View Full Version : Michael Johnson (freo) Or Hunter (West coast)
sabre_ac
19 Sep 2006, 01:19
Who would you prefer in your side?
PS.
If freo and west coast supporters could not vote it would be much appreciated...Makes for better results.
TheBigUnit
19 Sep 2006, 01:53
I'd go with MJ if we are going purely for a CHB, but I'm happy with Hunter and the role he serves at the Eagles as a 3rd tall defender and a pinch hitting FF and I wouldn't swap him for MJ.
Lynch drops a mark
19 Sep 2006, 01:54
Hmmm
I would take johnson over Graham but not over Hunter
I wonder who would of scored more goals if Johnson had Hunters role at West Coast.
At Fremantle when there isn't a matchup for Johnson in defence, he usually plays a kick behind the play or the wing. Being such a good reader of the play he can setup many of our attacking forays. He went forward against the Bulldogs if i remember correctly and kicked 3 goals in a half.
Wonder if he could have the same impact.
Anyway i'd take Johnson over Hunter anyday...but i am a Fremantle supporter.
Kenny_01
19 Sep 2006, 02:22
Johnson is so incredibly talented.
Hunter is good but I think Johnson will be something special.
1. Johnson
2. Graham
3. Hunter
I would have it in that order if I were to choose who would come to the Roos.
94_Eagles
19 Sep 2006, 04:14
1. Johnson
2. Graham
3. Hunter
I would have it in that order if I were to choose who would come to the Roos.
Seriously want Graham over Hunter? Both are about equal down back but Hunter > Graham forward.
Jeremias
19 Sep 2006, 08:43
I'd take Hunter mainly due to his versatility.
goal sneak
19 Sep 2006, 10:29
I'd take johnson. His run out of defence is just sensational + he has more scope for improvement.
thebigboy
19 Sep 2006, 10:58
Hunter's ability to kick goals whilst playing in defence makes him more valueble in my eyes, but johnson will be a gun.
Now Hunter
5 yrs Johnson
blues4flag
19 Sep 2006, 11:06
Very good poll and genuinely difficult to choose. However, I chose Hunter, just, b/c of his goal kicking ability and his ability to play either end. Johnson is a very good player, who could potentially be better than Hunter and is also 4 years younger. In a couple of years, he will probably be better and he provides excellent run out of defense.
jnash196
19 Sep 2006, 19:47
Kingsley Hunter (WB)
Kenny_01
19 Sep 2006, 19:49
You also have to remember this poll is after Hunters best game of the season. If this were started last week...
Firstly Johnson is still only 21 whilst Hunter is 25. In my opinion Johnson is already well ahead of Hunter, no comparison. He is taller and faster and more consistent player. He doesn't carry on like Hunter , he must think he is wayne carey, the guys carries on like a show pony. Hunter is basically just a mark and kick kind of player, that's his game. Johnno does that plus he runs and creates, always picks good options and sets up play.
weagles_fan
20 Sep 2006, 02:29
Firstly Johnson is still only 21 whilst Hunter is 25. In my opinion Johnson is already well ahead of Hunter, no comparison. He is taller and faster and more consistent player. He doesn't carry on like Hunter , he must think he is wayne carey, the guys carries on like a show pony. Hunter is basically just a mark and kick kind of player, that's his game. Johnno does that plus he runs and creates, always picks good options and sets up play.
No way Johnson is already ahead of Hunter. Has Johnson ever proved to be a matchwinner?I don't think so...Hunter on the other hand :thumbsu:
No way Johnson is already ahead of Hunter. Has Johnson ever proved to be a matchwinner?I don't think so...Hunter on the other hand :thumbsu:
Forgotten the first Derby this year?
I still remember MJ beating Stinger & friends on the wing and setting up a goal, wining another three on one on the half back line and setting up anther goal , amongst other things.
The Joker
21 Sep 2006, 15:13
No way Johnson is already ahead of Hunter. Has Johnson ever proved to be a matchwinner?I don't think so...Hunter on the other hand :thumbsu:
Depends what you mean by match winner, Hunter can kick goals Johnson can take 10 or eleven marks in defence to stop goals....
Johnson, only because of his age, when he is Hunters age i could see him being an absolute Star
Lukazzz777
21 Sep 2006, 15:16
1. Johnson
2. Graham
3. Hunter
I would have it in that order if I were to choose who would come to the Roos.
That's because you are a complete fool, and probably think Laidley is a good coach ...
Hunter winning :thumbsu:
As it should be.
Geez , when Hunter had played 35 games he was just moving into in dud territory from super dud territory.
Just another example of why you should never write anyone off too early.
Yes, players this early in their careers are hard to judge, but Hunter is a superior player to Johnson at the moment due to his versatility. Jamie Graham is another promising defender, hasn't played many games but tope the AFL in kicking efficiency
Hunter winning :thumbsu:
As it should be.
All it reflects is there's more eagles supporters patrolling the polls board than Fremantle.
Not that i didn't vote for Johnson :)
sydney eagle
22 Sep 2006, 10:41
Tough choice. Hunter is a very good player but Johnson looks as if he wilkl be better in the future than Hunter is now. I think that fans of both clubs would probably stick with the player that they have at the moment.
All it reflects is there's more eagles supporters patrolling the polls board than Fremantle.
Not that i didn't vote for Johnson :)
Discounting all of the Freo and Eagles fans votes, Hunter is still winning. :thumbsu: ;)
Bestbird
22 Sep 2006, 19:27
Geez , when Hunter had played 35 games he was just moving into in dud territory from super dud territory.
Just another example of why you should never write anyone off too early.
Not true Ripper
Most reasonable judges of a footballers at WCE and even in the eatern states press could see his potential quite early
His development like Glass's was delayed slightly due to Jacko and Mcintosh still playing at the club
Bentleigh
22 Sep 2006, 19:43
I think we could find room for Hunter @ CHB..
That's because you are a complete fool, and probably think Laidley is a good coach ...
Never seen Johnson play have you?
Name a 21 KPP defender thats had a better season.
Hunter is not a solution to a KPP crisis, why do you think Graham plays there?
William G. Gruff
22 Sep 2006, 20:19
hawthorn specific vote - the tall defender in johnson
Bestbird
23 Sep 2006, 01:29
Hunter is not a solution to a KPP crisis, why do you think Graham plays there?
Sound like you haven't seen much of Hunter either
Graham played mostly as a third tall this season but when Hunter got injured he replaced him and did an admiral job
BTW
There is a reason why Worsfold is reluctant to play him forward more
And that is because like many CHB's these days, Hunter has the ability to play on the bigger forwards and also use his tank to provide run of half back. Even kicking the occasional goal.
Johnson is talented.
But Hunter is a matchwinner and right now the superior footballer.
Sound like you haven't seen much of Hunter either
Graham played mostly as a third tall this season but when Hunter got injured he replaced him and did an admiral job
BTW
There is a reason why Worsfold is reluctant to play him forward more
And that is because like many CHB's these days, Hunter has the ability to play on the bigger forwards and also use his tank to provide run of half back. Even kicking the occasional goal.
I have seen Hunter and may I say, a top player. Runs from the HB line and kicks goals, yes.
Graham is a better KPP and will be better in 2 years time, dont care what you say. this will happen. Watch. He, for a big man, is an excellent kick and his agility is A Grade for a bloke who stands about 195+cm.
Michael Johnson will be the best of the lot, although I find it hard to separate him and Graham, I dont think Hunterwill improve as much as these blokes and considering Michael Johnson is a 21 yr old KPP defender who beat alot of bloke this year, I might have him in front of everyone on this poll dont you think?
Graham and Johnson will be the premier backmen of the comp, Hunter wont be near them when this happens.
And both off the rookie list :rolleyes:
It seems like a cope out but i think that depends on the team u have. Johnson provides run and contested mark, and Hunter the ability to kick goals and be Mr Fixed. I think in the end Johnson will surpass Hunter but not at the moment. As for Graham he is the third tall behind Hunter and Glass and no way is in the class of Hunter or Johnson. I very doubt that he would get a game with the Dockers.
Bestbird
23 Sep 2006, 04:38
I have seen Hunter and may I say, a top player. Runs from the HB line and kicks goals, yes.
Graham is a better KPP and will be better in 2 years time, dont care what you say. this will happen. Watch. He, for a big man, is an excellent kick and his agility is A Grade for a bloke who stands about 195+cm.
Michael Johnson will be the best of the lot, although I find it hard to separate him and Graham, I dont think Hunterwill improve as much as these blokes and considering Michael Johnson is a 21 yr old KPP defender who beat alot of bloke this year, I might have him in front of everyone on this poll dont you think?
Graham and Johnson will be the premier backmen of the comp, Hunter wont be near them when this happens.
And both off the rookie list :rolleyes:
Whats with the sarcasm at the end
Anyway
You can rate Johnson highly on potential now but i would rather wait a little longer personally, more so because he is a rookie listed player.
2006 was a breakout year for him no doubt, and he has shown in his short career that he could be a very good CHB. However, the second year is going to be a much tougher proposition as the other teams will take more notice of him and try to identify any possible weakness. I though Daniher as an example exposed Johnson a bit last week by having the CHF breaking out on a fast lead.
BTW
I also think your seriously under estimating Hunters abilities as per my previous post. Graham also might become a very good player but ATM Hunter has the runs on the board
The Joker
23 Sep 2006, 05:37
There are three draft National, Pre Season & Rookie
Johnson did not get rookie drafted.
mudgeathon
23 Sep 2006, 21:57
Hunter...Big game player, as shown again today
Still, MJ would be more than handy at WC
vinnie_vegas69
24 Sep 2006, 13:05
Hunter by a country mile.
Hunter is a fantastic finals player, unbelievable performance again yesterday.
Like I said, he is a matchwinner. Let's hope he kicks another 4 in the granny.