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Does he need a number 1 asset? I can't see how you would judge a footballer on this criteria...

I would think Jake's time is up at the MFC...he's had ample opportunity, maybe he will get a shot somewhere else and good luck to him if he does.

Agree 'Willmoy', for all the talk and the write ups on the likes of Port & EFC we were the only club to make a serious structural change for the better to our team in the trade period. The others were just taking a punt and/or shuffling the deck chairs.

Not even close....

Not a fan myself, good when he's on but those games are few and far between. About as good a kick at goal as Cloke, in other words a wing and a prayer...

That is great news... I think we may be looking at something associated with the redevelopment of the rail yards along with the whole sporting complex in the area. Maybe wishful thinking on my part but the closer to our home ground the better...

Unfortunately 'McQueen', the umpires don't seem to pay these. Howe was always blocked in his run at the ball when playing deep, that's why he could never get a kick there. It might not be overt but non the less defenders are very skilled at taking away an advantage. Body strength and positioning are key. I know nothing about Ryan, just making an observation from the highlights, which were all big marks, getting a run at the pack. He will take the odd one same as Jeremy but he will need a few more tricks than that. He's from your neck of the woods, what's his ground ball skill like? is he smart around goal like Betts? does he apply defensive pressure? Is he very quick? does he involve his teammates? is he a good field kick?

Good work 'Big Carl'... Just off the top of my head I would have Neitz at CHB, Hardeman on a flank and Wight at FB... Jako moves into FF, needs to be the pea...

I'm sure we're across this, but he won't get that space to get a running jump at AFL level. It's why Howe couldn't make it as a forward and had to go back... Would like to see what else he offers at ground level.

Can't argue with that... I think all clubs do now, look at the last 2 premiers...

Our list issues will be fixed by the natural development & growth of the talent on our list currently. I think with the addition of Lever we have a top 4 team for 2018...the competition has levelled off now and we're as good a chance as any to take the prize. Saying we've made no real progress since 2006 is a croc...

I think with Weed & Tmac we are well covered...and who says we're not into Lynch for next year if Jesse heads home. We will have cap space and picks to burn to cover if it happens... Weed hits the ball up hard and tackles, why do we need a soft lead up forward? He's more likely to make it than Schache

There isn't one I would be interested in really... None of them fixes a problem we have. Only 2 quality players have changed hands so far this trade period and we have one of them.

That's true & for those worried about carrying over part of Jack's salary, the Tiges still pay some of Lids. It's not so unusual...nor is it the end of the world.

I don't miss the lies...

Is Kyle Langford worth a look? haven't seen much of EFC but showed a bit when I have. Maybe opportunity drying up a bit with the influx of new players.

They don't anymore...and it's a reason they won the flag. Yarran burnt them, was a risk and a very poor bet. Well known before the Tiges took him. With Balme on board they now make well considered decisions. They were safe and solid for years, backing in an average list with holes a mile wide. Then they took a risk, gamble approach and came unstuck. Last off season along came Balme, they looked at their list and made considered decisions based on what they needed. They didn't take any risks, although any recruiting decision will always have an element of risk (not a gamble as you're suggesting) and got the players to strengthen their list. I think we've done similar the last 2 off seasons with Hibberd and Lever. Why the need to gamble, and why inferences of "alter Boys". It has nothing to do with what we are about now.

This looks pretty right 'Mach'. If we have lose Watts then this type of deal works for me...

You are forgetting the most important part of the formula '11'... If it benefits us it is spot on if it benefits another club it is plain wrong. In this case the Motlop compensation is an outrage..

At least Frawley had runs on the board. He was an AA and whether we chose to believe it or not, a quality KPD...

Can't agree here... Houli is a pretty decent kick (poor set shot), Martin has always been a long kick but only recently tidied up his use of the ball. Cotchin ok, Rance was Tommy Mac but has improved but still not his strength, Lever would have him covered here. I would think Hibberd and Lewis for a start would come near them, probably better. Trac is a good field kick who like Martin will get much better, goal kicking a bit hit and miss. Oliver when he kicks is a very good kick of the ball. It's not all doom & gloom 'Akum'

They're a lot smarter at the Tiges since Balme came on board. Looks like they're not going to make the same mistake twice. My guess is they are now keeping their ears to the ground and asking the hard questions they should've asked before. No harm in asking and doing your due diligence, even if the rumours are not true.

Same manager...

Crozier to the Dogs for pick 40. Think we wouldn't pay more for Balic...3rd or 4th rounder.