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10 kicks (not bad) 4 Goals (good) 9 Tackles (good) 3 Marks (below par) Not a bad day out for a forward (one forward) But combined numbers for 3 different tall forwards? I doubt we'll be going in with that combo again. Turner for Jeffo or AJ or maybe Turner & Jeffo (or AJ) misses out

Swapping Jeffo for a slow player? I didn't say that and besides which, who is slower than Jeffo anyway? Jeffo is not exactly Gout Gout We could have played Langford or Billings as another runner (or both if we wanted to match GWS' running ability) Prior to the season there was hardly anyone here advocating playing Jeffo, JVR & AJ in the one team so I'm not sure why suddenly that can be a workable plan Maybe down the track where the actual output from all 3 is more than adequate but right now? It's like we're playing 1 or 2 short

The issue surrounding Jeffo's selection is the 2nd ruck duties If AJ is needed in the ruck (if we don't want to use JVR) then can we play JVR, AJ & Jeffo every week? None of the 3 are proven forwards (although, JVR can make it to that level)

We were at least one runner short and the match was lost at the selection table. JVR, AJ, Jeffo & Fritsch in the one forward line on a day where rain was forecast? Being top heavy allowed the opposition to run the ball out of our forward line far too easily. Our defensive forward line pressure just wasn't up to it If you are going to go that tall in the forward line then fast corridor entries are needed so as to catch the opposition out. But instead of kicking to 1 on 1's in the hot spot, the ball (once again) ends up being kicked to packs near the boundary line

Yep, GWS outskilled us But we probably all knew that going into the game But the script wasn't much different ... we kick into a crowded forward line and the opposition move the ball rapidly into an open forward line It's why teams like the Pies have our measure

Well, I'm not convinced Jeffo is our future and I'm not convinced that AJ is either. But AJ can ruck JVR a future topline Key forward? That's not a given either But whilst our list is what it is, I'm happy to give plenty of opportunities to Jeffo, AJ & Turner. Maybe one of them will turn out to be very good (or better) I'm not sacking anyone here. You can't do that in our sport. Unless they allow clubs to trade in season (which should be a thing)

The ease that GWS moved the ball out of our forward line was at times, startling. On a drier day, they might have really cleaned us up (there again, we might have clunked a few more marks on a dry day ... with our oversized forward line) And GWS are not the only team that can move the ball quickly on the counter-attack. Whilst we're trying to lock the ball in our forward line by employing the press, the good teams only need one accurate, quick disposal and they are off to the races It's not a new thing either We need to back ourselves into using the corridor more with faster ball movement so as we can advance the ball into a more open forward line Our style is gritty and we are hard at the contest. Our strength is winning contested ball but we seem to have to work too hard in order to score By contrast (today at least) GWS' method of scoring was highly efficient. Helps that they are highly skilled but that's what we have to beat

We were too top heavy up forward especially on a day not suited for high marking. We should have had another late withdrawal and given Langford a full game (take your pick on a sub) If AJ stays in as the 2nd ruck I can't see a spot for Jefferson. Nor did I think that Jefferson was particularly hard at the contest or chased with intent Kicked a couple of handy goals but apart from that, he did very little And JVR is not a proven KPF (yet) so to be effectively playing 3 rookie talls up forward is at least 1 too many. Poor selections We probably need to recruit in a KPF from elsewhere if we are looking for B+ or A grade In the meantime, one of AJ or Jeffo plays but not both. We could get away with it against teams like North but against the Pies, Lions, Sydney or GWS and the like? I don't think so It's JVR & AJ for mine with Fritsch as the 3rd tall ... Turner or Jeffo as replacements if AJ doesn't fire (JVR can ruck for 5 minutes per quarter) Petracca & Kozzy up forward so we end up medium/tall. Melksham?

AJ competes hard but is not highly skilled. Needs to keep working at it and stop giving away soft free kicks. He might make it Jefferson lacks intensity and needs to go harder at the contest. Again, with a lot of training, he might make it Playing AJ, Jeffo & JVR in the same forward line is asking for trouble especially when considering that Fritsch is not great defensively Just my view but I'd play AJ or Jeffo, not both

If that's the case then why were our other players chasing hard? Watch it again, Jefferson couldn't be bothered and gave up As it was, either Jefferson or AJ shouldn't have both been in the team, given the conditions. We badly lacked at least 1 more runner and GWS exploited that weakness An argument could be made that we lost the game at the selection table (A 1 kick game)

Jefferson jogged after an opponent late in the game on the centre/wing That alone could bring an exclusion for our next game. Given the circumstances, it was an ordinary effort

They smashed us on the counter-attack. Where as we had to work hard for scores A runner or 2 short in the conditions (it had to be AJ or Jeffo, not both) Other than that, we played quite well but just came up short

Lyon's big bomb at Waverley stands out. Big goal in a big game

150! Well done Bayley! Fritsch's great strength is he's a very good opportunist and excellent in 1 on 1 situations (so slow ball movement forward and long bombs aren't going to suit) His weakness is that he is not great defensively but there's always room for a Fritsch type as players like that can kick 2 or 3 quick goals and set up a win from nowhere

Lynch was very important for the Tiges last night. Played his role like a proper forward (in front, competed hard, made position and led well) Didn't star but he played a very important role So if AJ gets the nod on Sunday we'll need him to play a similar role (as well as doing the 2nd ruck duties) I've got JVR up at CHF as he's got untapped ability with regards to creativity. Turner as the possible 3rd forward with Fritsch as the opportunist (that's what he is good at)

The Pies getting smashed in opening round* *Why not play a full round and utilise the holiday Monday? 4 games is half-baked Give the clubs/players another bye during the season (it's needed)

Oh, ok. Take the money and retire! He's had a great career and was formerly box office. 4 MVP's is phenomenal If he'd had a decent coach then more SB appearances would have followed. Still, 1 is better than none haha Gee the footy is full-on considering it's just a praccy match

Not if he is given $$$$$Millions to play I always follow the money, Gorg, as that normally will give you the answer

Aaron Rodgers linked with the Giants

I did think of getting an American footy for the winners to sign and keep for the year But getting people together is problematical ... maybe Crown on a Sunday during the playoffs? Week 2 of the playoffs Bring a mate or 2? I've got 3 or 4 mates who have a keen interest in the NFL

Really feel that cricket is missing the boat re the Champions Trophy The 8 best performed International ODI teams playing for a major trophy, but only available on Amazon/Prime! The excuse given was that free-to-air and Foxtel didn't bid for the tournament? Alternatively, money from the highest bidder won out?

Well there's a film that has escaped me! Angel Heart (for the benefit of others) Looks a goodin' too with Rourke & De Niro

Ha ha! Age! Trim the goatie and add a splash of streaky light colour and you'll be the veritable devil (Demon)

Yep, you look better bald, hardtack! And younger too! Late 50's, early 60's look!

I might add, @Gorgoroth The new regular season tipping comp points system, designed by you !! Next year will be the 13th NFL tipping comp ... time flies hey!! Now for the footy season and the Mighty Demons! (I'm quietly confident we will at least play finals because if our list stays relatively healthy, we should get to at least 13 wins)