Every team at all times has to have a 23rd man and the reality is that a fit skipper has to come straight back.
No way would I drop the likes of Baker, Rioli, Castagna at this stage so I'd expect JRoss is our unlucky 23rd for now.
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R23 team changes v Brisbane
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Every team at all times has to have a 23rd man and the reality is that a fit skipper has to come straight back.
No way would I drop the likes of Baker, Rioli, Castagna at this stage so I'd expect JRoss is our unlucky 23rd for now.
It wont surprise me if the MC spring a surprise.
im not calling for these blokes to make way, but it conceivable that these blokes could make way in the next month (in order imo)
Ross, Chol, Caddy, Baker, Bellis, Bolton, Graham, Short, Soldo,
that's essentially the current front line of our fringe
then in the reserves, these blokes could conceivably come in (in order imo)
Kmac, Balta, CCJ, Towner, Menadue, Markov, Butler, Naish, Garthwaite
that's an entire starting 18 of fringe blokes, who could all play or miss out on a senior premiership.
our fringe is as broad and unruly as a Lismore lesbian's at open mike night.
which is why we deserve to be premiership favourites.
im not calling for these blokes to make way, but it conceivable that these blokes could make way in the next month (in order imo)
Ross, Chol, Caddy, Baker, Bellis, Bolton, Graham, Short, Soldo,
that's essentially the current front line of our fringe
then in the reserves, these blokes could conceivably come in (in order imo)
Kmac, Balta, CCJ, Towner, Menadue, Markov, Butler, Naish, Garthwaite
that's an entire starting 18 of fringe blokes, who could all play or miss out on a senior premiership.
our fringe is as broad and unruly as a Lismore lesbian's at open mike night.
which is why we deserve to be premiership favourites.
It’s time to make the obvious change........Chol out.........Coleman-Jones in.
Chol’s last three games,Total possessions 10. It just doesn’t cut the mustard.
Sure CCJ is not really ready in that he’ll be infinitely better next year, but sometimes you just have to bite the bullet.
Chol’s last three games,Total possessions 10. It just doesn’t cut the mustard.
Sure CCJ is not really ready in that he’ll be infinitely better next year, but sometimes you just have to bite the bullet.
Listening to the injury report update. Nank still out. Cotch will be in.
Believe now Chol might be dropped for Balta. Unsure who'll be out for Cotch, maybe Ross.
maybe Towns for someone else(not sure it will happen as I think we need to match them with speed). Will be interest to watch what the MC does
Believe now Chol might be dropped for Balta. Unsure who'll be out for Cotch, maybe Ross.
maybe Towns for someone else(not sure it will happen as I think we need to match them with speed). Will be interest to watch what the MC does
Agree
I reckon CCJ's marking would be invaluable, if he doesn't come in for Chol, Balta should.
ShEdwards was great down back through the 1st half of the year, and up until the last 4-6 weeks i thought he should move back. But his form over the last couple of months is as good as anytime in his career and then is no chance of him shifting back now.
Not sure why people will think Balta comes in for Chol?
The MC are not going to make drastic changes to the team.
We are in full finals mode. Only changes will be forced or to make way for Cotchin and Nank.
The MC are not going to make drastic changes to the team.
We are in full finals mode. Only changes will be forced or to make way for Cotchin and Nank.
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Chol is not going out - you don't get a stat for spoils or pressure acts and he scares the hell out of the 3rd tall defender.
He kicks straight and his tackles stick
Tackle - Pressure-Spoil that is all he needs to do.
He kicks straight and his tackles stick
Tackle - Pressure-Spoil that is all he needs to do.
I wouldn't consider Balta for Chol being a drastic change personally. Chol's form and lack of game time 49% and 53% will surely be a concern. Lack of efficient disposals 2,3,2 in last 3 games. Lack of marks, 3 in last 3 games (1 contested in last 6). Lack of scoring (1 goal and 0 goal assists) when playing forward. Lack of quality hitouts to advantage (2 in 10, 0 in 6, 1 in 6 in last 3 games).
I think it's been long overdue. CCJ or Balta has to come in. They can't do any worse and they've both been in good form in last few games, particularly CCJ.
Bringing in a better player can only be a bonus. Chol is getting very low numbers, hasn’t taken an overhead mark for 3 weeks and is getting monstered at the centre bounces. Can’t see how bringing in Balta is not a better option. Better than Chol in most facets of the game in fact
I can't see CCJ getting a call up. It's too risky at this late stage. He did ok in his only game v Essendon but the pressure in Round 23 and finals wont be anything like he is used to. He also doesnt bring the heat that Chol and Balta can bring (albeit he may be the best mark of the lot but will he have his timing right in the pressure cooker?)
So, for me, it's between Chol and Balta. If we choose Balta, he needs to come in this week as he needs to re-acclimatise to the pace of senior AFL footy before a final
So, for me, it's between Chol and Balta. If we choose Balta, he needs to come in this week as he needs to re-acclimatise to the pace of senior AFL footy before a final
Ross for Chimp is the only move we'll make I reckon. No hard feelings there as Ross still has a long way to go.
Wouldn't mind the Balta for Chol move either.
I think Balta is the better option. However the thing in Chol's favour is he is more orthodox. He is probably more predictable to his teammates. Nank would be ideal. Maybe CCJ is the better replacement if you are looking for a part time ruck and a tall marking target or dropping back.
Disagree. In CCJs only AFL game he had 35 pressure act points. That's a good number for a ruckman. Chol in his last 3 games had 36, 48 and 36 in arguably favourable conditions for pressure act stats. Undoubtedly the reason Chol is stil in is he's been reasonable defensively but I don't think you lose much of that with CCJ. CCJs last AFL game was in May and he has improved immensely since then at VFL level. CCJ has been the more consistent of he and Balta in the VFL last few weeks.
Chol is going to get beaten against a top Brisbane ruck duo. This is the game I'd see if CCJ has what it takes and to reward him for excellent performances at VFL level. Not much to lose changing Chol and he at this stage, a lot to potentially gain.
There have only been three previous matches between sides having won at least 8 in a row each.
| Year | Rd | Match | Consecutive |
| 2019 | 23 | Rich v Fitz | 8 & 9 |
| 2009 | 14 | St.K d. Geel | 13 & 13 |
| 1972 | SF | Carl drew Rich | 8 & 10 |
| 1898 | PF | Fitz d. Coll | 8 & 9 |
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