AFL Player #27: Mason Redman 🐕

[Lore]

Contract Status: Free Agent 2028
My Boy Draft 2024: Pick 24, ghostdog

 

[TheUnicorn]

Another (along with Andy McGrath) that needs to be spoken about as a genuine All Australian (squad) chance after another dominant game.

Ridley, McGrath and Redman all looking elite at the moment!

 

[Yoda_]

Ridley, McGrath and Redman all looking elite at the moment!

Just posted in the AA thread on the main board that I don't expect these 4 to be in the final team but all should b in the conversation for the squad. Genuinely all could be elite

 

[blitzer]

I thought he was our best last night. His disposal and run and carry was elite and he was very solid defensively.
For mine his good games sit comfortably with the best HBF's in the league. The challenge for him is to elevate his down games to a better level - because he does throw them in now and again.

What has surprised me about him this season in general is him showing his ability to play on taller guys - which I hadn't really seen from him. Its really positive to be able to build more versatility into your defense because ideally you rock up with the same backline each game and they are just versatile enough to handle different forward dynamics without switching players in and out all the time.

 

[jmoo wan]

He’s the goal-kicking half back man we so desperate needed

 

[Foxx]

I think he'll leave us at the end of the year.

 

[BrunoV]

Just posted in the AA thread on the main board that I don't expect these 4 to be in the final team but all should b in the conversation for the squad. Genuinely all could be elite

All are elite.

The last 35 to 60 games from Redman and Ridley have been as good as anyone (can't remember when Redman last struggled whether it was 2020 or 2021).

Ridley hasn't been getting the freedom of players like Lever (who needs the freedom to be good) or Stewart (who can do it all anyway) so there will be an extended lag period on wider recognition.

McGrath has simply picked up where he left off last time he played as a small defender.

 

[Pweter]

I think he'll leave us at the end of the year.

Because?

I think for the first time in a long time we're in a position to look attractive from a player retention perspective. Nobody is saying we've got a complete list but we've got a list that has significant scope for improvement and a coach who seems to be instilling a strong culture and mindset within the group.

Of course the wheels could fall off in the 2nd half of the year and not for the first time, but so far so good.

 

[Vindicater]

I think he'll leave us at the end of the year.

Where do you think he heads?

 

[Foxx]

Where do you think he heads?

Not sure.

He spoke about how he liked the idea of player movement. Even went as far as saying players moving mid season would be good.
He hasn't signed yet. And will be getting good offers. I think us keeping him is 50/50.

 

[Lore]

Not sure.

He spoke about how he liked the idea of player movement. Even went as far as saying players moving mid season would be good.
He hasn't signed yet. And will be getting good offers. I think us keeping him is 50/50.

Did you listen to his whole interview or just the bit where he was asked about the future of FA?

 

[Mr Bultitude]

I think he'll leave us at the end of the year.

Really hope that's not the case. My favourite right now, plays with so much passion and for the jumper.

 

[VelvetSledge]

I doubt he goes anywhere honestly

 

[ant555]

Did you listen to his whole interview or just the bit where he was asked about the future of FA?

Clearly the bit about FA

 

[Call Me Cake]

His ability to take the game on and link up play up the ground was amazing to see in the later stages of the game when we needed someome to stand up and show the boys that the game was theirs to take.

He is capable of the rare brainfade, but the only reason we even notice them is because he's very consistent for the majority of the time. I love his ask questions later attitude and the confidence he has in his skills, and I hope that continues to rub off on the rest of the group.

You get the feeling the boys feel more comfortable doing their part when they know Redman is going to do his.

 

[bennyg12]

I think he stays 100%

 

[Milanista28]

My dad thinks when he kicks a point he should celebrate but with only 1 finger.

 

[Vindicater]

Not sure.

He spoke about how he liked the idea of player movement. Even went as far as saying players moving mid season would be good.
He hasn't signed yet. And will be getting good offers. I think us keeping him is 50/50.

He was asked about the future of player movements as a league, not his own plans.

 

[Foxx]

Did you listen to his whole interview or just the bit where he was asked about the future of FA?

Thats why I said 50/50

He was asked about the future of player movements as a league, not his own plans.

I know, but it gave an insight of his personal feelings about it.
I add it all up, and it gives me the feeling he is a 50/50 chance of leaving.

He's aggressively pro player movement.
He's a free agent.
He'd be getting good offers.
This contract will be the biggest of his career.

I think the contract we offer will determine if he stays or goes.

 

[cAsEy_18]

Thats why I said 50/50
I know, but it gave an insight of his personal feelings about it.
I add it all up, and it gives me the feeling he is a 50/50 chance of leaving.

He's aggressively pro player movement.
He's a free agent.
He'd be getting good offers.
This contract will be the biggest of his career.

I think the contract we offer will determine if he stays or goes.

Perhaps, but I'd be shocked if 98% of the players didn't also agree with the sentiment.

 

[Foxx]

Perhaps, but I'd be shocked if 98% of the players didn't also agree with the sentiment.

I hope we are not at the point where most players want mid season trades

 

[cAsEy_18]

I hope we are not at the point where most players want in-season trades

Any shape or form it takes, the majority of players are going to be in favour of any path that allows for greater movement and flexibility (Subject to players not being able to be traded against their wishes).

 

[Foxx]

Any shape or form it takes, the majority of players are going to be in favour of any path that allows for greater movement and flexibility (Subject to players not being able to be traded against their wishes).

Yes that's the way it's going. Shame for supporter club feels.

 

[DallasCrane316]

On the couch - Jon Ralph said that Crows have offered him a big contract. Around the $700-$800k a year range or so.

Said that Redman has gone from not contemplating a move, to having a big decision in front of him.

We haven’t made an offer yet apparently??

 

[bennyg12]

800k is a lot for a half back flanker

 

[TheUnicorn]

Redman is easily in our top 3 best players we can't afford to lose him.