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Mate ... he takes out a kid in the ressies with a high shotWhat makes you say that? I’ve never been a fan, but that’s mainly because he’s always played bloody well against us.
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Mate ... he takes out a kid in the ressies with a high shotWhat makes you say that? I’ve never been a fan, but that’s mainly because he’s always played bloody well against us.
And he can't hang his hat on being a top 5 lock like some players do, not really ours ( I am thinking more like some ex Carlton players)The other thing with Peatling is that he’s a player of strong character and courage. The match winning defensive moments he’s had this year highlight that he’s a man for a crisis, and that intangible metric isn’t something they test for at draft combines.
I think Parker would want a pathway to coaching, probably helps to do that in Melbourne by doing a Melbourne club.What makes you say that? I’ve never been a fan, but that’s mainly because he’s always played bloody well against us.
I really dont like him either.Parker would be poison ..,, he’s a massive flog
Fair enough. But on the flip side, I don’t think a well run and successful club like Sydney make captaincy appointments lightly. Although Mills’ off season tomfoolery might suggest otherwise.I really dont like him either.
My very limited interactions with him left a bad impression
We chose TobyFair enough. But on the flip side, I don’t think a well run and successful club like Sydney make captaincy appointments lightly. Although Mills’ off season tomfoolery might suggest otherwise.
That article is wrong, Peatling isn't 25. I think they are referring to Pez but that offer is out of date now.Seems the 2021 mid season draft was the best since it was (re)introduced in 2018, and our pick of Peatling was reflective of this. Hopefully Peatling who was chosen 8th in the draft by us, re-signs - a link in an article states that we have made a 5 year offer?
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The 'sneaky draft': Mid-season crop that's risen above them all
The class of 2021 is the best mid-season draft intake since its re-introduction to the AFL landscape in 2018, writes Callum Twomeywww.afl.com.au
Yep our reported offers are Pez 6 years, 4 years Cumming, and Pearling 2 years.That article is wrong, Peatling isn't 25. I think they are referring to Pez but that offer is out of date now.
I actually think this is a pretty broad draft crop, with something for everyone - KPFs, KPDs, midfielders, small forwards and defenders. In fact, what is missing is probably the very top end midfielders - in the mid-draft there's probably good value on depth mids.With our position in the top 4 locked in, we are now guaranteed to have a pick between 13 and 18 (preferably pick 18). If Pez leaves, assuming band one compo, we will have two picks in the mid to late teens in the draft (and as usual will probably be pushed back a few spots). I'm not much of a draft watcher especially this early in the season but I have heard that this draft is mostly midfielders. At what point is it estimated that the quality 'drops off' in the draft and is there any point in us trying to move up the list or is it fine to stay where we are and take best available/best match. Also, is there any chance we try and poach a player from another club? I know that's not what we're known for and that we like going to the draft, but a first rounder or two is more than enough to bring a decent player over.
It's reported to be a very deep and even draft class .With our position in the top 4 locked in, we are now guaranteed to have a pick between 13 and 18 (preferably pick 18). If Pez leaves, assuming band one compo, we will have two picks in the mid to late teens in the draft (and as usual will probably be pushed back a few spots). I'm not much of a draft watcher especially this early in the season but I have heard that this draft is mostly midfielders. At what point is it estimated that the quality 'drops off' in the draft and is there any point in us trying to move up the list or is it fine to stay where we are and take best available/best match. Also, is there any chance we try and poach a player from another club? I know that's not what we're known for and that we like going to the draft, but a first rounder or two is more than enough to bring a decent player over.
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With Haynes Ward Pez coming either coming off the books or on reduced contracts (maybe one of Pez and cheese stays on more dollary doos) I can’t imagine how we are STILL struggling with cap.Not going to happen as Petracca will not come to us - but interesting comment about our funds being tied up and also positive acknowledgement about the brilliance of our social media, our premiership window and our culture
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Another team you can’t imagine would be in the sweepstakes. But where GWS could appeal is the culture its built virtually since entering the competition in 2012 — a culture that’s been revitalised under Adam Kingsley as one of the prime flag contenders. A super talented list that looks capable of contending for flags in the years to come, Petracca could also amplify his ever-growing social media brand with the Giants’ renowned social media content — widely seen as the AFL’s best. GWS is also reportedly hard capped with funds tied up to so many stars.
Current draft picks: 16, 36, 2025 first rounder, 2025 second rounder
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How every AFL club is placed to land Petracca... but great says there’s only one option
How every AFL club is placed to land Petracca as great identifies ‘only’ optionwww.foxsports.com.au
Always people to pay with who we've brought in. Gotta keep that spine.With Haynes Ward Pez coming either coming off the books or on reduced contracts (maybe one of Pez and cheese stays on more dollary doos) I can’t imagine how we are STILL struggling with cap.
Probably not enough for Petracca thoughWith Haynes Ward Pez coming either coming off the books or on reduced contracts (maybe one of Pez and cheese stays on more dollary doos) I can’t imagine how we are STILL struggling with cap.
Melbourne can pay part of thatProbably not enough for Petracca though
I had thought at the beginning of the year that we would get all 3…then revised it a couple of months ago to 2 (either Perryman/Cumming and Peatling). With the delays in signing and the $ offered by other clubs, maybe we will now just get 1 of these 3?No closer to any resignings for Peatling, Cumming and Perryman.
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Giants look to put dangerous Dogs on a leash
Adam Kingsley has targeted Bulldogs mids ahead of massive final round encounterwww.afl.com.au
The form of James Peatling had added further depth to the Giants midfield, but Kingsley concedes that along with Harry Perryman and Isaac Cumming, the club is no closer to tying him down to a new contract.
"You always have concerns. We're trying to encourage him to sign as quickly as possible. He's fielding offers from elsewhere, so we stay patient and keep our fingers crossed."
Or none…I had thought at the beginning of the year that we would get all 3…then revised it a couple of months ago to 2 (either Perryman/Cumming and Peatling). With the delays in signing and the $ offered by other clubs, maybe we will now just get 1 of these 3?![]()