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Jack Watts: Looks behind him when leading, cops one in the head and then proceeds to attempt chest marks on his next 3 marks, getting them all spoiled. Finally held one in the last in the hands. Unacceptable to be doing that in the AFL, especially when they are your bread and butter as a leading forward. Jeff Garlett: Shortest bloke on the field, repeatedly skips over bouncing ground balls in fear of being tackled. Under 10's stuff. Jordan Lewis: Loves the physical stuff, courageous in the air, but any time there's a ground ball to be won under pressure he looks like he's on ice skates and he gingerly chases it. Obviously doesn't want to hurt his media career by getting the bald spot exposed. 3 very skilled and important players but they are all guilty of having 'Pedersen' moments today and it's not the first time for any of them. How are we meant to set the standard to the young players if three experienced guys are afraid of contact? Goodwin's stated he wants to build from the contest out and these guys do not show that mentality.

11.45am: MORE DEMONS TO DROP? Melbourne coach Paul Roos has forecast more changes to his team on Friday afternoon in preparation for Sunday's clash against North Melbourne, reports Nathan Schmook. Small forward Jeff Garlett has been named after rolling his left ankle but remains under a cloud after walking laps at Friday's session. The Demons made a statement at selection by dropping leadership group member Colin Garland, with midfielder Angus Brayshaw also cut after one game back from a knee injury. Debutant Josh Wagner and defender Lynden Dunn are certain inclusions, but Roos said the tweaks would not stop there. "There's probably going to be one or two other changes before we turn up on Sunday," Roos said before the Demons trained at Gosch's Paddock. As well as Garlett, versatile tall Cameron Pedersen spent time training away from the main group on Friday. Speedy midfielder Billy Stretch would be considered a likely replacement for Garlett if the small forward was a late withdrawal. Stretch trained well on Friday, spending large blocks working with the midfield group. He was also sharp in front of goal at the session. Link here

3AW Melbourne ‏@3AW693 3m3 minutes ago .@melbournefc recruit Jeff Garlett will face court next month after failing to show up for today's appearance for drink-driving charges.