Player Watch #46: Ben Miller - Re-Signed Until 2026

[rammbo]

Looks good in the ruck

 

[Muddiemoose]

Looks good in the ruck

Took a nice grab up forward as well, absolutely shanked the kick but will give him a pass for that

genuine utility

 

[Jozzy]

I really want to be respectful, Miller seems like a genuinely nice and well respected lad.

He’s a wonderful size, quite versatile and has good athletic traits. I’m still not sure if he has the intensity or stand out traits to become a best twenty two player for a club wanting to play finals.

I do appreciate that to be a good side it’s important that you have these no fuss players who can come in, fill holes and do what’s asked if them. There’s no shame in being a squad player, I’d happily still give him a new contract too. I just believe that his level may be as option to play 5-10 games a season but probably not when everyone's fit and avalaible.

 

[tiger_tough]

Our best option for 2nd ruck. Liked his game.

 

[Tiger84]

First time I have seen him live tonight bloke just does not panic under pressure clean below the knees and quick for a big bloke happy to have him down back or as a second ruck. Still a lot of un tapped potential there

 

[living_in_syd]

Hes pretty versatile like balta

 

[Infamy]

He's a great 2nd ruck option as he's versatile enough to fill a few other holes while other players are on the bench resting
As much as I like Soldo, he's a bit one dimensional, it could be tough for him to knock Miller out of the position now

 

[A Tiger 4 lyf]

Think he’s doing alright as a backup ruck & around the ground

I’d be shocked if soldo was preferred for the elimination final


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[Marcel Proust]

Soldo settles into the role as vfl ruck..

Hopefully biggie puts pressure on miller next season.

Miller done enough to stay on the list a couple years..

 

[tropicaltiger]

still running around a bit with that "deer in the headlights" look
but getting more confident every nice possession.
the fist over the boundary line and that shank kick were a bit cringey
but half a dozen very good moments as well. has a bit of toe for a big unit.

 

[sante]

Better then Balta

 

[Charlie Pannam]

Versatility
Speed
Athleticism
Disposal

Keep playing him

 

[TigFan1966]

Versatility
Speed
Athleticism
Disposal

Keep playing him

Yeah, between him and Soldo it's a no contest.

 

[spackler]

Versatility
Speed
Athleticism
Disposal

Keep playing him

Add footy smarts and composure to the list.
He’s got a solid head on him- seems very calm under heat.

 

[energyquant]

Very good field kick. Not so much up forward. I've liked this guy for a while now, he's doing everything you can ask at this stage.

 

[DM#4]

He has definitely looked more comfortable in the 2nd Ruck role. For a big lad with under 10 games, he has been great for us in the last couple weeks!

 

[tony__montana]

Coming along really well. Looks great in that second ruck role

 

[Spluff]

Could be a real weapon as a backup ruck. Has elite disposal, athleticism, and his run of 20-30 touch games in the VFL indicates he can find the ball.

Interestingly, he got a perfect score in the draft combine goalkicking test. I'm going to write off his attempt on goal as an abberation...

 

[Tiger_Of_Old]

Think we've stumbled onto the 2nd ruck solution.
So happy for him.
CJs gift of leaving just keeps getting better by the week.

 

[Drunken Wookie]

Versatility
Speed
Athleticism
Disposal

Keep playing him

His disposal is generally great but he's got that one random slice kick he does every game. I reckon he's so quick to make decisions his hand-foot coordination sometimes isn't on the same page!

 

[Infamy]

Soldo settles into the role as vfl ruck..

Hopefully biggie puts pressure on miller next season.

Miller done enough to stay on the list a couple years..

There will be plenty of room for both Miller & Biggie in the team in the future, don't think they'll be competing for the same spot

 

[Rioli2Rioli]

Think we've stumbled onto the 2nd ruck solution.
So happy for him.
CJs gift of leaving just keeps getting better by the week.

I mentioned this last year when we traded out the zombie

Miller will fill the gap in the 2nd Ruck role and 2 years down the track Ryan will have taken over if CCj didnt leave

 

[Tiger_Of_Old]

I mentioned this last year when we traded out the zombie

Miller will fill the gap in the 2nd Ruck role and 2 years down the track Ryan will have taken over if CCj didnt leave

Balta/Gibcus & Miller can all pinch hit or shore up in case of injury.
Our side is turning into a well balanced versatile side.

 

[Football Tragic]

I'm actually surprized that people aren't raving about his game this week. He was a massive step up in terms of versatility, speed, skills and ability than many of our other 2nd ruck options. He certainly didn't look overwhelmed in the center square or around the ground and frequently feed the ball down to our mids. What I really loved about him was his movement around the ground, marking and footskills through traffic. His goal kicking will improve as he gets used to the fatigue and pressure. He also confident in the backline if he dragged down there.

He hasn't had to ruck up against experienced, ruck monsters yet so I won't go so far as to say he is our lock for the role but, I think its been a great move and he'll only get better from here.

 

[TigFan1966]

He hasn't had to ruck up against experienced, ruck monsters yet so I won't go so far as to say he is our lock for the role but, I think its been a great move and he'll only get better from here.

Yeah and being able to give Toby a rest is a big plus.