Davos

Man, that's polished.

Today is a great day. Saved from ourselves. Go Dees.

See ya Bucks.

Sounds like the AFL might save us from ourselves. Here's to hoping!

That's how I read it, too. Those treating this as a fait accompli are well off the mark (thankfully).

If true, it seems that this role (defensive midfielder) has been identified as a major weakness in our side. We chased Peatling last year, who would have filled a similar void.

Haven't seen him feature in a top 30 yet. If we want him, we should be able to draft him outright.

You are fighting the right battle Roost, and will be proven correct in time (assuming Buckley is the man). Cult of personality doesn't win flags.

The Kelly/Bartel combination is going to hit different. Geelong boys reunitied.

I think his work last year could be perceived as manipulative and driven by ego, whereas Clarry appears (from the outside, anyway) to be a bit immature and has been working through a tough period in his life. His story is more relatable for many supporters, who can also see one of the great redemption arcs on the horizon if he can get back to form.

Strangely, I reckon authenticity is a large part of why fans are more willing to forgive Clarry's foibles over Petracca's. Would Trac ever get a reception like Clary received after his goal vs Sydney this year? I doubt it. I find the difference in the perception of both players fascinating, considering the contribution they've both made to the club over the past decade.

Yes.

Butters to the Dees. Huge

See C.Salem. I assume his DE is quite high, but his 25-30 disposal games are far less damaging than those you listed with lower DE.

Believe they wrongly paid the Kozzy one as a trip, not a dangerous tackle. Nothing to do with consistency, just a woeful decision.