Kelly has no unique weapons. Won't make it in the AFL, at least in our team
Yeah that presents a bit of a problem.
He's one of those no-nonsense defenders. He's got good athleticism and strength so can play on a variety of opponents, and he will go out there and give you 110% all day every day making sure he burys his opponent into the ground. Problem is you can't ONLY be a 1v1 shutdown defender in modern football, especially if you want to be playing in a top 4 side. We've seen exactly that with Talia over the past 2 years and his transformation.
Going back maybe 5 or 10 years people would have regarded him as a jet. I love the kid and his competitive nature, but I just don't think he will make it at this club with the style of defence that we play and the personnel that we have.
Would be a great pick up for another club however.