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The umpires called them out to play on for short kicks. They were used to generally getting away with them. It surprised them, they couldn't control the tempo and weren't ready to play on. Thankfully the umps didn't give them too much leeway with throws etc.

Choco was rather coy about what he whispered to Petracca; it sounded a bit like he was appealing to Petracca's ego. It worked!! As you say he got the first clearance. Then he looked unstoppable. The next time we saw a close up of him (for a fraction of a second somewhere in the 2 Fritsch, Brown and Brayshaw goals sequence) he wore a fierce expression. He didn't look satisfied with that handful of goals. Then he went on a rampage. Just shows what having coaches on the bench can do. It is unlikely Choco's message coming thru headphones would have had the same affect.

I would need to check the replay but iirc after Bontempelli kicked his third goal in the 3rd qtr (and celebrated it as if the NSM and the premiership were his) I think he went to the bench. It coincided roughly with Petracca coming back on (Choco had whispered motivational words in his ear) so they were under prepared for the CB's that followed. Petracca and co did the rest.

Re their attempts to control the tempo. The umpires consistently applied the 15m rule which thwarted their attempts to control the tempo. When called to 'play-on' it stopped the bulldogs in their tracks, confusing them into a turnover and threw their ball movement out of whack. Played right into our hands. An indirect way of good umpiring helping us.

I'd put the move into the 'beg forgiveness rather than ask permission' category. Can't imagine the AFL would sully the fairytale with a public rap over the knuckles At worst it would be a fine. I would have given JJ a run and worry about the AFL

Nice gesture by Harmes trying to get JJ on the field for the last 5 minutes. harmes-sacrifice "Harmsey was trying to have a little cramp there just so I could get on at the end," Jordon said.

Based on this Jackson isn't going 'Home' or anywhere else as some have feared. "I've thought about [my season] quite a bit. To be able to play more ruck this year and be able to help Maxy out has definitely helped my game. Hopefully we'll keep doing it as the seasons go on. I've just loved my time this year," Jackson said. he-s-unreal-how-father-figure-max-shaped-rising-star-s-game Wouldn't be surprised if he signs a contract extension during the off-season.

Can't find the video. Jonathan Brown was glowing of the courage Brayshaw showed in his diving mark. Brown was one of the most courageous to don footy boots. He could pay no greater compliment than praise courage. Helps explain why his teammates voted him the 'most courageous'

What a wonderful post. A moving tribute to so many. A credit to you, 'Layzie'. 🥂 Thank you for the lovely words about myself: @Premiers Please never ever change, I hope your name is the only thing you change come to think of it. I have so much respect for you on these boards and think you offer a hell of a lot. We love you, that's all I have to say right there. I will change my name back to 'Lucifer's Hero' but only allowed one change a month so 'Premiers' will have to stay a while. Oh, and Jayden will be back as my avatar.

Luv you, od.

This did not age well. 21.14.140

Next stop: MCG to unfurl the 🎏

Awesome. His expression at the start of the third said: i'm not having this sh-t. Let's go boys! Brayshaw and Oliver went with him then everyone hopped on their backs and away they went. Norm Smiths Curse is now history!!

Please don't.

Wooohooo! One for the true believers!! All hail CP5!!

I take my hat off to you. On DL since 2013 and managed such restraint to never post. Your maiden post today is a beauty. Thank you. I literally laughed out loud. Very welcome laughter it was, a temporary stay of tears of the many heartfelt posts on here.

Shattered 😭☹️

First Goal: Kozzie Norm Smith: Viney. His 150th game. Born for finals. He will make this GF his. Most Goals: BBB Winning Margin: 28pts but hopefully a big enough lead at 3/4 time to quell any nerves

Ditto. Due yesterday. Fortunately mine are to be gifts so hopefully arrive in time to give to other dee fans.

LOL!! It looks like @bingersand a few others were hanging out for the clock to strike midnight to start this thread! This will be the 'Mother' of all game day threads. Win or lose we will all probably shed a tear or two. At least we know that out in lockdown land, there are tens of thousands of others doing the same. Enjoy whatever the day and night brings, fellow demon lovers!

I thought it was a bit condescending, given it is their stringent border controls that are keeping us from being at Optus. Ok keep us fans out but gee not make a quarantine allowance for the likes of Barassi and a few others of the '64 team like they do for their mining and tv magnates. Double standards. Best they just watch the game.

Fantastic! Best In Show by far. LOL. I did expect to see some of the 750m of ribbon adorning your bantams🙃🙂

Part of me agrees. My avatar says Noooooooooooo!!

That, the demons being favourite on most tipping boards and that apparently we are getting most of the media attention plays right into Bevo's "us against the world" mantra he has adopted for the finals. The mantra will be galvanising but I doubt it will get them over the line. They don't look united or menacing enough.

I can't see the article but am guessing it is very similar to this: melbourne-demons-list-build-analysis-drafts-trade-and-free-agency with a bit more about Taylor's and maybe Lamb's role in the process who also deserves quite a bit of credit.