Review Round 9, 2020 - Brisbane Lions vs. Essendon

[Ironmonger]

As bad as Essendon were, they were better than roaming Zorko

 

[luthor]

Still, hope you give him a good belting just for being an uncle

He was a Bummers supporter once but I belted him into shape

 

[Back2Back2Back]

Clearly biased but I think that's my most favourite Roaming segment yet. Love Zork's rapport with the boys.

 

[Saucery]

I was a bit perplexed we didnt play Answerth from the get go this season. Could he keep at least Lester out? Rich maybe in for Ah Chee...

Yeah I have been big on AC but Answerth is a better lock down.

 

[Johnny Bananas]

Thank goodness this game was on 7mate and they showed us Zorks taking the piss out of BT!

 

[Brett C]

Hardly winging he just said we have an advantage in that we can sleep in our own beds at the moment, maybe i missed something else

Nope that’s all he said so hardly whinging at all

 

[Jivlain]

He was a Bummers supporter once but I belted him into shape

That is good praxis there

 

[Big Sauce 21]

How good was it having Answerth down back, Having someone with pace certainly helps

 

[iBeng]

Not to be a Debby (apologies to all Debbys) but Ballenden and Skinner are a concern but early days and not sure there is the depth there that some here think. On the flip of that I was really impressed by Answerth and Witherden, great game by both and feel very confident with them back there.

Elaborate?

 

[CarterS]

Hardly expect them to come in and dominate, J Brown got 0 possessions first game didn't he

 

[luthor]

If we can somehow manufacture a win against Richmond then......

 

[Back2Back2Back]

The guy that debuted tonight, and the guy that has played his first game after 3 knee reconstructions are a concern?

I honestly liked the way that Ballenden moved. Loved his leading and how he stood his ground in packs down forward.

 

[TyEdwards27]

Not to be a Debby (apologies to all Debbys) but Ballenden and Skinner are a concern but early days and not sure there is the depth there that some here think. On the flip of that I was really impressed by Answerth and Witherden, great game by both and feel very confident with them back there.

What more did you expect from them? Ballenden on debut and Skinner after 1000+ days... surely you didn’t expect them to set the world on fire... They were quiet that first half, but got into the game particularly in the third quarter. I was more than happy with how they both played. Showed some very promising signs. Can only get better each game. They both out performed Hipwood...

 

[bain22]

Loved seeing Connor handball over the top late. Great for a young bloke to put the team first.

 

[Hirsty23]

Also big props to Sam Skinner, 2nd game, 3 years out injured and yet took the most marks of any player on the ground. Grew into the game, I like the look of him.

 

[CarterS]

Is Hodge a great analyst or what??!

 

[LIONS08]

What a game!! Couldn’t be happier from the boys! Once again a real team performance! Skinner and Ballenden had slow first halves but certainly worked their way into the game! Witho, Answerth and CEY were great additions!! Clug cost me $1600 by not getting 15 touches but I’m not even mad! Love your work boys!!!

 

[KissKiss]

Really great game. Just what we needed to do in really putting a team away. Great % booster especially with so many changes.

My top 5 were:
Neale could almost have the Brownlow right now. Another brilliant game.
Answerth a great shutdown effort on someone who killed us last year was huge
Witho wasn't far off Lachie for Bog
Linc great effort in stopping Saads dangerous run
And then Charlie getting a bag.

Probably several others who could have got a vote.

Happy to see Skinner and Ballenden work into the game. Always tough first up but will be better for the run. Look forward to see how they build from that

 

[Scubaveg]

Not to be a Debby (apologies to all Debbys) but Ballenden and Skinner are a concern but early days and not sure there is the depth there that some here think. On the flip of that I was really impressed by Answerth and Witherden, great game by both and feel very confident with them back there.

Best you call **** then, he just said Skinner made a terrific contribution.


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[Athlonxp]

Roaming Zorko was absolutely hilarious
And loved our Robbo throwing the mouthguard!
Wished Robbo could have had a goal but oh well

 

[Hirsty23]

Loved seeing Connor handball over the top late. Great for a young bloke to put the team first.

Yep, loved it. Has there been a debut that Fagan has handed out prematurely? To play in this team you really need to earn it (Sign of really good side) and Connor was more than serviceable tonight, showed as much if not more than any forward the bombers had at their disposal. Good on ya lad.

 

[Harris Specter]

Fagan saying Witherden and Answerth did their roles perfectly.

I have a huge soft spot for Noah, hope he keeps his spot for a while.

 

[iBeng]

 

[InFaganWeTrust]

"We're looking forward to having charlie at the club for the next 5 years, he'll probably outlast me I reckon"

I hope Fages isn't hinting at leaving in the next few years :S

 

[CarterS]

Best game Answerth has played for the club right there