I still cant see him sliding past GC. They are screaming out for a Key Back.
I still cant see him sliding past GC. They are screaming out for a Key Back.
I still cant see him sliding past GC. They are screaming out for a Key Back.
I'm a fan of Rachele, his upside has me thinking of a Butters/Simpkin type role player, his kicking skills are sublime and he comes across as a big game player. His record extending back to under 16s has been as good as any & I'm confident he'll be one of those guys who rises to the challenge of AFL football.Bully you bring so much richness to this discussion and do so with good grace and respect. Rise above the boorish and petulant.
I wanted 5 top 30 picks in this draft from the outset. We have an amazing draft hand. No need to upgrade any of our picks unless we are made an offer too good to refuse!
Genius for our first 2 picks and I really think we need to pull the trigger with Rochelle Rochelle with our first. Despite my strong preference for mids, also beginning to warm to Andrew. For a big fella, he seems to make the amazing seem pedestrian.
So many options.....
What is your opinion KK? You've spent the last month promoting Johnson (which has my full support) yet poo poo my advocacy of that very player?Couldn't just let it go could you.
No you don't chortle or snigger at others I'll give you that, however, you do argue often in an irrational way when trying to promote your opinion at the expense of others.
You sure as hell ain't going to change mine opinion so not sure why you bother.
pick 9 - Matthew Johnson
pick 11 - Josh Rachele (Richmond trades pick 17 & 28)
pick 29 - mid slider
pick 30 - Charlie Dean (a slight reach but ok for us)
DFA - Jake Schlensog
He's more Astbury than Rance if we're sizing up playing styles, I think Schlensog provides a bit more offensive drive so grabbing both would be a nice blend, the latter we can stitch up as a DFA. I think Bazzo & Dean are comparable but Dean has the senior exposure and the extra development time, I think I prefer players who can speed up the conveyer belt if we're talking about worst case scenarios. Don't need to remind people of the enormous success rate with Fothergill-Round medalists, he's an excellent pick with our last selection, wherever that may land.Has good hands, excellent foot skills and strong one on one but do you feel Bully that Dean doesn't seem to give much offensive run, rarely see him running out of the backline taking bounces, link up etc. Not a big deal, just curious to hear your thoughts on him . Can also be swung forward, has played there before.
I doubt pick 15 will be traded… it’ll be next years 1st rounder with Pick7(9) for Callaghan if we do go that wayWhat is your opinion KK? You've spent the last month promoting Johnson (which has my full support) yet poo poo my advocacy of that very player?
Are you onboard with trading pick 15 for Hobbs or not?
If we do that then I would be encouraging a swap of pick 13 & 15, that probably puts us in a sweet spot to collect the slider out of Rachele, Goater & Sonsie.I doubt pick 15 will be traded… it’ll be next years 1st rounder with Pick7(9) for Callaghan if we do go that way
I’m not a fan of Hobbs, would rather Johnson at our pick 7(9).
get Sinn at pick 15(17) , if he’s gone then Goater., if he’s gone too then Roberts.
fingers crossed Taylor is there at our late 20s picks.
Used to be a big Short fan, but at this point in time, I'd take the pick.What would you prefer - pick 8 next year or Short?
Indeed and as Ive said before we all see thing in varying ways.Bullus is clearly passionate about the draft and makes this thread a lot more interesting as a result of his posts.
Lay off it. While you might not agree with his opinions or finally his priorities, no one makes more sense or provides us with a better researched opinion.WTF are u on about? Be interesting to see how much sense you’re making in 4 weeks time.
That's been my position from a long way out. It's locked. I still think Mac Andrew and GWS at pick 2, 3or 4 is real as well.I still cant see him sliding past GC. They are screaming out for a Key Back.
Has good hands, excellent foot skills and strong one on one but do you feel Bully that Dean doesn't seem to give much offensive run, rarely see him running out of the backline taking bounces, link up etc. Not a big deal, just curious to hear your thoughts on him . Can also be swung forward, has played there before.
I think his height may work against him, he's in that range that usually means you require one outstanding weapon, accumulation not quite enough to elevate him to a best 22 position. He is a very hard worker defensively so maybe a club will take a punt with a view to making him a defensive forward. I reckon he's a late rookie selection, ideal for a team wanting a small midfielder/forward.It's great reading your thoughts Bullus. I was wondering your opinion on Baynen Lowe. He was runner up best and fariest with the Tassie Devils this year and he always racks up a heap of possessions and uses it well. He never seems to get a mention as a potential draftee though. Do you think it is just his size and lack of potential upside that counts against him?
I'm talking about him being our 5th slection if we go down that route, the number largely irrelevant. If we cut a deal with the picks in the twenties then by all means grab a junk pick and stitch him up but there's also a chance he gets taken in the 40s. If we want a tall defender and only one this year, then just grab Schlensog as a DFA. At least he comes cheaper and seemingly has a bit more versatility. But I like Dean and despite the lack of run his closing speed is good and he's a very nice height with excellent kicking skills. Nice plug and play option.At 30, not for me. You don't take average VFL backs that high. After 50 or rookie.
I'm talking about him being our 5th slection if we go down that route, the number largely irrelevant. If we cut a deal with the picks in the twenties then by all means grab a junk pick and stitch him up but there's also a chance he gets taken in the 40s. If we want a tall defender and only one this year, then just grab Schlensog as a DFA. At least he comes cheaper and seemingly has a bit more versatility. But I like Dean and despite the lack of run his closing speed is good and he's a very nice height with excellent kicking skills. Nice plug and play option.
I am really starting to warm up to Rachelle. Could be very much the surprise packet of this draft. If he can hit the midfield more often than not then he could be a very good player.I'm a fan of Rachele, his upside has me thinking of a Butters/Simpkin type role player, his kicking skills are sublime and he comes across as a big game player. His record extending back to under 16s has been as good as any & I'm confident he'll be one of those guys who rises to the challenge of AFL football.
Is it possible to get Johnson, Rachele, Goater & Taylor/Butler? I'd certainly be trying, three from this list will be a slam dunk for the RFC and will set us up for a decade. It won't be easy of course but I see possibilities at pick 19 & pick 9 & believe we can cut a deal with a bit of poker face. Grab pick 19 and tell the Saints we're hot for Owens, that may throw the cat amongst the pigeons.