Agreed. Dow, as I commented on his junior highlights, reminds me of Sheds: speed of football brain; sharp movement; quick hands and very creative. An instinctive, gifted, natural player.
Enjoyed this B game overall because it demonstrated our good depth still. CCJ strong, Biggy may be better than I expected. Surprised by how beanstalk Sampson looked - he makes McBean look powerful - doubt he will make it unless he really develops from a serious gym program; as such wonder about his selection.
The great news from this game is that MRJ looked really promising - what a surprise with those genes! Quite aggressive for his size and age; but he's got that stocky build of his father. Strong on tackling, quick footy brain and instincts; sharp skills and goal-sense. Just a kid atm too.
Mansell looked OK but I hope we haven't gone too early on him. Liked what I saw of Josh Green because he has that bigger body we are looking for in the mids and is fierce in the contest. Can take a mark and kick a goal too. Surely we must be looking seriously at him.
Egg is the other mystery. He is an elite boot; a very valuable asset to bring the ball from defence avoiding turnovers. Sure, gets into trouble at times trying to do too much but that can be worked on. With letting Markov go and Bachar on his last legs (literally), I think it's just silly to not find a list spot for him. They must rate Ralphsmith higher although I think he will be a future winger myself.
But that blond leftie who played in defence looked really good too - superb kick too - whoever he is. Saw those signs of improvement from Miller too.
Galluci - no IMHO.