It’s Flea time - Cody Weightman appreciation thread

[Libbaaaa]

The pressure that led to his 3rd goal was excellent.

 

[Bald]

His ability to kick big bags is quite special and obviously not a fluke at this point considering how often he does it - I don’t think his inconsistency is that much worse than other small forwards, it’s a tough position to be consistent as we know. But if he even fixes up those quiet games just a little bit he’s going to kick a lot of bloody goals. What a gem.

The pressure and tackling was great again on Sunday too, this needs to be the baseline for him and the goals will continue to come in a big way on the back of it

On The Couch (or 360?) said last night that Weightman has kicked 3+ on more occasions than he has kicked 0. I realise kicking a single goal isn't the be all and end all of ranking a players consistency, but he's only had 9 goalless games in his career.

 

[doggies ftw]

On The Couch (or 360?) said last night that Weightman has kicked 3+ on more occasions than he has kicked 0. I realise kicking a single goal isn't the be all and end all of ranking a players consistency, but he's only had 9 goalless games in his career.

Yep I think he cops way too much flak on here about his inconsistencies, there’s probably a couple injury effected games etc in that 9 too. Pretty damn good for a small forward who started playing consistently in his 2nd? Year.

Probably just because his big games are so big his small ones look quiet!

 

[RedWhite&Blue]

He has that instinctive nose for goal which is like lightning in a bottle. We haven't had that since Tory Dickson

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Tory Dickson

Age

36

Ht

184cm

Wt

85kg

Pos.

Fwd

Career

Season

Last 5

D

12.5

3star

K

6.9

3star

HB

5.7

4star

M

3.5

4star

T

2.9

4star

G

1.6

5star

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D

12.8

4star

K

7.0

3star

HB

5.8

4star

M

3.2

4star

T

3.4

5star

G

1.0

4star

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Could become one of the best small forwards the Bulldogs have ever had the way he's tracking.
Always a threat...

 

[weltschmerz]

Signed on until free agency.

Flea is a very, very good player. Averaging the most goals per game of any small forward this year, and as accurate as they come. He’s the player who I smile watching every week.

 

[Dogs_r_barking]

Great show of faith. No wonder Bevo went in hard to bat for him.

 

[Bulldogs85]

 

[ossie_21]

I wonder who gave up their wall for that lol

 

[Bulldogs85]

“It was a real no-brainer”: Weightman

The Bulldogs forward says extending his contract to remain at the Kennel was a no-brainer.

www.westernbulldogs.com.au

Western Bulldogs forward Cody Weightman

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Cody Weightman

Age

23

Ht

179cm

Wt

75kg

Pos.

Fwd

Career

Season

Last 5

D

6.5

2star

K

4.0

2star

HB

2.5

2star

M

2.0

2star

T

1.0

3star

G

1.0

4star

D

6.5

1star

K

4.0

1star

HB

2.5

2star

M

2.0

2star

T

1.0

2star

G

1.0

4star

D

6.5

2star

K

4.0

2star

HB

2.5

3star

M

2.0

3star

T

1.0

3star

G

1.0

4star

says extending his contract to remain at the Kennel was a no-brainer.

The 23-year-old was due to come out of contract at the end of 2025, but in a show of faith has put pen to paper on a two-year extension – keeping him a Bulldog until at least the end of 2027.

“It was a real no-brainer for me,” Weightman said.
“It’s crazy to think that it will end up being my eighth year by the end of this deal.

“This club gave me my first shot at it...being able to live that dream (of playing AFL) here is something that I often pinch myself at still.”
There’s no denying Weightman is a fan favourite of the Bulldogs faithful – with his infectious energy on-field a key part of his game.

He said while he didn’t plan to be known for that, it’s a role he doesn’t take lightly.

“I think there’s a lot of noise during the week – so for the two hours that you’re out there, it’s just pure enjoyment,” he said.

“I don’t see a reason to hide that energy or emotion – I like to bring that out when I play.

“I think other players can feed on that which is good, and then can ultimately help us win too. We’re all helping each other and getting around each other.

“I certainly haven’t designed it (that way), but it’s become a bit of my role here to bring some energy and have other players feed on that to try and give us a little edge on the game.

“It’s a bit of an unofficial role, but something that I’ve enjoyed doing.”
Weightman also thanked those around him for the ability to play freely, and the fans for their constant support.

“Whether it’s Bonti or it’s Bevo, they’ve always backed me in and just given me the freedom to play my way,” he said.

“There’s people everywhere at this club that enable me to get the best out of myself, and that’s a big reason as to why I want to stay and keep trying to thrive.

“I’m extremely grateful for the support I get from our fans. Again, it’s part of the reason I’ve so much energy on the field. I feed off (the crowd) and is a feeling I can’t even describe really – when the fans are engaging with us as players.

“It’s a job like no other. I don’t think I’ll ever find this feeling again.

“I won’t ever have the chance to thank (all the fans) individually, but when they see the way I play hopefully (that’s my way) of repaying them for all of their passion and support.”

 

[Bulldogs85]

I wonder who gave up their wall for that lol

Hopefully a proud Doggie supporter

 

[dogwatch]

I wonder who gave up their wall for that lol

Pretty sure that's the laneway out the back of Clarko's place.

 

[Bulldogs85]

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