Prediction Round nine, team changes for the saints

[Timmy from Thomastown]

Thomas played the game out ( in fact was right in the thick of it)so presumably will be fit. And he wont be dropped.

Mayne the only complusory change if he doesn’t overcome concussion while Beams and automatic in.

Wills very unlikely to get picked again this week although Bucks does like to show faith in players

Reid also. Did some important if low key things (eg set up the DeGoey goal). If cox had done that we’d be lauding him for brilliant tap work! I’d like to see how Reid goes with cox in the team. Can’t see an issue with a three pronged tall attack. Whe to play wing.

 

[The Magnificent Seven]

Not quite sure why there was so much hate for Wills.

His task? Match up on one of the biggest and strongest midfielders going around and try to quell his influence. In his first game back for the club in 2 years.

He may not have drawn even close, but he played his role up until start of Q4 and still managed to find some touches once he was released. He looked good in traffic. I think a game against Saints would do him well - if he got matched up on Seb Ross or Jack Billings he'd be getting a great opportunity to show if he can match it with another rising up-and-comer.

Mayne out for sure, he sure did copy a boot from Sidey at the wrong moment

Wouldn't be surprised if Thomas pulled up sore - he played out the match but Sunday his shin would have been pretty tender.

Given we have our old mate Nate Brown playing down back, seems only fair to drop Cox back in out of the square to nullify his advantage (he's still pretty handy as a spoiler). I don't mind what Reid was doing on Saturday, he had some awful entries to deal with and usually 2 opponents. He still managed to contribute to some scoring chains and dragged his opponents away from CHF to create space for Stevo and DeGoey.

Varcoe in to be a hard nut and provide some run across HB and Wing/Square.

Out: Thomas, Mayne, Reid
In: Beams, Varcoe, Cox

Interesting to see WCE slow down after a 30pt buffer. I suggest Saints won't be able to defend the 'G as well as they could Marvel, and we need to have enough options up forward to keep them guessing. If we leave De Goey in the middle and use Jamie to crumb Cox then I reckon that balances out our attack beautifully with WHE and Stevo providing aerial skills and good pace on the deck.

 

[jackcass]

When will Quaynor get a crack?

When he's ready and a spot opens up for him.

 

[Big Bryza]

Maynard hanging on by a thread


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Incorrect.

I am happy with how Roughead has contributed so far, but I don't think there is a match up against the Saints, so would use this to rest him.

Saints key forwards are highly mobile Bruce and Membrey. Moore to Bruce and a Langdon or Howe should be able to cover Membrey. We need to bring in more running small defenders to combat their small fleet, especially at Marvel. Someone like Quaynor might work, or bring Aish back (as much as I don't like him). Otherwise, bring in Goldsack to play on Membrey.

The game is at the MCG this week.

 

[jackcass]

Was arguably our best defender yesterday, if you don't count Crisp

EFA

 

[jackcass]

Maynard hanging on by a thread


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Off 1 below average game? Really? Wasn't he hurt early in the 2nd? What impact did that have when he returned to the game?

 

[Rusty Beam]

Can’t fault his endeavour, but what are people’s thought on Greenwood in the back half at the moment.

Personally I am starting to think his ball use and decision making is a bit of a liability down there. Would be interesting to see if Quaynor would be a better option..

 

[Pie eyed]

Not quite sure why there was so much hate for Wills.

His task? Match up on one of the biggest and strongest midfielders going around and try to quell his influence. In his first game back for the club in 2 years.

He may not have drawn even close, but he played his role up until start of Q4 and still managed to find some touches once he was released. He looked good in traffic. I think a game against Saints would do him well - if he got matched up on Seb Ross or Jack Billings he'd be getting a great opportunity to show if he can match it with another rising up-and-comer.

Mayne out for sure, he sure did copy a boot from Sidey at the wrong moment

Wouldn't be surprised if Thomas pulled up sore - he played out the match but Sunday his shin would have been pretty tender.

Given we have our old mate Nate Brown playing down back, seems only fair to drop Cox back in out of the square to nullify his advantage (he's still pretty handy as a spoiler). I don't mind what Reid was doing on Saturday, he had some awful entries to deal with and usually 2 opponents. He still managed to contribute to some scoring chains and dragged his opponents away from CHF to create space for Stevo and DeGoey.

Varcoe in to be a hard nut and provide some run across HB and Wing/Square.

Out: Thomas, Mayne, Reid
In: Beams, Varcoe, Cox

Interesting to see WCE slow down after a 30pt buffer. I suggest Saints won't be able to defend the 'G as well as they could Marvel, and we need to have enough options up forward to keep them guessing. If we leave De Goey in the middle and use Jamie to crumb Cox then I reckon that balances out our attack beautifully with WHE and Stevo providing aerial skills and good pace on the deck.

Buck's put Wills on Cripps to learn.
If we were tagging him Greenwood would have shut him down.
Simple.

 

[Copeland]

Does anyone know how many possessions Treloar had in the last quarter? I was sure he hadn’t cracked 20 by 3qt.

All I know is I wasnt very happy with him up to half time

 

[Boogy]

Wells, Q best recent VFL form and Sier looked good first up. Marsh from Sandy was excellent. Maybe give Wills 2 weeks to find his feet and see if he can show something? Last chance, Drop him now and that will end his time at Pies!

 

[Saintly Viewed]

Fascinating.

After hearing the VFL report, confirming my view of the even group touting for positions, and the doubtful because of injury, it’s going to be a fascinating selection night.

Fascinating.

I’m going to wait for announcement time, then use the iPhone as you can reveal line by line.
So I’m going to slowly look at line by line.

Fascinating.

 

[Timmy from Thomastown]

EFA

I never count Crisp. I just expect him to play like that every week! What a gun

 

[Vicky Park]

Fascinating.

After hearing the VFL report, confirming my view of the even group touting for positions, and the doubtful because of injury, it’s going to be a fascinating selection night.

Fascinating.

I’m going to wait for announcement time, then use the iPhone as you can reveal line by line.
So I’m going to slowly look at line by line.

Fascinating.

Rights or wrongs of his limited form aside, I’m more confident rather than less that Sier will be back for this week’s game. The Pies website has him ‘in the mix’.

 

[Saintly Viewed]

Rights or wrongs of his limited form aside, I’m more confident rather than less that Sier will be back for this week’s game. The Pies website has him ‘in the mix’.

I’m very suspicious they say who is in the mix with an ok from the coaching group.
Just to keep everything on message.

 

[legendstatus]

Nothing new there.

I just think most on here just expect to be gifted games

Fumbles Maynard is poorly out of form at the moment, you just don’t see it, don’t reply with pure dribble and no substance. Typical


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[Pragmatic Shill]

Rights or wrongs of his limited form aside, I’m more confident rather than less that Sier will be back for this week’s game. The Pies website has him ‘in the mix’.

Bucks was pretty clear in the presser last week that Sier needs a bit of footy under his belt to be considered for seniors. He's only played two VFL games.

 

[Kirby]

Maynard is nowhere near close to being dropped. You can say it every week but it’s not going to happen unless he starts playing badly and someone shows enough form to force him out.

 

[grayza2018]

Mayney in the wars at the moment the poor bugger! No rush to get back, hopefully he rests up

Aish out for a little while now, makes me think he'll come back via the 2s. I'd have him in for Greenwood otherwise

Wills may be lucky to keep his spot, was on a hiding to nothing with the match up on Saturday, but if Beams is fit it's an easy call for mine

Can't see Reid staying in if Cox is fit

Assuming (and hopeful) Maynard and Thomas will be fit to go

Sier a week or two more at VFL level

In: Beams Cox Varcoe
Out: Wills Reid Mayne (inj)

 

[NonPhixion]

Guys,
Reid has to make way for Cox. The game has just gone past him. He is way too slow for our game-style. We can’t have a 3-tall forward structure either, our balance & chemistry works best with 2 tall. And Cox is light years ahead of Reid. You can’t just look at the stat-sheet. Cox draws players to the ball better than Reid, which opens the play for other forwards. And he’s obviously better at pinch hitting in the ruck. It’s a pretty easy one imo. Considering that:
In: Cox, Beams
Out: Reid, wills
If Mayne doesn’t get up, bring in Varcoe. This is what I’d like to see. Wills is good depth but has to make way for beams. I like what Varcoe offers more than Aish at this stage, he provides more intensity at the contest, which is our biggest weakness right now. Carlton exposed this on the weekend.

 

[Greening Magic]

Assuming Mayne out so Beams comes in.
Reid out for Cox. Cox's ability to be a target up the line and take a contested mark is something that Reid can't provide, plus I think Cox is a better player. No 3 talls for me, Reid and Cox = too immobile.
Sounds like Seir needs another run, maybe Wells if they think he's ready for Wills. If not Wills probably stays.
Would rather the Q come in instead of Varcoe if they drop Wills for one of them.

 

[Saintly Viewed]

The certainties:

Beams returns.
Cox returns.

Mayne will miss with concussion.
Reid the most vulnerable for the Cox return.

Now for the possibles:

Thomas with leg injury misses.
Aish to return or ?

 

[jonbe54]

I just think most on here just expect to be gifted games

Fumbles Maynard is poorly out of form at the moment, you just don’t see it, don’t reply with pure dribble and no substance. Typical


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Goodbye mr happy blocked

 

[Boogy]

In : Wells, has done enough in 2's. Q has been solid in 2's: takes a lot of kick ins that help his stats.

 

[legendstatus]

SEN reporting this morning Elliott might have a hammy problem- not confirmed though


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[Pragmatic Shill]

SEN reporting this morning Elliott might have a hammy problem- not confirmed though


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Who reported it?