If only he kicked like him
Player Watch #34: Jackson Archer - BFNAAK - re-signed until end of 2026 - rd21 AFL RS nominee
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He had a nice couple moments under pressure and showed a handy sidestep or two from memory and linked up a few nice chains as well. Really liking what he's putting out for us atm, shame about his knock today.
More to like every time he plays. Showing a lot of traits that weren't really on display prior to his AFL stint, it's remarkable how quickly he's developed real smarts in the clinches, just looks better the higher the standard is. That little workaround he did with Harry Sheezel where they both handballed it back and forth to clear the area was something you'd expect from a couple of 200 gamers, looking forward to seeing how the two of them work together for years to come. Add that stuff to his ****ing loathing of ever being beaten, training like a madman, and his ability to run and cover the ground, and this guy is a massive find with a nothing draft pick. Will be the engine of our recovery.
I would say give him #11 but #34 suits him just fine.
I would say give him #11 but #34 suits him just fine.
Afl app said subbed out tactically. Was it or was it concussion?
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Concussed.
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I thought he passed the test and came on the ground for a bit before being subbed
I think we've got a real player on our hands. When you're at the game you really notice how good he is at getting to the right position defensively, just lacks the physical strength at the moment to hold that position. When he fills out he's going to be quite formidable.
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He will be a good defender for 10 years for us. Went too hard in pre season and ****ed his groin. He's got the steal and heart of a shinboner
LMAC gets outdone by any one he plays on. He is totally devoid of confidence. He is cooked!
The funny thing his replacement looked more concussed than he did.
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Will not die wondering if he’s put the work in…
Could be a great defender. Will come a point where he’s not just the toughest and most committed on the field - he’ll also be stronger and able to cover more ground. Sort of guy that everyone wants to play with.
Well… maybe not Bmac
Well… maybe not Bmac
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Also gives much needed depth in the Steve Smith lookalike category.
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Good genes, puts on size pretty easily. If he can keep his running power and tidy the kicking a little he could be a pretty useful lockdown defender. He's good at winning and halving contests.
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Archer, Goater and Bergman in the backline - yes please.
Hope they all get experience in playing down back together
Hope they all get experience in playing down back together
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Bodytype he's actually more gifted than Glenn. Taller, longer limbed, leaner with more pronounced development at same age.
Unfortunately football isn't CrossFit so there's a bit more to it though.
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Out on a limb;
" will make it "
His double efforts at the contest is so good to see
LMac, Fisher, Sheezel, Goater, Bergman, Archer & Hardeman fighting over 3/4 spots. All six backline spots are up for grabs.
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The thing I like about this is only Sheezel is a walk up start. For all of Luke's experience I don't think he should be an automatic selection (even thought he probably will be) he makes us so much slower coming out of defence, plenty of opportunities for the younger players:
Sheezel
Fisher / McDonald
Bergman / Goater / Hardeman
Archer
Thought he also improved his kicking a lot this year. I do remember one really poor kick but besides that hid efficiency was generally around 78%
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Agree with this - he showed clear signs of developing from 'stopper' (and that's all he did) to a more rounded footballer with some run
One play he made in his debut game, or maybe his 2nd or 3rd game convinced me. There was a hardball to be won on the defensive side of the wing. He slid into the contest, hard and low, without taking out his opponent's feet, won the footy and got it out to a teammate. Like father like son. That sort of manic ferocity at the contest should translate to form on field before too much longer.Out on a limb;
" will make it "
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Won’t make it …
Too many in front of him now … one trick position back pocket player in this day & age with a crap kick …
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