I'm not sure it's a 'stupid comment'.
At the end of the day - Dusty is a "professional AFL footballer".
In receipt of 1.2MIL per year, the AFL, RFC and associated supporters deserve professionalism at all times................
Of course this is not realistic - and Dusty might be a bit hit and miss at the moment - and he almost single handedly was the difference in 3 premierships - BUT - it's not a 'stupid comment'.
Reminds me of an interview with Mick Doohan once (words to effect):
Journalist: "Mick - you're home Grand Prix - the racing public on your shoulders - will you put an extra effort in?"
Doohan: "TBH what a disgusting question! I am a professional motorcycle racer. I race every circuit at 100% There is no such thing as 110% - it merely shows that some riders are at 90% and then they lift to 100% at their home Grand Prix! That's why I'm world champion and they aren't - because I am a professional and I ride at 100% in every race.
"next question?"