Prediction Changes v Freo (3:15pm Sunday @ Marvel)

[DueWest]

Are you guys hearing they are looking to inject VDM into the forward line? That is the rumble.

I think it is an error when we have Treloar who is a more experienced and better user of the football than VDM.

Also a concern, if VDM is in it looks like Garcia may be a sub which is a complete waste of Garcia. Like Westy, I have been a fan of Garcia from Day 1. Built for the tough sh*t.

After his last several games VDM needs to go back to vfl to earn his spot

 

[Golden_6]

Are you guys hearing they are looking to inject VDM into the forward line? That is the rumble.

I think it is an error when we have Treloar who is a more experienced and better user of the football than VDM.

Also a concern, if VDM is in it looks like Garcia may be a sub which is a complete waste of Garcia. Like Westy, I have been a fan of Garcia from Day 1. Built for the tough sh*t.

It would be absolutely mind boggling to inject VDM into anything given he was sub with no impact two weeks in a row, an awful against the Demons followed by a concussion.

He does not deserve a spot within the 23 given his form and the players we have in the VFL.

That side, I wouldn’t be surprised.

 

[grassman75]

Or Nick Foot!

Saving them for the Elim final

 

[Snarls Barkley]

After his last several games VDM needs to go back to vfl to earn his spot

Should but won't

Last year was something incredible. 20 of the worst games you'll see and was still selected over Rhylee West for the final

 

[Doggies7]

I fully expect VDM to be in the final team. When he is available he is always picked and doesn't play VFL.

 

[MaxiBont]

Just realised we’ll get an extended bench tonight

 

[weltschmerz]

VDM is not in the extended squad.

 

[Bald]

I felt like Garcia did a fair bit right. Sanders struggled more than Garcia.

Yeah I agree but the point was more looking at players who’ve attended CBAs consistently. Garcia attends 1/5th whereas Sanders is fewer than 1/10th.

 

[Doggies7]

I fully expect VDM to be in the final team. When he is available he is always picked and doesn't play VFL.

Welp I was wrong, happy they went away from a usual favourite for more in form players.

I wonder if Arty is a chance to come in for Sanders as the impact sub?

 

[X_box_X]

 

[Doggies7]

Also happy that they are backing in Buss and Croft for the structure and rewarding the young KPPs in a big game.

Edit * assuming both make the final which I think they will at this stage.

 

[BallaratBulldog]

Also happy that they are backing in Buss and Croft for the structure and rewarding the young KPPs in a big game.

Might be dropping Buss for Jones/Coffeild

 

[JohnnySteel]

Also happy that they are backing in Buss and Croft for the structure and rewarding the young KPPs in a big game.

Speaking abit early with Buss, he is listed on the bench & Liam Jones is now in the extended squad. But I hope he stays in.

 

[bresker]

I don't follow footy in WA too much, I had idea Oscar McDonald

21

Oscar Mcdonald

Age

29

Ht

196cm

Wt

100kg

Pos.

Def

Career

Season

Last 5

D

13.2

3star

K

7.9

3star

HB

5.2

4star

M

4.2

4star

T

1.6

4star

MG

191.4

3star

D

11.3

3star

K

7.7

3star

HB

3.7

3star

M

3.7

4star

T

1.7

3star

MG

157.7

3star

D

14.8

4star

K

5.4

2star

HB

9.4

5star

M

4.4

4star

T

0.4

3star

MG

138.4

3star

played for Freo. Hopefully he gets a game at the weekend.

 

[JohnnySteel]

Sellwood has been playing better than Coffield in the VFL but Still can’t crack the bench. I guess they are ruling out a debut for him this year.

 

[MaxiBont]

Might be dropping Buss for Jones/Coffeild

No chance

 

[Optimistic Dog]

I feel if Sanders get dropped and misses finals if we make it, he will be looking to be part of the Tassie team when they come in. So be it you can only pick the team on merit not what may happen in the future.

 

[JohnnySteel]

I feel if Sanders get dropped and misses finals if we make it, he will be looking to be part of the Tassie team when they come in. So be it you can only pick the team on merit not what may happen in the future.

There’s no way he is staying regardless IMO. He’ll be Tassie’s number 1 mid. Captain in waiting. Won’t get the same opportunity with us. Freijah already ahead of him re: midfield minutes.

 

[Doggies7]

Speaking abit early with Buss, he is listed on the bench & Liam Jones is now in the extended squad. But I hope he stays in.

Yep true, edited to add assuming both named

 

[Unorth]

Disappointed we aren't taking the chance on Treloar even as sub - Reminds me a bit of not picking an available West against the Hawks last year and letting Sicily destroy McNeil instead.

That said I'm pleasantly surprised an available VDM has not been picked for the first time in years. Good to know Bevo resisted the devil on his shoulder telling him to do so. Funny that we give VDM 3 years and his form plummets to the point where he falls out of the side completely...very Gardner-esque.

Interesting bench. Sanders and Buss the ones probably most nervous. Jones and Jones surely the most likely to come in if any, but would be surprised.

 

[RWnBluey]

No Dolan. Is he still suffering from the concussion?

 

[Doggies7]

Thinking about it, for the role that will be asked of this person, I think I prefer Arty in over McNeil or Sanders. Either the running HFF or even sub role, I think Arty might be a better option over the other two. Has had 4 weeks back at VFL so should have built the fitness base up again. Interested to see what they do.

 

[BrisDog]

No Dolan. Is he still suffering from the concussion?

No, he is available. I don’t think he is the guy the match committee turns to to get us through a must-win game at this stage of his career. Maybe next year he will be a regular.

 

[JohnnySteel]

Thinking about it, for the role that will be asked of this person, I think I prefer Arty in over McNeil or Sanders. Either the running HFF or even sub role, I think Arty might be a better option over the other two. Has had 4 weeks back at VFL so should have built the fitness base up again. Interested to see what they do.

Definitely would prefer Arty as well. Unfortunately I think the other two have more credits in the bank though & will likely get selected.

 

[Libba39]

Might be dropping Buss for Jones/Coffeild

Jones is probably the best match-up for Luke Jackson.