
Testimony to the AFL's "evening up" process with the draft and salary cap is this week's Grand Final. It is being played between the 1998 and 1999 Wooden Spooners.
Brisbane Lions are a marvellous side and Leigh Matthews has done a great job, whereas Eddie McGuire and Mick Malthouse have moved mountains in getting Collingwood to where they are.
My question is, "If Brisbane win back to back premierships, should they still be allowed priority draft picks, and extra salary cap allowances?"
Their ability to retain 3 or 4 Brownlow Medallists is greater than that of most other clubs in the AFL. (I am thinking perhaps Lappin or Headland may win one in future).
Are these concessions appropriate in order to foster football in Queensland, or should the AFL review their stance on the Brisbane Lions?
Brisbane Lions are a marvellous side and Leigh Matthews has done a great job, whereas Eddie McGuire and Mick Malthouse have moved mountains in getting Collingwood to where they are.
My question is, "If Brisbane win back to back premierships, should they still be allowed priority draft picks, and extra salary cap allowances?"
Their ability to retain 3 or 4 Brownlow Medallists is greater than that of most other clubs in the AFL. (I am thinking perhaps Lappin or Headland may win one in future).
Are these concessions appropriate in order to foster football in Queensland, or should the AFL review their stance on the Brisbane Lions?