AFL Player #14: Jordan Ridley - Re-injured quad - 4 to 6 weeks - 11/4

[Beerfish]

Contract Status: Unrestricted Free Agent 2029
My Boy Draft 2024: Pick 3, Dave

 

[Yoda_]

Execution was a tad off but his decision making was great today. Calm, composed and a cool head amongst a core group of fellow youngsters showed what a bargain he may turn out to be.

Did find it 29, add in the 7 marks and he showcased his offensive wares. Another medium sized defender to add into that similar group of guys we have building.

 

[srobbo]

Did he play VFL last week?

 

[eDPS]

Did he play VFL last week?

Yep and he had a quieter game, i dont think he made a single mistake with his possessions though.

 

[BrunoV]

Yep and he had a quieter game, i dont think he made a single mistake with his possessions though.

Did use the ball well but struggle defensively and above head where he was beaten in 1v1s.

Thought that it emphasised that he's behind Francis, which is no surprise and certainly no disgrace.

 

[blitzer]

The advantage Ridley has is he fits in better with Hurley and Hooker than Francis does. Francis needs to absolutely demand a spot to get in as the 3rd tall. Ridley can just play the rebounding tall rebounding half back flanker role or he can play on a 3rd tall type. Francis's lack of endurance hurts him because most 3rd talls at AFL level have bloody good endurance.

 

[eth-dog]

Doubt many people care but not being named in the squad he and Mutch are officially eligible for VFL finals.

 

[Lore]

Doubt many people care but not being named in the squad he and Mutch are officially eligible for VFL finals.

What's the requirement? Mutch not named at either level this week

 

[eth-dog]

What's the requirement? Mutch not named at either level this week

6+ VFL, 10 or less AFL basically.

 

[BrunoV]

The advantage Ridley has is he fits in better with Hurley and Hooker than Francis does. Francis needs to absolutely demand a spot to get in as the 3rd tall. Ridley can just play the rebounding tall rebounding half back flanker role or he can play on a 3rd tall type. Francis's lack of endurance hurts him because most 3rd talls at AFL level have bloody good endurance.

I'm not sure that Ridley has displayed any superior athleticism or endurance.

 

[Donakebab]

Any updates on Riddles re: moon boot? Whatever it was obviously happened early as he only had 2 touches for the game. Either way ******* shithouse as a moon boot slapped on that early means it's pretty much a certainty to end his season.

 

[eth-dog]

Any updates on Riddles re: moon boot? Whatever it was obviously happened early as he only had 2 touches for the game. Either way ******* shithouse as a moon boot slapped on that early means it's pretty much a certainty to end his season.

Have seen them as a precaution only before. May not be season over.

 

[Studly Baker]

Whenever I hear of a player hurting their foot, I fear the worse. Hopefully it doesnt impede his preseason and he can set himself for a big 2019

 

[Donakebab]

Didn't even rate a mention in the injury update. We calling the moon boot bogus or RIP Riddles?

 

[yodellinhank]

Didn't even rate a mention in the injury update. We calling the moon boot bogus or RIP Riddles?

RIP in pieces

 

[eth-dog]

Didn't even rate a mention in the injury update. We calling the moon boot bogus or RIP Riddles?

Maybe:

Have seen them as a precaution only before. May not be season over.

 

[Donakebab]

RIP in pieces

Ripples.

 

[Donakebab]

Maybe:

Precautions tend to rate a mention, as do players missing the vast majority of a game through injury concerns, but he didn't even get a single mention in the VFL match report. Some funny buggers going on here.

http://www.essendonfc.com.au/news/2018-08-06/vfl-match-report-rd-18

 

[Mr Mojo Risin]

Precautions tend to rate a mention, as do players missing the vast majority of a game through injury concerns, but he didn't even get a single mention in the VFL match report. Some funny buggers going on here.

http://www.essendonfc.com.au/news/2018-08-06/vfl-match-report-rd-18

Nah Jordan just likes the look and comfort of them.

 

[jmoo wan]

Nah Jordan just likes the look and comfort of them.

Air Jordans.

 

[eth-dog]

Named BP for the VFL.

 

[Runk]

Air Jordans.

Seriously dude, if I ever pitch a comedy show at a major station I'm getting in touch with you.

 

[BrunoV]

Named BP for the VFL.

Wil be a relief if he plays.

Another moon boot had me approaching serious unease.

Concerning thing about Riley is that his issues are structural and not unlucky impact related stuff.

 

[jmoo wan]

Seriously dude, if I ever pitch a comedy show at a major station I'm getting in touch with you.

i’m here all week.

 

[Yoda_]

why is this kid stuck on the 3rd page of our board?

Kid is made for AFL football. Brilliant today. Composed. Calm under pressure. Used it well. Cannot wait to see him develop into an AFL player as he seems good enough for it already.

 

[DERO]

why is this kid stuck on the 3rd page of our board?

Kid is made for AFL football. Brilliant today. Composed. Calm under pressure. Used it well. Cannot wait to see him develop into an AFL player as he seems good enough for it already.

Plays 23 barring injury next year Yoda.