Rumour GFC 2022 Player Trading, Drafting FA, Rumours and Wish lists PT2

[CatRiot]

Do most people think Bruhn is better than what might be available at Pick 18 in this draft?

I think he might be... I was looking at this draft the other day, and say after about Pick 16, it gets a meh...

 

[Sky]

Do most people think Bruhn is better than what might be available at Pick 18 in this draft?

I think he might be... I was looking at this draft the other day, and say after about Pick 16, it gets a meh...

As others put it to me when we picked Bruhn up, he is a guarantee to play 100+ games for us whereas statistically picks 11-20 accomplishes such a feat roughly half the time. I think it’s a case of we know what we’ve got compared to some unknown draft prospect.

 

[calder_daddy]

Cheers, good to see him back early (Dare I say captain-esque professionalism?)

JSel was there too lol

 

[Turbocat]

Not in regards to every player. I'm of the opinion Knevitt won't cut the mustard..

I think you were not so opto on Jordy Clark either


And thats fine... I like Knevit and like Clark before he dropped the lip.

Its why we are here to discuss and share opinions. In the end opinions mean 3/5ths of Sweet Fanny Adams .. they are just opinions

 

[Turbocat]

All that is true but his kicking is a worry. I think clark is a safer pick but i wouldnt be against humphrey.

Id like to see more of his kicking. The results look poor but is it something that is hardwired?

 

[Turbocat]

Jury is out on him, still early though... I do see some traits he has that hopefully in time can by capitalized on.

I looked at Holmes in his first year and knew he had extreme speed, but didn't know how to use it... He started using it at the mid point this season gone.

Knevitt has decent speed/height and can definitely take a decent overhead grab for a mid... Might take him a couple of years to put it all together... but he has some tools that others just don't have to begin with.

That certainly doesn't mean he will make it though... But it definitely buys him more time in my eyes than others that just look run of the mill.

Thats Fair.

 

[CatRiot]

I wonder if Pick 7 will be better than Bowes... I think Bowes in the right system might actually flourish...

 

[Turbocat]

I havent watched any highlights of any of them - just read the last couple of pages - and the wraps on Humphrey are pretty good

But re his kicking - that you point out - is there an AFL player - can be any team who has got a kicking action similar to him

To me what I have seen ..he remind me of Danger.

He is powerful 1on1 , and for his size can mark the ball. He burst speed can break tackles but im not convinced he looks like he has put effort into his kicking. I wish some of these talented kids would try to copy someone like Duncan ..and put work into it, instead of just doing what they naturally do well.

So as much as what I have seen his kicking is a little bit rubbery ... think on the games Danger has played and won. Having said that .. if Humpfrey is. full time forward..he will need to tidy it up cause on guys like GA sr get to kick 4.5 etc week in and week out. If he gets 3 chance as a forward in afl he has to be more polished in his finishing

 

[Turbocat]

I wonder if Pick 7 will be better than Bowes... I think Bowes in the right system might actually flourish...

Doesnt really have to be. If we get 100 games out the four player we have brought in this year ..its all blue skies

 

[Sky]

I wonder if Pick 7 will be better than Bowes... I think Bowes in the right system might actually flourish...

I don't know about pick 7 but I still think that Jack Bowes is so good that he'll be our captain one day. I'm not usually one to make massive calls like this especially when they're on a positive note but thats how high I rate that guy.

 

[BORIS332]

Lions, Roos in pick swap talks as clubs assess draft hands

Found this an interesting article. Sounds like Sydney’s 14 & 17, and two of GWS’s 15, 18 & 19 are all on the table to get into the top 10.

 

[Turbocat]

Really looking forward to seeing this kid in 2023. He looks to have some good attributes as you outline.

Thing is some are not going to make it. Not fair but thats the way the apple drops. They have to seperate themselves somehow.

Id think a few of these guys have to find a way into the side this year...or they will be talent kids that are looking fro chances elsewhere. We will have 4 names for a start that will be given a lot of chances this year... the guys one step down have an extra hurdle to jump.

In 2023...I think , Bruhn, Henry, Bowes, PlayerX , Knevitt , Conway , Neale, Dempsey will be getting games. ... Simpson will be hoping ... and I think the kid Whyte may surprise a few.

 

[Jhye Clark 13]

I think you were not so opto on Jordy Clark either


And thats fine... I like Knevit and like Clark before he dropped the lip.

Its why we are here to discuss and share opinions. In the end opinions mean 3/5ths of Sweet Fanny Adams .. they are just opinions

I think I may have off the mark on Jordy. He had a good year at the Dockers. I just thought he was too soft and lacked intensity.

 

[Turbocat]

Lions, Roos in pick swap talks as clubs assess draft hands

Found this an interesting article. Sounds like Sydney’s 14 & 17, and two of GWS’s 15, 18 & 19 are all on the table to get into the top 10.

Everyone want into top 10 .... but are they really offering enough to do it. .. Do any in the top 10 need multiple picks in this draft? Id want a later pick and an R1 next year.. and guess what they do not want to trade those.

 

[Turbocat]

I think I may have off the mark on Jordy. He had a good year at the Dockers. I just thought he was too soft and lacked intensity.

I think he played his best for us in his first year ..just being allowed to play his natural game. As soon as he was expected to play to instruction he became brain boxed. The game plan we had thsi year ..he would have been far better ..but the bridge were burnt.

 

[CatToTheFuture]

He looked a smooth mover in his only half game, but he broke his hand but had no collision impact to get it, I thought he mite be made of chocolate.

No collision? He collided with a goal post

 

[Turbocat]

Do most people think Bruhn is better than what might be available at Pick 18 in this draft?

I think he might be... I was looking at this draft the other day, and say after about Pick 16, it gets a meh...

Considering the draft strength ... Id be happy to bet he plays at least as many games as any draft P8 on, let alone P18. If we get Clark it will be a really interesting comparison ..similar size and probably similar best position.


TB has played 30 games atm... my bet is he quickly becomes a regular ... who after P18 would be that for us? And he is ready to go. .. the question is who goes out for his spot.

 

[cats_09]

Hiya all,

Love seeing the photos from training and discussion around that - got me thinking that a dedicated pre-season thread wouldn't be out of place, so started the thread below

Allows us to keep this thread for the draft chat, and an easier option for keeping track of all things pre-season

Preview - 2023 Pre-Season discussion

After the success and celebrations of Season 2022, we now start to turn our focus to the 2023 season & the pre-season as we see the youngsters and a few more experienced lads returning to the training track With discussion popping up, thought it was best to start a dedicated thread for...

www.bigfooty.com

Keep going all, love reading the updates each evening

 

[CatRiot]

The kid is a weapon.

A DeGoey/Heeney type that is powerful in tight, hard to hold onto, and can take a strong mark (also adds flexibility Danger style).

Powerful explosive goal-kicking mids like that don't grow on trees.

I said from the get-go that I'd love him... But think he will either be gone or we just take Clark anyway.

Anyway, my opinion means nothing and I just hope whoever we take ends up being a long-term gun.

I think Humphrey will go very well too. I think he is more Brendan Goddard rather than Heeney/Degoey/Danger type. I know Goddard was more a HBF and Mid, but it's more his playing style I'm referring to specifically. Either way you look at it, he will be a very good player.

Not in regards to every player. I'm of the opinion Knevitt won't cut the mustard..

I don't think he will too as a gut feeling, but I could be totally wrong. I'd need to assess his improvement in year 2 and year 3, by then we will know for sure.

Lions, Roos in pick swap talks as clubs assess draft hands

Found this an interesting article. Sounds like Sydney’s 14 & 17, and two of GWS’s 15, 18 & 19 are all on the table to get into the top 10.

14 + 17 is somewhat appealing to me... but I think 7 is better. 15 + 18 + 19 is less appealing to me. A first this year and a first next year would be ideal.

 

[year of the cat]

Thing is some are not going to make it. Not fair but thats the way the apple drops. They have to seperate themselves somehow.

Id think a few of these guys have to find a way into the side this year...or they will be talent kids that are looking fro chances elsewhere. We will have 4 names for a start that will be given a lot of chances this year... the guys one step down have an extra hurdle to jump.

In 2023...I think , Bruhn, Henry, Bowes, PlayerX , Knevitt , Conway , Neale, Dempsey will be getting games. ... Simpson will be hoping ... and I think the kid Whyte may surprise a few.

I don’t think Kreuger needs to debut in 2023 to retain his spot on the list. But he probably needs to demonstrate that his body is up to the rigors of playing at VFL level at least. If he can have a full year in the 2’s and improve over the year then that would be a good result.

 

[Kobe Gryant]

I think Humphrey will go very well too. I think he is more Brendan Goddard rather than Heeney/Degoey/Danger type. I know Goddard was more a HBF and Mid, but it's more his playing style I'm referring to specifically. Either way you look at it, he will be a very good player.


I don't think he will too as a gut feeling, but I could be totally wrong. I'd need to assess his improvement in year 2 and year 3, by then we will know for sure.

14 + 17 is somewhat appealing to me... but I think 7 is better. 15 + 18 + 19 is less appealing to me. A first this year and a first next year would be ideal.

Goddard was an elite kick of the footy though, that's why they used him on the HBF to get some quality ball out of defence.

I don't see that being in Humphreys future.

 

[Gee Class Loco]

Lions, Roos in pick swap talks as clubs assess draft hands

Found this an interesting article. Sounds like Sydney’s 14 & 17, and two of GWS’s 15, 18 & 19 are all on the table to get into the top 10.

Where do we sign?

 

[cats_09]

The 2022 season may have ended, but that doesn't mean the rules cease to apply - when signing up to Big Footy you've all agreed to the Terms & Conditions, while here on the Geelong board we've clearly laid out the expectations when posting in these threads in the "Setting The Tone" thread


All too often during this time of year we lose good folks who get sick of the bullshit and decide their only option is too walk away - as a group we should be embarrassed that we have regular posters, those who are up for a chat, offer good insight and banter during the season who feel that's their only option


SO THE CRAP STOPS NOW, AND A WARNING TO ALL - ZERO TOLERANCE FOR GOING OFF TOPIC & PLAYING THE MAN


Future posts where there only intent is to go the man will see time on the sidelines - we want all folks knowing this is a safe place to chat and share their opinions. Debate the topic to your hearts content, just keep in mind where the line is that we're asking you to not cross



And for those who've forgotten what it says in the "Setting The Tone" thread, then I strongly recommend having a new read through it:

Mod. Notice - Setting the Tone: GFC Season 2023

A new season is nearly upon us, and with that comes the annual reminder from your friendly Mods in relation to our expectations in relation to behaviour from posters on our board - those who are regulars, any newbies who decide to join during the season (if you are one of these, welcome, and we...

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[Cataholic]

The 2022 season may have ended, but that doesn't mean the rules cease to apply - when signing up to Big Footy you've all agreed to the Terms & Conditions, while here on the Geelong board we've clearly laid out the expectations when posting in these threads in the "Setting The Tone" thread


All too often during this time of year we lose good folks who get sick of the bullshit and decide their only option is too walk away - as a group we should be embarrassed that we have regular posters, those who are up for a chat, offer good insight and banter during the season who feel that's their only option


SO THE CRAP STOPS NOW, AND A WARNING TO ALL - ZERO TOLERATION FOR GOING OFF TOPIC & PLAYING THE MAN


Future posts where there only intent is to go the man will see time on the sidelines - we want all folks knowing this is a safe place to chat and share their opinions. Debate the topic to your hearts content, just keep in mind where the line is that we're asking you to not cross



And for those who've forgotten what it says in the "Setting The Tone" thread, then I strongly recommend having a new read through it:

Mod. Notice - Setting the Tone: GFC Season 2023

A new season is nearly upon us, and with that comes the annual reminder from your friendly Mods in relation to our expectations in relation to behaviour from posters on our board - those who are regulars, any newbies who decide to join during the season (if you are one of these, welcome, and we...

www.bigfooty.com

It's a shame we can't have a mechanism whereby every poster has to agree to this before receiving posting privileges.......would be no excuse then.

 

[Goggin Our Best]

The 2022 season may have ended, but that doesn't mean the rules cease to apply - when signing up to Big Footy you've all agreed to the Terms & Conditions, while here on the Geelong board we've clearly laid out the expectations when posting in these threads in the "Setting The Tone" thread


All too often during this time of year we lose good folks who get sick of the bullshit and decide their only option is too walk away - as a group we should be embarrassed that we have regular posters, those who are up for a chat, offer good insight and banter during the season who feel that's their only option


SO THE CRAP STOPS NOW, AND A WARNING TO ALL - ZERO TOLERANCE FOR GOING OFF TOPIC & PLAYING THE MAN


Future posts where there only intent is to go the man will see time on the sidelines - we want all folks knowing this is a safe place to chat and share their opinions. Debate the topic to your hearts content, just keep in mind where the line is that we're asking you to not cross



And for those who've forgotten what it says in the "Setting The Tone" thread, then I strongly recommend having a new read through it:

Mod. Notice - Setting the Tone: GFC Season 2023

A new season is nearly upon us, and with that comes the annual reminder from your friendly Mods in relation to our expectations in relation to behaviour from posters on our board - those who are regulars, any newbies who decide to join during the season (if you are one of these, welcome, and we...

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It is not playing the man at all

But when someone posts that a player who played 5 senior games last season for Gold Coast Suns is going to Captain Geel one day - surely you should be able to call that Rubbish

The ethics of this Geel forum - just post blue sky after blue sky - and everything is sweet