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Agree with that assessment. I am getting a little concerned about Jefferson’s lack of intensity I realise he’s not Tom Hawkins but I would like to see some more marks at this level. I think my fear is that he could be the second coming of The Weed. Having BB and TMac in the F50 didn’t help yesterday I guess. The only ones you could really consider for promotion after that game were Disco, Harmes and Dunstan. Not giving up on young fellas as we have seen the likes of McVee turn it around fast. Still a lot of improvement required from the others including Howes and Woey before they get a call up.

Any Docker loss is something to celebrate Thought the doggies were good tonight starting to build some momentum

Not sure what that means ? I know Will Verrall hasn't got going yet but I still think he has plenty to offer in the role of tall who can ruck and play a bit forward. I'm hoping he can show some real promise in the second half of the year at Casey.

No doubt they will but I'd still hope we are in his ear. Think we wanted to keep LJ too, but we all know what happened there - and yes, I know there were different factors at play with LJ.

I'd be keen to get his take on who of the young boys at Casey is most likely to take the next big step (as he has now) to AFL football

OOC in 2024 and apparently a few clubs interested in him. I hope we are one of them - really agile, great leap, excellent set of hands and a decent kick. Every game I've seen him play been impressed by what he brings.

Can you sit next to our good friend Roost it far and hold his hand tightly

Great news - thanks for staying true to the red & blue Trent

Doubt May would be considered - Rivers perhaps with Piggy missing

Don't lower yourself to loving Hodge's ramblings you're better than that.

might be that if you start on the boundary there is only one direction you can move - start in the middle you can go two ways

yep, same thing crossed my mind too.

You could be right - both look like they are enjoying a few too many burgers atm if you ask me

Curious - Have you watched the Casey games or just going of possession stats or other posters comments? Howes atm is capable as a receiver and in space, but I haven't seen much in the way of winning a contested ball. That may come but until he offers a more physical presence or ability to regularly win his own footy, I can't think of anyone from the weekend that he represents an upgrade on. Who makes way for him and why? I've been on the fence with Laurie so far and had my doubts, but I do recall a game at Geelong last year where he was very clean on a very wet track - he might be considered this week if we needed to rest a small. JVR from memory was good that game too.

I don't waste my time with that usually - but thanks From my limited experience of the game day thread few if any comments tend to age well

I think both teams were kicking at less than 50% efficiency in the first half. There was a fair bit of heat around the ball which was certainly contributing. Listening to TMac after the game he confirmed as much. Gus did have one or two moments but overall, I thought he was one of our best players. Surprised if there are people potting him here.

I watched the Ess v GWS mini match replay on the AFL website. Very underwhelming - if either of those teams make finals I would be astonished.

You obviously don't rate JV's contribution to the team. Without wanting to argue the point because it seems your mind is already made up. However, I think it would be good for you watch again some of our finals victories in recent years and pay close attention to Viney's role. When our team plays its best football, it is usually when Viney sets the standard for uncompromising attack at the football and opposition players. Not sure how much footy you have played yourself, but I'd be amazed if our entire squad was not inspired by Jack's courage. He is not silky like Fritta, he is not lightening quick like Kozzy, he doesn't run like Langdon - BUT I am confident what he does offer would ensure that he is one of the first names picked particularly when it's a big stage and a game we have to win. Again, I'm not wanting to debate the point but encourage you to revisit some of those big games.

I've watched all Casey games so far - Matt Jefferson is a long way off being ready for AFL football. Not saying he doesn't have potential, but still a lot of work to do - I'd expect he will play at Casey all season just like JVR. He is a long way behind JVR from a physical standpoint at the same time.

Possible - he is probably the closest proxy for BBB we have on the list Seemed to be going ok before being concussed at Casey. Doesn't bring the physical presence of either JVR, Petty or even TMac IMO.

Fair point - I'm trying to be fair re Brown. He does offer a tall target and when he gets his chance he normally executes well (accuracy). However, when the ball is on the ground, he is extremely limited, he can't stick a tackle and isn't great at chasing. For a big fella he is very easily pushed off the ball by opposition defenders. He is well behind all of Petty, JVR and Tmac in those areas of the game.

IMO and based on recent exposed form our best options for tall forwards are Petty and JVR. Tmac apparently played well at Casey so maybe he comes back to join JVR in attack and allow Petty to go back if the opposition warrants that move. While we have May and Lever together the need for Petty in the back six is questionable. Petty is a great addition to our F50 work because he competes in the air and on the ground and provides a strong physical presence. I remain doubtful about BBB as a permanent fixture in the team. His inability to take contested marks is a real problem and when the ball is on the ground he is without doubt our weakest link in terms of applying pressure.

JVR is a very competitive young man - he gives himself every chance of being a 200+ gamer.

The Giants were always going to take a very long time to build a supporter base (if ever). The reality is that the Swans leverage off a significant number of interstaters that have relocated to Sydney. These people have adopted them as their team - they probably still retain an interest in their original teams that are Melbourne/Perth/Adelaide based but they now follow the Swans. Not that hard for most as they are usually very competitive. The majority of these people live in the inner Suburban ring of Sydney, East, Inner West, North shore. I'd say a small % would be outer west. This is the swans great advantage over GWS. Junior football comps for AFL are not uncommon in these suburbs but rugby league is the main focus outside soccer when you move further west.

Needs to revisit that third quarter of the GF if you ask me - more about Trac, Clarry and Viney than Luke. Not saying he isn't a real talent as I believe he is - BUT it was our midfielders that did the damage in the GF.