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I reckon the umpires will go the other way with him, and be more cautious about throwing votes his way after last year's result.
Think Judd and Swan in 2010 and 2011.
I think last year they gave him votes to somewhat make up for 2022 and losing to Cripps who should've been ineligible.
I agree this year they'll go the other way, though I still find it a bit bizzare how poorly the other Brisbane midfielders seem to poll.
I'd like to see Bont win one personally. I do think Cripps is probably ahead though; will be interesting to see how he polls to end the season with Carlton's current form.