I agree with a lot of what you’ve written, but I don’t think this is only a challenge for fringe players. Tom Boyd a very obvious example - walked away from what was close to the biggest contract ever because of mental health challenges.
Hope Driz is ok. Hope him sharing this helps others. And...
Thought over the course of 4 quarters that Rick had a worse game than most names being mentioned here. I’m normally a supporter of his, but didn’t enjoy his game tonight. Might have to watch on tv to check if I’m being harsh.
My feelings exactly. Would have been nice to kick a few more, but I was happy with the slow pace of the game in the 4th, felt like we were conserving a bit of energy.
Back to back 6 day breaks are a definite issue - none of the clubs like them. Triple 6 day breaks is a real issue especially when you add in some travel. The club will have voiced their displeasure.
Thought JOM was excellent tonight, strong and clean.
Very tough to know who will come out for Fred and Young if both come in. Scerri the obvious first out. Then someone’s going to be very stiff to miss. Reckon all of Wags, JOM, Johnson and Ras all playing well.
Checks stats from other games: interesting, seems there’s a bunch of rucks playing around 50% game time, some even as low as mid 30s (and not because of injury). I wonder if that is why Darcy is also playing approx 50% TOG?
He's bloody effective when he’s on field. Cox probably offers more...