Oppo Camp Non-Essendon Football Thread XVI

[eth-dog]

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"Great tackle"

 

[MiguelM]

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Crucial non call.

 

[Rabbit of Caerbannog]

GWS with a bit of a Melbourne impersonation at times. Bombing and burning teammates going forward. Fatigue potentially a factor as their decision making seemed to get worse the longer the match went.

 

[Zach Package]

GWS with a bit of a Melbourne impersonation at times. Bombing and burning teammates going forward. Fatigue potentially a factor as their decision making seemed to get worse the longer the match went.

Riccardi was horrific, kept trying to leak out the back and didn’t get dangerous when he presented.

They were a marking target away, either a Langford/Lecras type that can command the footy on the lead or a Casboult who can take a grab or if not, demolish a pack.

 

[jdstorm]

Feels like this game really showed the importance of having a great HB. Or two.

Those players just generate so much opportunity. Both in open play but also to keep the ball locked in the front half with fast and clean ball usage.

 

[quotemokc]

Brisbane and Carlton are much more complete teams than Collingwood.

 

[ant555]

 

[Squeaky]

I say this all the time….but teams at this level are playing a different game to us.

The size of the bodies and the running power….either of those teams beats us by 10 goals minimum in a meaningful game.

Absolutely.
We are playing the same game, but these teams are really in a different league to us...

 

[ant555]

GWS where great . Held up the Pies run and attack most of the night. It was played at high intensity as well . just as good as the Pies / Demons game. Thing that stood out for me in comparison to us was not the obvious power running and winning contests but the smart positioning around the contest . Where we go all in at the footy like seagulls on a chip GWS held their line around the contest and it cut of a lot of the miracle no look handball and Harlem Globetrotter stuff the pies do. It slowed down the Pies efforts to break from contest. When we go up against them the same disposals end up with Pies players as we allow them to set up off the contest.

There is a lesson that the Pies and now GWS have given us and that is do not underestimate sides that have moved on long term coaches but still have a core group of players that have played in and won finals in the previous 5 or 6 years. Maybe the Dogs have not read the play .

 

[MiguelM]

Don't forget, early start for Bris v Carl. Tonight's game starts at 5:15pm

 

[jmoo wan]

There’s a perverse side of me that would like to see a Collingwood v Carlton GF.

yeah - I love it - guaranteed that one of them will lose a grand final!

 

[dank420_]

I don’t think I’ve been as much a Joe Daniher fan as I will be tonight.

 

[I Remember Bluey]

I don’t think I’ve been as much a Joe Daniher fan as I will be tonight.

Then I will put this here just for you to read danky boy

The mystery man who has become 'heart and soul' Lion

Joe Daniher has become a huge driver behind the culture that has lifted the Lions to new heights in recent years

www.afl.com.au

The mystery man who has become 'heart and soul' Lion​

Joe Daniher has become a huge driver behind the culture that has lifted the Lions to new heights in recent years

TO THE outside world, Big Joe is Brisbane's Big Mystery.

Media shy, rarely heard from in public, Joe Daniher is much more at home in front of 36,000 roaring fans at the Gabba than he is in front of a camera expelling the virtues of his game or his team.

However, speak to those inside the Lions' den, and they'll tell you Daniher is a huge culture driver in a season they hope is two wins away from the ultimate glory.

After eight seasons and 108 games at Essendon, the 200cm full-forward decided it was time for a move away from Melbourne's all-encompassing AFL environment late in 2020, and into the slower-paced Brisbane lifestyle.

It suited him off the field as much as on it.

Daniher now lives in northern New South Wales, out of the hustle and bustle of a big city, happy to commute anywhere between 90 minutes and three hours to training.

Joe Daniher during Brisbane's training session at Brighton Homes Arena on May 16, 2023. Picture: Getty Images
He'll stay in a hotel overnight in Brisbane if he needs to.

"If I ring him, he'll answer. He's not totally off the radar," Brisbane football manager Danny Daly chuckles to AFL.com.au.

"That's his chance to ring and catch up with family. He listens to podcasts.

"I don't think he's different to other guys. He loves being around people.

"If you didn't know anything about AFL, you wouldn't think Joe Daniher was any different to anyone else."

Behind the goofy on-field smile that follows both his incredible plays and his occasional gaffes, is a man that cares for his teammates.

00:29
Aug 26 2023

Oh no, Joe: Big Lion hits post from top of the square​

Joe Daniher makes an absolute meal of this set shot from point-blank range early in the first quarter
Daly and coach Chris Fagan describe him as a good one-on-one teacher, someone who is willing, and skilled, at educating Brisbane's younger players.

Cam Rayner describes Daniher as witty and smart and one of the most likeable players at the club.

Like Daniher, Josh Dunkley was faced with a decision 12 months ago where he wanted to continue his footy career.

ANALYSIS
Calm, composed, still chaotic: This version of Joe is a different beast
Similarly, the Western Bulldogs premiership player was considering leaving the all-prying eyes of the Melbourne fishbowl.

With the Lions right in the mix, Daniher reached out to the midfielder with a text encouraging him to get in touch if he had any questions.

"I hadn't had much to do with Joey, but since being here he's one of the guys that you feel like is the heart and soul of the club," Dunkley said.

"To have him reach out early was very meaningful.

"You hear that he doesn't really talk much, he's a quiet man, but the impact he has on the players here is huge and I knew that from afar.

"To have a conversation with him early was great."

Josh Dunkley poses with young fans after Brisbane's match against St Kilda at Marvel Stadium in round 15, 2023. Picture: AFL Photos
On the field, Daniher has flourished this year and is integral to Brisbane getting past Carlton at the Gabba on Saturday night and qualifying for its first Grand Final under Fagan.
https://www.afl.com.au/news/1036047/mega-preview-lions-v-blues-stats-that-matter-who-wins-and-why
He kicked five goals in the qualifying final win over Port Adelaide, taking his season tally to 56, trailing only his 2017 All-Australian year with the Bombers where he kicked 65.

01:55
Sep 9 2023

The Joe show lives up to hype with five​

Joe Daniher plays a starring role in the Lions' road to the prelim with a host of strong marks to go alongside five goals
As impressive as his contested marking and mobility has been this year, it's Daniher's defensive efforts, particularly when going into the ruck, that have caught the eye.

It comes following an off-season where he was challenged to improve in that department.

Following a difficult second half of 2022 where he played with a shoulder injury that ultimately required surgery, Daniher was told he needed to improve his defensive efforts if the Lions were to improve collectively as a team.

During the final minute of a heart-stopping round 21 win over Fremantle, he dragged down Caleb Serong in the middle of the ground when the young Docker looked set to break free and pump the ball inside 50 for one final push to victory.

Enjoy the nail-biting final moments between Fremantle and Brisbane in round 21
It was a desperate act we're not accustomed to seeing from Big Joe.

"We know what Joe's about, and I think that showed the football community what it means to him. I think that meant a lot to him," Daly said of his late defensive heroics.

"He takes his football very seriously, he just shows it in different ways.

"I've heard him in leadership group meetings, line review meetings, all those meetings he'll talk up if he sees things.

"He's easy going, relaxed, chilled out … but when he needs to be serious, he is."

Joe Daniher in action during the qualifying final between Brisbane and Port Adelaide at the Gabba on September 9, 2023. Picture: AFL Photos
Rayner concurs. Talking about Daniher brings a huge smile to the former No.1 draft pick's face.

"Joey's a pretty funny character," Rayner beams.

"I feel like a lot of people watch him on the tv and he's laughing and smiling, but he does have that real serious competitive edge.
https://www.afl.com.au/news/1036650...id-season-match-ups-will-shape-prelim-battles
"He's been awesome to get to know.

"I grew up as an Essendon supporter, so to be able to play with him is pretty cool.

"He's a bit cheeky with his laugh and smile. He understands football and we're very lucky to have him. He's bought a lot of wisdom in."

Joe Daniher during the match between Melbourne and Brisbane at the MCG in round 18, 2023. Picture: Getty Images
Zac Bailey describes Daniher's impact in meetings.

"When he does bob up, everyone listens and he's got great knowledge of the game," Bailey said.

"When he does speak up, he's the type of guy you want to listen to."

Next time you see Daniher miss a goal and grin, don't confuse it with not caring, it's just his way of expressing it.

Big Joe might be Brisbane's Big Mystery, but he now has a chance to be its Big Weapon and help break a 19-year premiership drought.



You can thank me later

 

[eth-dog]

Good on him. Hope they win it for him.

 

[Beerfish]

Then I will put this here

Still not quite enough of a fan to read that.

 

[Squeaky]

Did I hear on SEN that the AFL ticked off on the umpiring last night?
Insane!!

 

[jmoo wan]

Still not quite enough of a fan to read that.

yeah, he’s still a bit of a dick

 

[Maxabillions]

But I don’t want either of them to win Bruno. I really don’t. You can bet that I’ll be barracking every contest in favour of Brisbane tomorrow from the deepest part of my soul.

No good options left. Collingwood, Carlton or ****ing Daniher

 

[justlookingaround]

I say this all the time….but teams at this level are playing a different game to us.

The size of the bodies and the running power….either of those teams beats us by 10 goals minimum in a meaningful game.

Yup, I think this on the regular.
Last night was a low scoring beat up that Essendon would've lost by about 120 points.

 

[justlookingaround]

Then I will put this here just for you to read danky boy

The mystery man who has become 'heart and soul' Lion

Joe Daniher has become a huge driver behind the culture that has lifted the Lions to new heights in recent years

www.afl.com.au

The mystery man who has become 'heart and soul' Lion​

Joe Daniher has become a huge driver behind the culture that has lifted the Lions to new heights in recent years

TO THE outside world, Big Joe is Brisbane's Big Mystery.

Media shy, rarely heard from in public, Joe Daniher is much more at home in front of 36,000 roaring fans at the Gabba than he is in front of a camera expelling the virtues of his game or his team.

However, speak to those inside the Lions' den, and they'll tell you Daniher is a huge culture driver in a season they hope is two wins away from the ultimate glory.

After eight seasons and 108 games at Essendon, the 200cm full-forward decided it was time for a move away from Melbourne's all-encompassing AFL environment late in 2020, and into the slower-paced Brisbane lifestyle.

It suited him off the field as much as on it.

Daniher now lives in northern New South Wales, out of the hustle and bustle of a big city, happy to commute anywhere between 90 minutes and three hours to training.

Joe Daniher during Brisbane's training session at Brighton Homes Arena on May 16, 2023. Picture: Getty Images
He'll stay in a hotel overnight in Brisbane if he needs to.

"If I ring him, he'll answer. He's not totally off the radar," Brisbane football manager Danny Daly chuckles to AFL.com.au.

"That's his chance to ring and catch up with family. He listens to podcasts.

"I don't think he's different to other guys. He loves being around people.

"If you didn't know anything about AFL, you wouldn't think Joe Daniher was any different to anyone else."

Behind the goofy on-field smile that follows both his incredible plays and his occasional gaffes, is a man that cares for his teammates.

00:29
Aug 26 2023

Oh no, Joe: Big Lion hits post from top of the square​

Joe Daniher makes an absolute meal of this set shot from point-blank range early in the first quarter
Daly and coach Chris Fagan describe him as a good one-on-one teacher, someone who is willing, and skilled, at educating Brisbane's younger players.

Cam Rayner describes Daniher as witty and smart and one of the most likeable players at the club.

Like Daniher, Josh Dunkley was faced with a decision 12 months ago where he wanted to continue his footy career.

ANALYSIS
Calm, composed, still chaotic: This version of Joe is a different beast
Similarly, the Western Bulldogs premiership player was considering leaving the all-prying eyes of the Melbourne fishbowl.

With the Lions right in the mix, Daniher reached out to the midfielder with a text encouraging him to get in touch if he had any questions.

"I hadn't had much to do with Joey, but since being here he's one of the guys that you feel like is the heart and soul of the club," Dunkley said.

"To have him reach out early was very meaningful.

"You hear that he doesn't really talk much, he's a quiet man, but the impact he has on the players here is huge and I knew that from afar.

"To have a conversation with him early was great."

Josh Dunkley poses with young fans after Brisbane's match against St Kilda at Marvel Stadium in round 15, 2023. Picture: AFL Photos
On the field, Daniher has flourished this year and is integral to Brisbane getting past Carlton at the Gabba on Saturday night and qualifying for its first Grand Final under Fagan.
MEGA-PREVIEW: Lions v Blues, stats that matter, who wins and why
He kicked five goals in the qualifying final win over Port Adelaide, taking his season tally to 56, trailing only his 2017 All-Australian year with the Bombers where he kicked 65.

01:55
Sep 9 2023

The Joe show lives up to hype with five​

Joe Daniher plays a starring role in the Lions' road to the prelim with a host of strong marks to go alongside five goals
As impressive as his contested marking and mobility has been this year, it's Daniher's defensive efforts, particularly when going into the ruck, that have caught the eye.

It comes following an off-season where he was challenged to improve in that department.

Following a difficult second half of 2022 where he played with a shoulder injury that ultimately required surgery, Daniher was told he needed to improve his defensive efforts if the Lions were to improve collectively as a team.

During the final minute of a heart-stopping round 21 win over Fremantle, he dragged down Caleb Serong in the middle of the ground when the young Docker looked set to break free and pump the ball inside 50 for one final push to victory.

Enjoy the nail-biting final moments between Fremantle and Brisbane in round 21
It was a desperate act we're not accustomed to seeing from Big Joe.

"We know what Joe's about, and I think that showed the football community what it means to him. I think that meant a lot to him," Daly said of his late defensive heroics.

"He takes his football very seriously, he just shows it in different ways.

"I've heard him in leadership group meetings, line review meetings, all those meetings he'll talk up if he sees things.

"He's easy going, relaxed, chilled out … but when he needs to be serious, he is."

Joe Daniher in action during the qualifying final between Brisbane and Port Adelaide at the Gabba on September 9, 2023. Picture: AFL Photos
Rayner concurs. Talking about Daniher brings a huge smile to the former No.1 draft pick's face.

"Joey's a pretty funny character," Rayner beams.

"I feel like a lot of people watch him on the tv and he's laughing and smiling, but he does have that real serious competitive edge.
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"He's been awesome to get to know.

"I grew up as an Essendon supporter, so to be able to play with him is pretty cool.

"He's a bit cheeky with his laugh and smile. He understands football and we're very lucky to have him. He's bought a lot of wisdom in."

Joe Daniher during the match between Melbourne and Brisbane at the MCG in round 18, 2023. Picture: Getty Images
Zac Bailey describes Daniher's impact in meetings.

"When he does bob up, everyone listens and he's got great knowledge of the game," Bailey said.

"When he does speak up, he's the type of guy you want to listen to."

Next time you see Daniher miss a goal and grin, don't confuse it with not caring, it's just his way of expressing it.

Big Joe might be Brisbane's Big Mystery, but he now has a chance to be its Big Weapon and help break a 19-year premiership drought.



You can thank me later

I'm too much of a nuffy to feel good for Joe. Having Joe, Saad, McKenna all walk out still hurts too much. I know it's childish but god damn.

 

[Call Me Cake]

No good options left. Collingwood, Carlton or ******* Daniher

Brisbane with Daniher is still a MILES better option than f****ng SCUM and FILTH

 

[I Remember Bluey]

Still not quite enough of a fan to read that.

You want to try copy/paste with your eyes closed

 

[Call Me Cake]

********* Carlscum

 

[jannissary]

rather brisbane win it than pies/carlton.

lots of players to like in brissy's team than both of those two combined. i daresay too, if brisbane play some injury free football today it'll be might difficult for the pies given that mcstay is confirmed out of the gf as of like an hour or two ago

 

[windyhill]

Lions, lesser of two evils. Some people just don’t get the daniher thing. I hope he goes beserk today, Still a campaigner.