Roger Mellie

I like Weightman, but not at pick 8. There are reports the dogs will take him at 13, so if we want him, it has to be before then. My guess is if we split the pick with Freo, we'll take him at 10. If we don't split it we'll take him at 8 and miss out on Kemp, Serong or other top pick ?

The coincidental one against Richmond then zero. If we do jag one, it will be as the away team. Hello Sunday twilight graveyard shift to be shared with North, Saints (with a few cameos from the Dogs) and interstate teams.

I don't think anyone is questioning his talent, more his ability to get on the park. It's fairly common knowledge Gold Coast wanted him off the list and that we were happy to take him on, possibly given how Brayshaw came out the other side of his concussion issues. There was an article on the MFC site recently saying he intended doing a full preseason, so he may be back to full fitness. Whether or not he plays again is another thing, but I'm pretty sure everyone wishes him well and to be back on the park.

I think @adonski is referring to Devastating Boris on Big Footy. He seems to have solid sources/info (well he doesn't get shot down) but would appreciate feedback on his form from Big Footy lurkers. According to D Boris: Just some bits and pieces I heard yesterday. Sounds like we’re confident of potentially turning 3&8 into two top 10s and a 15-20, or just 3 into another top 10 and two future firsts. Haven’t got specifics, that’s just the talk. GWS desperate to get 3. Sounds like they want Jackson and Green. There is no scenario that Green is not matched. Suns could call him first and GWS would match, ignore the inevitable bluffing. We’re right into Young, Serong, Weightman & Gould. Ash and Kemp are looked at as contingencies apparently. 8 is most likely going on Weightman if we have it. Crows likely taking Flanders. Swans likely Serong or Young. Both crows and swans will nominate green (depending on GWS trades)

Might be a bit rusty too

hmmm..... footy training in socks and sandals Footy passion with fashion? The boys are looking in great shape, above the ankles.

He looks like a horrible kick, but wouldn't be the first ruckman to kick like a mule.

I've been trying to figure out who GWS are after - given the effort and manoeuvring. Whoever it is, I hope we get him! Their recent draft selections speak for themselves.

Yes, strange. Also comes with a guarantee of posting a commercial loss.

They have backpacks with them and I daresay chuck them in there when the rough stuff starts. They also change from runners to boots etc. as required.

Most time their runs

Whole lotta TOOL TOOLS

I'd like to take him if we can grab him. If we're able to reach 2018 form, he might discover a desire to succeed to match his talent. If not, I'm all for driving up his price as high as possible with threats to take him in the the PSD. The more Carlton have to fork out the better.

I think Weightman will make the grade and be a solid to good player, but pretty sure I would cringe if we take him and Kemp's still sitting there.

Agree, I was on the same flight as Brisbane last year. Was amazed how puny Lewis Taylor was. The there was Stefan the Giant

Also carried a knee injury for at least the second half of the season, so full preseason and fitness might see big inroads.

Wont they need their 2020 first rounder for yet another academy player?

Big Pass. I wonder if the crows would welcome him with open arms given the number of players headed out the door.

I think it’s naive to think every draftee should be afl ready. I only saw his televised games and it clearly showed he wasn’t even vfl ready. He slowly improved through the year and clearly showed glimpses of talent- speed, tackling ability and most importantly, a desire to succeed. If he works hard, he’ll continue to improve so way too early to write him off. Like many players, he’ll be a slower developer and may need to again adapt to afl level, but may hit the grade in two years if we have that time luxury.

IMO the less we have to deal with Freo, the better. I’d like to get the Langdon deal done and not have to put up with any of their [censored]. Their St Kilda demands are pathetic. They did a similar thing to us last year as what Saints are doing to them with their early pick. Total hypocrisy

Yes, I was going to put a qualifier in there about dealing with Freo, but Mahoney sounded fairly positive as opposed to last year when his frustration was more than apparent, given Bell's antics.

Also discussions for trade going well ?

Langdon has officially nominated MFC - Phew! From Josh Mahoney

If he was at the pie B&F last night, I hope he was hungover, reeked of booze and parked a pavement pizza in Fagan's office.

Sometimes you just have to reduce things down to tin tacks: MFC List: In: Tomlinson Out JFK Draft picks - nil