View Full Version : 23. David Myers
DonMania#5
8 Jul 2008, 13:46
Bad luck about his foot, probably needs a rest though.
The Dustbin
8 Jul 2008, 14:20
Geez I was pissed off when I heard this. At least the medico's got it early. :thumbsu:
Like Longy said, one youngster out and another one will get his chance.
I doubt it. My feelings is that they will give him 1-2 extra weeks (which they have been doing with most players coming back from injury this year) which will give him 2 games at the end of the year, which he will probably play with Bendigo as he will not be match fit. I hope he plays every game next year.
big rising star chance for 09
S.C[BANKS]
12 Jul 2008, 15:29
nig rising star chance for 09
Is he even eligible next year?
I thought he played too many games this year? Is this right?
Smyth94
12 Jul 2008, 15:51
;11680702']Is he even eligible next year?
I thought he played too many games this year? Is this right?
He's played 8 games, you're eligible if you've played 10 games or under. Considering he'd come back through Bendigo, he might end up with 10 or less games by the seasons end
danzan22
12 Jul 2008, 18:00
nig rising star chance for 09
Didn't realise he was black :p
bomba4eva
12 Jul 2008, 18:05
He's played 8 games, you're eligible if you've played 10 games or under. Considering he'd come back through Bendigo, he might end up with 10 or less games by the seasons end
Not that it is much consolation but in looks likely that he will end up on 9-10 games. Would Gumbleton be eligible next year or would he be too old for it?
bomber69
14 Jul 2008, 00:13
Not that it is much consolation but in looks likely that he will end up on 9-10 games. Would Gumbleton be eligible next year or would he be too old for it?
Gumby will be eligable for next year providing he doesn't play more than 4 games this year. Get on him I say:thumbsu:
Ben the Gooner
14 Jul 2008, 13:57
I saw David up at Windy Hill today, and despite the moon boot, he seemed to be walking pretty freely.
Have I missed something?
A month ago, the club said Myers would miss four weeks. And last week, the injury list stated that he was "1 week" away from a return.
Yet, this week, he's suddenly on there as "indefinite".
What gives? :mad:
Windas_Magic
5 Aug 2008, 21:18
Have I missed something?
A month ago, the club said Myers would miss four weeks. And last week, the injury list stated that he was "1 week" away from a return.
Yet, this week, he's suddenly on there as "indefinite".
What gives? :mad:
I'm not sure but i don't think he trained yesterday either. Hopefully it isn't too bad and that his season isn't over
I'm not sure but i don't think he trained yesterday either. Hopefully it isn't too bad and that his season isn't over
Ergh, ok, thanks. I've got a bad feeling about this. Houli's status was listed as "indefinite" too just before it quickly got changed to "season" a few weeks back. :thumbsd:
stress fractures aren't something you mess with. if he isn't completely over his injury we have nothing to gain by rushing him back. he wouldn't have enough time to get back into the seniors this years anyways.
get him right for next season
Yeah agreed. When he got injured i doubted he would get back this year. RS next year
Little Birdy
6 Aug 2008, 16:47
Strained a hamstring late last week. Won't play again this season
as weird as it sounds, thats probably not a bad thing. now we can make sure he is ready to go by the pre-season rather than rushing him back.
although his recurring hamstring injuries are a bit of a worry
Strained a hamstring late last week. Won't play again this season
Aha, that makes sense now. Thanks.
Little Birdy
18 Aug 2008, 16:54
Myers and Hislop both had minor hip surgery today. Both will up and running for pre-season :)
Ryder Is God
18 Aug 2008, 17:05
You sure it's not Pears? He's the one that had a hip complaint.
loopy_cam
18 Aug 2008, 20:52
I miss Myers.
Little Birdy
18 Aug 2008, 21:44
Pears is due to have has his hip operation on Wednesday
TheDon35
21 Aug 2008, 16:18
All I want for Xmas is.... Myers and all his mates under 21 years old to have an injury free year in 2009.
We are no chance of realistically putting together a really good consistantly competitive side unless these kids start coming through.
bombaman
22 Aug 2008, 17:48
All I want for christmas if for you to STFU :thumbsu:
FootyEater
4 Sep 2008, 22:39
just curious what happened to this kid? i saw him play us (freo) over at subi when you beat us by 4 points but didnt see him after that, was he ommited or injured? still think the kid has quality and will be a great longterm player for the bombers :thumbsu: dont take too much into the rising star award... i mean danyel pearce won one for god's sake
GreaT SourcE
4 Sep 2008, 22:42
Got injured for a few weeks and rested him the last one or two I think.
Oh, and btw, Myers > Palmer.
rainman06
4 Sep 2008, 22:44
just curious what happened to this kid? i saw him play us (freo) over at subi when you beat us by 4 points but didnt see him after that, was he ommited or injured? still think the kid has quality and will be a great longterm player for the bombers :thumbsu: dont take too much into the rising star award... i mean danyel pearce won one for god's sake
I suspect he will be very high quality myself. Just hope he can stay away from the injury room.
FootyEater
4 Sep 2008, 22:55
Got injured for a few weeks and rested him the last one or two I think.
Oh, and btw, Myers > Palmer.
i didnt bring it up to get into a who is better than who, just curious, but surely you cant deny that palmer is a gun.
Ryder Is God
4 Sep 2008, 23:16
He had a foot injury, then had some hamstring tightness and recently had hip surgery.
just curious what happened to this kid? i saw him play us (freo) over at subi when you beat us by 4 points but didnt see him after that, was he ommited or injured? still think the kid has quality and will be a great longterm player for the bombers :thumbsu: dont take too much into the rising star award... i mean danyel pearce won one for god's sake
Unfortunately he went off at half-time with a foot injury against the Dockers - missed the rest of the season, was hitting some very good form as well :(
i didnt bring it up to get into a who is better than who, just curious, but surely you cant deny that palmer is a gun.
Palmer isn't a gun, he's a cannon :p
Hopefully Myers can start closing the gap starting from next year - he's definitely got the talent.
I just heard a previous interview (SEN) featuring Dave...I can't believe how composed - even the lads on SEN were surprised at how comfortable he was during the interview.
GreaT SourcE
4 Sep 2008, 23:26
i didnt bring it up to get into a who is better than who, just curious, but surely you cant deny that palmer is a gun.
I'm just joking buddy, just throwing out the line there, didn't bite it to your credit.
Yeah, Palmer's first year was sensational, but Myers will close the gap big time next year, I can assure you that, he has class written all over him.
just curious what happened to this kid? i saw him play us (freo) over at subi when you beat us by 4 points but didnt see him after that, was he ommited or injured? still think the kid has quality and will be a great longterm player for the bombers :thumbsu: dont take too much into the rising star award... i mean danyel pearce won one for god's sake
Thanks for the feedback Eater.. I think you will find most Essendon fans are excited about this kid..
Hopefully David can follow the outstanding lead set by Palmer next year:thumbsu:
The Dustbin
11 Sep 2008, 17:10
Rising Star next year. :thumbsu:
loopy_cam
11 Sep 2008, 22:56
Providing he survives the injury curse I agree.
windyhill
17 Sep 2008, 22:51
Rising Star next year. :thumbsu:
In a canter.
Can't wait to see this kid play again.
Ryder Is God
18 Sep 2008, 14:53
I was watching the Round 13 Carlton game yesterday and I loved him running down the middle of the MCG to spear a 50m pass to Lloyd in the wet weather.
Smyth94
18 Sep 2008, 17:28
I was watching the Round 13 Carlton game yesterday and I loved him running down the middle of the MCG to spear a 50m pass to Lloyd in the wet weather.
I wish I could YouTube that play so that any time some idiot says "wHy diN'T we draFT PAlmER!@#!@" I can show them that passage - class.
I was watching the Round 13 Carlton game yesterday and I loved him running down the middle of the MCG to spear a 50m pass to Lloyd in the wet weather.
Yeah, that was great to see. He had 20+ possesions and showed true leadership qualities that day.
Future leader of our club.
Rising Star next year. :thumbsu:
With a full pre-season he is every chance.
loopy_cam
20 Sep 2008, 11:49
What are the chances that he'll stay with the number 23?
cAsEy_18
20 Sep 2008, 14:59
What are the chances that he'll stay with the number 23?
23 is the new 5 :D
bomba4eva
20 Sep 2008, 15:28
I wish I could YouTube that play so that any time some idiot says "wHy diN'T we draFT PAlmER!@#!@" I can show them that passage - class.
Up until right now, cynical Bomber fans are more then entitled to disagree with the choice to draft Myers. Palmer has had a brilliant year where he is already carrying the midfield of that shambolic club. Cantered to victory in the Rising Star and seems to be a highly motivated kid. Been very impressed with Palmer this year. Spectacular debut season.
Then you look at Myers who had a solid first season getting out for 8 games. As expected, injury then derailed the end of his season. In the games he played he was solid without doing anything breath taking.
Looking at both their debut seasons there has been a vast difference and the Palmer fans have every right to be disgruntled at the choice.
Being a more realistic fan though, I can see that Palmer was pretty much ready made whereas Myers was more a long term prospect. I am content with our choice but will still be voicing any criticisms that I may see. Myers is an exciting prospect and could add that much needed class that Essendon needs. The whole point of rebuilding down the bottom for a few years is to pick up high quality players (Roughead/Franklin/Cooney/Griffen) which will enable you to have sustained success. I have high hopes for Myers and look forward to watching him next year.
Myers Fanatic
20 Sep 2008, 22:08
Really good post bomba4eva :thumbsu:
Wanna B Hird
21 Sep 2008, 00:01
I cant wait until 09', Myers reminds me alot of Chris Judd, the way he can break the lines and deliver; GOOD LUCK to the man
Smyth94
21 Sep 2008, 14:08
Up until right now, cynical Bomber fans are more then entitled to disagree with the choice to draft Myers.
How are they "entitled" to disagree with the choice to draft Myers? I didn't realise these people have crystal balls and can tell what career both will have.
Ryder Is God
21 Sep 2008, 15:33
I don't think anyone's entitled to disagree with the selection after ONE season.
Hawthorn's super recruiters rated him higher than Palmer and Chris Pelchen said he was the best young bloke he's EVER interviewed.
Lance Uppercut
21 Sep 2008, 16:07
I don't think anyone's entitled to disagree with the selection after ONE season.
Hawthorn's super recruiters rated him higher than Palmer and Chris Pelchen said he was the best young bloke he's EVER interviewed.
exactly.
I wanted Palmer because of the hype, but I happily admit I don't watch junior football and thus have no idea at all, which is why I rarely post in the draft threads. But he seemed that blue chip midfielder we badly needed.
I was on the golf course listening to the draft on my phone radio when they called Myers name, and I was really disappointed. Myers?
Now I could not be happier. I don't care that Palmer won the RS and looks like a good player.
I think Myers will be something really special. His composure and skills and size are sensational - and the fact that he is so mature and has such a good attitude, well... this guy will be the bomb.
I wouldn't swap him for any player taken higher in the draft, except for maybe Cotchin, and even then I'd have to think long and hard about it; that's how highly I rate Myers.
Of course we'll never know, but I wonder who Freo would have picked if they had our pick and us theirs?
Could be the next Luke Hodge, which is nothing to sneeze at
Raking, gun left foot
Terrific leadership skills
Hard at it
Game moves slower for him than most his age
Played 'quarterback' type role for WA
kelvin_sheedy
21 Sep 2008, 17:03
Hodge showed a lot lot more in his firsts year.
Lets hope we get a quality AFL player and he actually makes it before we go and compare him to the guns of the comp.
At this stage Palmer and Rioli are way ahead of him.
bomba4eva
22 Sep 2008, 14:25
How are they "entitled" to disagree with the choice to draft Myers? I didn't realise these people have crystal balls and can tell what career both will have.
Well if you were to be cynical you would look to being negative thus attacking our recruiters over the choice to draft Myers over Palmer. I have said that this is a short-sighted view but believe it or not, there are may short-sighted people in the world. Most of us are content with the decision to take Myers but the cynics are entitled to have a crack at the recruiters though it would be very short-sighted of them.
Let's hope he bulks up over the summer. Great to know that he has very good leadership skills. Can never have enough leaders at a club:thumbsu:
Little Birdy
22 Sep 2008, 16:24
Of course we'll never know, but I wonder who Freo would have picked if they had our pick and us theirs?
Myers was originally earmarked to go to Fremantle with pick 7 up until the Thursday before the draft. Essendon had a meeting to discuss the selection of Palmer V Myers with pick 6. They decided on Myers with pick 6 which meant Palmer then went to Fremantle with pick 7.
Depending on who the Bombers were going to take with their pick, decided the fate of Myers and Palmer. Both were either going to go 6 or 7. There were no other players under consideration for these two picks.
Lance Uppercut
22 Sep 2008, 17:09
Myers was originally earmarked to go to Fremantle with pick 7 up until the Thursday before the draft. Essendon had a meeting to discuss the selection of Palmer V Myers with pick 6. They decided on Myers with pick 6 which meant Palmer then went to Fremantle with pick 7.
Depending on who the Bombers were going to take with their pick, decided the fate of Myers and Palmer. Both were either going to go 6 or 7. There were no other players under consideration for these two picks.
yeh, I know that. I know what actually happened. I was more musing the hypothetical - whether if Freo had pick 6 they would have still gone with Palmer, or also gone with Myers before him as Essendon did
Sigmund
22 Sep 2008, 22:12
Well if you were to be cynical you would look to being negative thus attacking our recruiters over the choice to draft Myers over Palmer. I have said that this is a short-sighted view but believe it or not, there are may short-sighted people in the world. Most of us are content with the decision to take Myers but the cynics are entitled to have a crack at the recruiters though it would be very short-sighted of them.
Let's hope he bulks up over the summer. Great to know that he has very good leadership skills. Can never have enough leaders at a club:thumbsu:
I actually do not think that size is a weakness of David. In fact, he is as well built as any 18YO draftee that I have seen at EFC in recent times (perhaps with Houli).
Little Birdy
23 Sep 2008, 03:07
I was more musing the hypothetical - whether if Freo had pick 6 they would have still gone with Palmer, or also gone with Myers before him as Essendon did
You're right Lance, I guess we will never know. :confused:
michael7
23 Sep 2008, 11:13
Man I'm excited by the potential that Myers has, can't wait to hopefully see him tearing it up in a couple of years off hbf playing the 'quarterback' role or in the middle with all the other exciting young players we have.
The Dustbin
23 Sep 2008, 12:15
In the games he played he was solid without doing anything breath taking.
The game against Carlton... At the start of the last qrt when Myers came charging out of defence and hit Lloyd on the lead with a 45m bullet of a pass.
I thought that was pretty breath taking. Maybe I'm easily pleased.
:cool:
fishguts
23 Sep 2008, 12:21
The game against Carlton... At the start of the last qrt when Myers came charging out of defence and hit Lloyd on the lead with a 45m bullet of a pass.
I thought that was pretty breath taking. Maybe I'm easily pleased.
:cool:
i need this youtubed. i've seen it, but once is hardly enough.
Smyth94
23 Sep 2008, 19:15
i need this youtubed. i've seen it, but once is hardly enough.
I recorded the game on my PC and unfortunately I have no idea how to edit so I ended up deleting the game :(
bomba4eva
23 Sep 2008, 21:06
The game against Carlton... At the start of the last qrt when Myers came charging out of defence and hit Lloyd on the lead with a 45m bullet of a pass.
I thought that was pretty breath taking. Maybe I'm easily pleased.
:cool:
Yeah I reckon you are. IIRC Lloyd had to take a great mark for that kick to have looked so good to many of you. I am a massive fan of Myers but am trying to temper my enthusiasm by being more realistic. I see Palmer winning the Rising Star and remember back to last year when all the debate was which of the 2 we should pick. At this time Palmer looks like he will be a good player whereas Myers had a more typical first year getting into the seniors for a few games.
That pass is being overrated unless I am recalling the memory incorrectly.
Ryder Is God
23 Sep 2008, 21:12
Lloyd didn't have to take a great mark, he took a difficult mark considering it was in the wet, he juggled it a few times but it was still an impressive kick.
Ryder Is God
23 Sep 2008, 21:53
PGcW2prtg7A
There's a crappy video of it.
Sigmund
23 Sep 2008, 22:02
Myeeeerrrrrssssss!!!!!!!!!
bomba4eva
23 Sep 2008, 22:03
I stand corrected. Exciting to see him breaking the lines and then delivering a decent kick to Lloyd. Let's hope he realises his talent:)
The Dustbin
23 Sep 2008, 22:07
Good work RIG. :thumbsu:
nicko99
24 Oct 2008, 22:01
about 4 days ago when i was watching sunrise, and u know how they have the news written down at the bottom of the screen while the show is on.
If you get what i mean.
Well i didn't read the full sentence cause i just caught a glimpse of the name David Myers and it said 'David Myers has been killed in a car crash' :eek:
and im thinking there could be no other person called David myers, but it couldn't be him
and i shit my pants, well not really but u know, so i had to wait for like a minute so it could go through the other news , and I'm omfg!
So ive wait and luckily it says something along the lines of 'former britan winger great David Myers has been killed in a car crash'
Not a good experience :mad:
Wanna B Hird
24 Oct 2008, 22:48
about 4 days ago when i was watching sunrise, and u know how they have the news written down at the bottom of the screen while the show is on.
If you get what i mean.
Well i didn't read the full sentence cause i just caught a glimpse of the name David Myers and it said 'David Myers has been killed in a car crash' :eek:
and im thinking there could be no other person called David myers, but it couldn't be him
and i shit my pants, well not really but u know, so i had to wait for like a minute so it could go through the other news , and I'm omfg!
So ive wait and luckily it says something along the lines of 'former britan winger great David Myers has been killed in a car crash'
Not a good experience :mad:
Pissa post Nicko
michael7
25 Oct 2008, 18:27
Pissa post Nicko
Nah I saw something about that too but it was an ex-England Rugby League player, for a second I was very worried however it is sad whoever it happens to.:thumbsd:
Lance Uppercut
25 Oct 2008, 18:28
about 4 days ago when i was watching sunrise, and u know how they have the news written down at the bottom of the screen while the show is on.
If you get what i mean.
Well i didn't read the full sentence cause i just caught a glimpse of the name David Myers and it said 'David Myers has been killed in a car crash' :eek:
and im thinking there could be no other person called David myers, but it couldn't be him
and i shit my pants, well not really but u know, so i had to wait for like a minute so it could go through the other news , and I'm omfg!
So ive wait and luckily it says something along the lines of 'former britan winger great David Myers has been killed in a car crash'
Not a good experience :mad:
haha I feel for you dude, that woulda been freaky!
footy_brain
4 Nov 2008, 20:53
saw the bloke walking down sydney rd in brunswick today along with tayte pears and some other guy looked like he was a player but didnt see who
fishguts
4 Nov 2008, 21:22
Prehaps Skipworth?
loopy_cam
7 Nov 2008, 17:22
I am in love with this guys kicking. Did a perfect one to Pears in the kicking drill in today's training run.
Ryder Is God
12 Nov 2008, 14:22
Myers is a ****ing tank
http://www.essendonfc.com.au/images/08/081112_preseason14-l.jpg
That ball actually exploded after he hand-balled it
whattagun07
12 Nov 2008, 14:30
Really like the look of this kid. Saw him live at the AAMI against the Crows this year, and he started in the middle, giving a bit of push and shove to Goodwin. I think he'll prove to be much more valuable than Palmer, who is more of an accumulator than a damaging player.
Any idea what his role will be this year, and how many games he will play?
I could easily see him playing 22 games, off a HBF, with some stints in the midfield.
Ryder Is God
12 Nov 2008, 14:32
Really like the look of this kid. Saw him live at the AAMI against the Crows this year, and he started in the middle, giving a bit of push and shove to Goodwin. I think he'll prove to be much more valuable than Palmer, who is more of an accumulator than a damaging player.
Any idea what his role will be this year, and how many games he will play?
I could easily see him playing 22 games, off a HBF, with some stints in the midfield.
I'm definitely hoping he could play 22 games next season. He'll most likely start off the HBF flank to create play with stints in the midfield and up forward. In a few years he'll move into the midfield, imo.
I'm definitely hoping he could play 22 games next season. He'll most likely start off the HBF flank to create play with stints in the midfield and up forward. In a few years he'll move into the midfield, imo.
I think 22 games is a bit hopeful. I think we'll look to ease his load at different times and he'll have a week or two off every so often.
Position wise I think half back will be his most regular spot, but no doubt he'll run through the midfield every so often as well. Wouldn't be surprised if Knights gave him the odd tagging role as well.
Essendonfc_4_lyfe
12 Nov 2008, 15:21
Woah, someones being on the weights. he ...looks...huge.. in the upper body. Hopefully he's got strong build legs, so gravity doesn't topple him over lol.
Slattery_20
12 Nov 2008, 15:27
Not to sound negative, but he doesn't look that massive to me. Don't confuse muscle definition with size
Not to sound negative, but he doesn't look that massive to me. Don't confuse muscle definition with sizehave to agree with you there. he's of a reasonable (afl) size, but more ripped than massive. looking very fit though! cannot wait to see him play consistently!
Essendonfc_4_lyfe
12 Nov 2008, 15:59
Not to sound negative, but he doesn't look that massive to me. Don't confuse muscle definition with size
Large across the shoulders in proportion to his body.
james_omahoney
12 Nov 2008, 21:57
Myers is a ****ing tank
http://www.essendonfc.com.au/images/08/081112_preseason14-l.jpg
Very ripped. Not bulky in terms of lean mass, but extremely impressive. I'll guess his bodyfat to be around 7-8% here? TBH I wouldn't have a clue... anyone got a good idea?
Very ripped. Not bulky in terms of lean mass, but extremely impressive. I'll guess his bodyfat to be around 7-8% here? TBH I wouldn't have a clue... anyone got a good idea?
elite athletes range from 5-9% so you're probably spot on. looks like myers has been hitting the bench press hard as well as lats - you can see it in his elevated pecs and shoulders. he'll be a hard boy to tackle
Jonesy1987
12 Nov 2008, 22:38
The New Buckley:thumbsu:
looking at his condition you'd have to say there would not be a 2nd year player in the comp that has more front than myers
...couldn't resist...
elite athletes range from 5-9% so you're probably spot on. looks like myers has been hitting the bench press hard as well as lats - you can see it in his elevated pecs and shoulders. he'll be a hard boy to tackle
i'd say shoulders and back more than chest. you can't really see his pecs through that singlet.
i'd say shoulders and back more than chest. you can't really see his pecs through that singlet.
you can't see his pecs but from my personal experience when you work hard on that you end up with the elevated look he has going. when i said lats that was to do with shoulders.
you can't see his pecs but from my personal experience when you work hard on that you end up with the elevated look he has going. when i said lats that was to do with shoulders.lats aren't really that much to do with shoulders at all. in fact they're not. the 'elevated' look you're talking about, would be from his back getting bigger/getting broader across the shoulders. chest would make him appear bigger in the chest, but again, you can't see any chest development in that picture. anyway, let's just agree he looks in fine nic.
dons_fan185
12 Nov 2008, 23:50
i still can't get over the fact that guys like him and Pears are only 18 & 19. they're both so physically mature...goes to show how dedicated they are i guess :)
i still can't get over the fact that guys like him and Pears are only 18 & 19. they're both so physically mature...goes to show how dedicated they are i guess :) that was actually the first thing i thought when i saw both guys. i didn't actually think "oh shit they're massive!", but that they looked very fit! To me that shows (especially in Myers' case) commitment and discipline. To be that ripped, Myers must be training the house down and/or being very strict on his diet. That's a great sign for a kid entering his second pre-season. I have a great feeling about both Myers and Pears (hence the signature).
james_omahoney
14 Nov 2008, 09:59
that was actually the first thing i thought when i saw both guys. i didn't actually think "oh shit they're massive!", but that they looked very fit! To me that shows (especially in Myers' case) commitment and discipline. To be that ripped, Myers must be training the house down and/or being very strict on his diet. That's a great sign for a kid entering his second pre-season. I have a great feeling about both Myers and Pears (hence the signature).
Your avatar - absolute classic. I p*ssed myself when I watched that part of Pumping Iron. The t-shirt is the icing on the cake.
BlazingDon#9
14 Nov 2008, 14:03
Hopefully continues his learning curve in 2009 :)
Your avatar - absolute classic. I p*ssed myself when I watched that part of Pumping Iron. The t-shirt is the icing on the cake.haha yeah, throughout the whole 'movie' i was thinking to myself 'nobody except arnie could get away this is!'
Wanna B Hird
15 Nov 2008, 19:42
looking at his condition you'd have to say there would not be a 2nd year player in the comp that has more front than myers
...couldn't resist...
Gold :D
Lance Uppercut
16 Nov 2008, 09:30
he's got Popeye arms!
The New Buckley:thumbsu:
looking at that pic, you could just see that....I reckon that's not a bad call
Jonesy1987
16 Nov 2008, 12:42
he's got Popeye arms!
looking at that pic, you could just see that....I reckon that's not a bad call
Strong overhead, 55m bullet passes, massive upper body all similar traits Myers is probably more defensively minded though