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AFLW 2024 - Round 4 - Chat, game threads, injury lists, team lineups and more.
Definitely has a touch of class about him, like Sinclair or Sidebottom.. prefer him than Travaglia who apart being fast and aggressive, don’t seem to have the skill set to become a gun mid..Ok no draft guru but have watched a few vids this kid has class written all over him
He is 1 touch (I get infuriated watching Jones bumble n stumble over the footy..) and hits targets
Not slow either - lots to like
Reid has no point of difference? ... kid has sensational vision and deft skills .... and a turn of pace when required
We are crying out for a bit of class
Wowe!! Those clips at the end.Jesus this is the first bit of footage I’ve seen of this kid.
He looks the most like Daicos & Sheezel out of anyone in this draft. Looks like the perfect mid to compliment Pou & Garcia. His step, composure, and decision making is elite.
If this kid tests well, I could see him pushing ahead of a few in the top 7
Jesus this is the first bit of footage I’ve seen of this kid.
He looks the most like Daicos & Sheezel out of anyone in this draft. Looks like the perfect mid to compliment Pou & Garcia. His step, composure, and decision making is elite.
If this kid tests well, I could see him pushing ahead of a few in the top 7
I agree, have liked the look of him since the champs.I love the way he plays. Sets players up to be in better positions too. He puts the ball out in front of teammates instead of dumping on them.
I never understood why he gets so much negativity. Langford too. Reid is a guy who has a super attractive style.
Clean hands on deck and to teammates is such an important trait. Just not sure whether or not he makes it as a genuine gun and I think I’d prefer to have a lash at either a beast or pace (preferably cover both at 7 and 8.Ok no draft guru but have watched a few vids this kid has class written all over him
He is 1 touch (I get infuriated watching Jones bumble n stumble over the footy..) and hits targets
Not slow either - lots to like
Smilie has all the talent in the world, but I’m leery of his work rate and kicking.That’s what I get when I watch him. He looks like a kid who is desperate to impress. He has real drive to be good. Smilie was the opposite in the champs. Seemed like a kid who thought he had nothing left to prove. I’ll take the player with the better drive over better talent when it’s a coin toss.
Yeah he and Langford are the two most appealing prospects to me in terms of where we’re drafting and comparison to others.I love the way he plays. Sets players up to be in better positions too. He puts the ball out in front of teammates instead of dumping on them.
I never understood why he gets so much negativity. Langford too. Reid is a guy who has a super attractive style.
I feel like when he gets a couple of AFL preseasons into that big body, he might be pretty epic.Smilie has all the talent in the world, but I’m leery of his work rate and kicking.
Yep, I’ve been saying this since we beat Carlton. We need to maximise return and get two for one because the gap between pick 8 and a teens pick is way smaller than it normally isObviously a fair bit to play out first, but if we keep Battle could we split our pick for two late first rounders?
If a team (eg. Richmond) is desperate to grab a Trainor or Harry Armstrong we could nab two exciting prospects (eg. Travaglia, Hotton, Lindsay, Hynes) for the price of one in an even draft.
Prefer Langford/Lalor + Hotton + Hynes. Think Hotton would be a good pickup.Yep, I’ve been saying this since we beat Carlton. We need to maximise return and get two for one because the gap between pick 8 and a teens pick is way smaller than it normally is
Hotton was once touted as a top 5 pick. Since we probably miss out on a top talent with battle compo, make up for it by taking a guy who would’ve been way higher if not for injury AND another first round talent - Hynes
Langford/Lalor + Hotton + Hynes vs Langford/Lalor + Trainor/Reid
I agree If we end up getting and using the 2 selections, I hope it’s Langford and Lalor(assuming Draper is gone). I’d be looking at trading up to get Dodson too if it’s possible. He’s chosen footy over basketball now and he is the best ruck prospect in years IMO.Prefer Langford/Lalor + Hotton + Hynes. Think Hotton would be a good pickup.
I love the way he plays. Sets players up to be in better positions too. He puts the ball out in front of teammates instead of dumping on them.
I never understood why he gets so much negativity. Langford too. Reid is a guy who has a super attractive style.
FWIW, I'll admit Reid is a good player. Let's just say he's not to my taste.Yeah he and Langford are the two most appealing prospects to me in terms of where we’re drafting and comparison to others.
Armstrong could go early too, hopefully Melbourne botch their pick. They’ve got a lot on their collective minds right now.Geez a lot is hanging on someone taking trainor. If north don’t take him we are in a bit of trouble
Only based on assumptions and power rankings. A lot will change in 2 months.Geez a lot is hanging on someone taking trainor. If north don’t take him we are in a bit of trouble
After watching Cripps drag the scum back into the game on Sunday I'm back onboard the Smilie train. I reckon he'd compliment what we already have & give us an intimidating inside duo with Scud in a few seasons time.Smilie has all the talent in the world, but I’m leery of his work rate and kicking.
I feel like when he gets a couple of AFL preseasons into that big body, he might be pretty epic.
And I think his kicking is fine and will get better with fitness, drilling, power and confidence.
Not 100% sure about it, but have that feeling.
Yep, I’ve been saying this since we beat Carlton. We need to maximise return and get two for one because the gap between pick 8 and a teens pick is way smaller than it normally is
Hotton was once touted as a top 5 pick. Since we probably miss out on a top talent with battle compo, make up for it by taking a guy who would’ve been way higher if not for injury AND another first round talent - Hynes
Langford/Lalor + Hotton + Hynes vs Langford/Lalor + Trainor/Reid