point in any case. Frawley had hit his ceiling already. Was good at the dees and stayed at that level. As an indication of his ability at the dees (and how highly hawks rated him as measured by contract) when hw left as a FA we were given pick 3 compensation.

Arguably a better footy brain and kick than Frosty? I can;t imagine anyone arguing with that proposition.

Comparisons between Howe and Frost are ridiculous. I like Frosty but he is not half the player Howe is. One has game sense, is a natural defender and a real weapon with his marking. And it aint Frosty

The low ball comment no doubt came from his manager, mcconville. Standard manager trick to pout some bultish rumor out via a sympathetic news gossip and seed a couple of footy forums. Same trick Jone's manager used. Works a treat when gullible football forum posters repeat it like it is fact Might have misread the room on this one methinks.

Elite kicking skills are soooooo overrated.

Source?

This pure angst gold. You have out done yourself this time on the bag everything dees related scale TGR. Brilliant stuff. To parlay a barley formed rumour about Clarkson looking at properties in Perth into an opportunity to bag the dees is next level wrist slashing genius. I am seriously impressed. The other negative nellies on this site should bow before your angsty greatness.

So you're saying we should consider taking the punt on Harley....

Richmond got rance with a priority pick. I had completely forgotten that. Good get.

How about Masten on one wing and ANB on the other? You'd love it dazzler

I reckon he is pretty good kick actually. His issue is that so often he holds the ball up and does not release straight away

Agree that he us exactly the sort of player we need. Close to the best kick in the league and a beautiful mover. Silk. But surely getting Tomlinson won't impact our chances of getting Whitfield. Won't cost us a draft pick and not too much salary space.

Perhaps a compensation pick like they give out for free agents. After all we did the AFL a big favor.