Nascent

Could probably add some value with some stints in the midfield I would have thought.

Adams has developed nicely this year after a slow start from a limited pre-season. Fair bit to work with as a key defensive prospect.

Lohman has been impressive for the Lions. Might get a chance next week with McCarthy out injured. Ooc and dogs apparently keen.

An annoyed spargo is funny to see, turns into a jack-jumper

T-mac wants that second key forward spot. Starting well.

Jefferson should have been paid that mark, clearly in front.

T-mac starting well, goal from holding free but presented with a good mark on the outer wing. Jefferson playing wing is interesting.

Ben McKay might fancy North's fortunes over the bombers after this weekend.

Parish yet to re-sign and bombers waiving the white flag again. Not suggesting we get him but if he leaves that's a potential first round compensation pick that will further dilute the draft pool.

I have no idea what this means.

Think the afl have tweaked the rules so you can't smooth out contracts in these sort of deals. We would have to take a full $1mill hit.

Pies will have lost 3 out of their last 4 leading into finals.

Port should have Freo and Richmond covered. Brisbane win and we can just about lock in 4th

Bit to play out but could potentially free our salary cap quite a bit and we already allegedly have a bit to play with. If Harmes or Tomlinson move on for further opportunities we may have well in excess of a mill space in the cap next year. Would need to get on the ruck merry-go-round for back up while Verrall develops if he were to leave.

Indeed. I was more interested in their supposed 'interest' in Duursma.

Contract expires end of next season.

Happy my boy Laurie is getting a run. Been calling/hoping he gets into the team for a while now. Been ultra consistent at Casey and possesses some much needed polish with disposal.

Just listening to SEN and a WA presenter stating that West Coast still strongly considering Reid despite speculation about him not wanting to go to WA. He also highlighted Curtin and Duursma as players they are interested in.

All ins are on the extended bench.

Cal runs through his top 25 with some vision for those interested.

Any chance Laurie gets a run?

Let's hope freo don't climb any higher.

From those looking for a key defender outside of Curtin. @dazzledavey36 may have some further insights.

Dan Curtin championship highlights