Changes v Richmond

[E Shed]

I suppose there is always the possibility that Suban did what was asked of him in terms of structures and contributed overall to Ross's grand plan. Has shown he can be a damaging player at times so perhaps he's getting 2 in a row to try and build some confidence and run.

 

[kp junior]

On Fox League teams they mentioned Sandilands has pulled out of a planned quarter time Foxtel interview, suggesting he may play

 

[Alfonz]

People overestimate how much difference someone like Lower would make. It would be very minimal. Fyfe and McPharlin make a huge difference, so that is all that matters ... the team selection is fine.

 

[Demons09]

On Fox League teams they mentioned Sandilands has pulled out of a planned quarter time Foxtel interview, suggesting he may play

That could be because he is lining up for EF in the Wafl, EF kicks off 30 mins before the Dockers V Tigers game.

 

[freoextra]

There has to be more to it as others have suggested. It's the only explanation.

The simple explanation is that Lower is just 1 week back from a major concussion. If anyone does not perform in the midfield on Saturday he will be back in next week.

 

[Purple Jesus]

Why is Suban playing? Gotta sub someone out...

 

[EaglesFlyingHigh]

That could be because he is lining up for EF in the Wafl, EF kicks off 30 mins before the Dockers V Tigers game.

EF play on Sunday mate

 

[Jetau]

People overestimate how much difference someone like Lower would make. It would be very minimal. Fyfe and McPharlin make a huge difference, so that is all that matters ... the team selection is fine.

Absolutely. It's a really strong team and we should win well

 

[Mockcockpit]

The Hawks are light on in the ruck department, do they have a forward we *might* be able to use?

 

[Pusswah]

No Lower hurts, hopefully they just waiting till the NMFC game, surprised to see Suban still named, hope he can turn his season around, 70M player

****, he's not bad is he. Strikes me as a pure footballer. Good decision making, good kick, tough as nails. Knows where to put the footy to advantage. We'll see what happens I guess.

 

[Dockernut]

****, he's not bad is he. Strikes me as a pure footballer. Good decision making, good kick, tough as nails. Knows where to put the footy to advantage. We'll see what happens I guess.

Yeah, really surprised he's not getting a game on the back of that performance. He reminds me a bit of Josh Carr in stoppages, just that sort of upright kicking style and general in and under mongrel. Nice card to have up our sleeves should we progress into September.

 

[Big Animal]

Predictions of 3-6 outs shows how delusional the supporters are. Nothing more

Regarding Lower - Barlow mentioned that for a while he was fine for several training sessions, then would feel it again. They are likely going to give him another game in the WAFL, monitor him again, and then make an assessment. Who would you drop from the midfield rotation for him?

If they were concerned for him feeling it again or any such aftereffects, I can't understand why he'd be playing football at any level this week then?

 

[Arcassius]

They could not play him and never know if there are any residual side effects? I'm all for them handling people cautiously

 

[Big Animal]

Not having a go, just not sure I'm understanding where you're coming from/suggesting

 

[Arcassius]

All I'm saying is - better they treat him a little conservatively and he has a recurrence in the WAFL than in the AFL during a crunch game? If the nausea is related to moving - a couple of games in the WAFL would be better for him than just training drills to assess where he's at. If that makes more sense?

I havent slept in 2 days, it may not I know what I'm trying to say - just not coming out right lol

 

[muckypup]

****, he's not bad is he. Strikes me as a pure footballer. Good decision making, good kick, tough as nails. Knows where to put the footy to advantage. We'll see what happens I guess.

A cut above in that montage.

 

[Reginald Perrin]

A cut above in that montage.

Possession-wise it was impressive, but disposal didn't seem up to AFL standard.

 

[muckypup]

Yeah look I'm an angry Aboriginal. I edited it and cut out some stuff - I think the Lower out is killing me more than the Walters ommisions (spelling?) earlier on in the year.

But son son doing so well now you must be happy! Class! Can't be far off a Marn Grook appearance. Maybe next year ay.

 

[muckypup]

Possession-wise it was impressive, but disposal didn't seem up to AFL standard.

Yeah, some scrubby kicks but good decision making.

 

[Dockernut]

But son son doing so well now you must be happy! Class! Can't be far off a Marn Grook appearance. Maybe next year ay.

They only interview/cover Melbourne-based indigenous players.

I remember Hilly having a blinder one week last year and they interviewed Matt Thomas .

 

[strobe00]

Yeah, some scrubby kicks but good decision making.

Was more impressed with the attack on the ball. He's still a step above everyone else in our side in that aspect (including even De Boer). Would be nice to see him get a spot rotation between a forward flank, on-ball and the bench. He won't be picked as a first choice on-baller while we still have Fyfe, Barlow and Mundy all available.

Was pleasantly surprised by some of his kicks... as I don't think his kicking is particularly good. Definitely more of a fetcher than a distributor. Don't know enough about footy to understand the decision making aspect, but he looked composed in traffic and took a bit of time while evading/balking the defenders rather than just slamming it on the boot.

 

[feds2000]

Yeah, really surprised he's not getting a game on the back of that performance. He reminds me a bit of Josh Carr in stoppages, just that sort of upright kicking style and general in and under mongrel. Nice card to have up our sleeves should we progress into September.

i think thats the idea, my mate always laughs at Lower becasue he is his own worst enemy, just cant help himself, so maybe they hoping we get over richmond and NMFC and use Lower as a finals player

 

[JunglistPosse]

Lower not playing WAFL today..is it possible he comes in?? (hope Fyfe is OK)

 

[bruzaar62]

after watching Lowers highlights from last week its little wonder he is getting head injuries ,the blokes a kamakazi pilot...seems to jump into packs head first...love his attack on the ball but needs to protect himself more

 

[13then7]

6PR reporting Sandilands is in today!