Preview First Pick Discussion

[Greggy]

Don't think we rate him that much.

Apparently Melbourne rate him, which is a good indication to steer clear.

 

[ImaBeliever!]

I heard that when asked about his biggest weakness, he responded "Women".

Yeah, that comment when taken in isolation sounds a bit ordinary, a bit arrogant, but maybe he just has an 'ironic' sense of humour. I know I'm similar, I'll say some funny things that are designed to make fun of particular attitudes, and it doesn't mean I think that way, in fact usually the opposite. Most people get it and have a laugh, some people who don't know me misinterpret and I have to explain. It might not be good for public relations, but works a treat within a playing group.

If we do get Lennon, maybe we have to shield him from the media until we can brainwash him with Nazi-proven mind conditioning techniques.

 

[Lukey D]

I know we won't get him as he'll go after us but watched Billy Hartungs highlights and gosh he looked good!

 

[TJTIGER]

Yeah but luckily our mods will step in to stop the bitching and say
"all we are saying, is give peas a chance'

And if you don't like em, just eat your carrots……...

 

[captain cotch 9]

The HS has Lennon getting to us and also mentions we are keen on Zak Jones

 

[_kp_]

My write up on Lennon....

http://www.bigfooty.com/forum/threa...ings-progressive.1040150/page-8#post-30945509

 

[Frustrated Tiger]

The HS has Lennon getting to us and also mentions we are keen on Zak Jones

Champion Data has us choosing Dunstan.

 

[AstuteTiger]

by Paige Cardona · November 14, 2013

Pick 12 – RICHMOND

Ben Lennon
Club: Northern Knights
D.O.B.: 5.7.1995
Height: 188cm
Weight: 77kg
Position: Medium Forward/Utility
Plays Like: Dayne Beams
With talent like this available, Ben Lennon will not get past the Tigers here at pick 12, which is an absolute gift at this selection. Lennon initially trained with Richmond for a week earlier this year, as part of his AFL-AIS club placement, and the Tigers were immediately impressed with what they saw, however believed they would not be in the draft earlier enough to see him return to the Tigers once more. Lennon however, is the best offensive player in this year’s draft pool, and offensive weapon who is as dangerous as he is damaging – Lennon is an extraordinary talent. Although he’s had his critics, Lennon has saluted and executed everything asked of him this season, in what has been a demonstration of his character, work ethic and desire to compete at the next level. In the past Lennon has been comfortable off half forward, where his speed, agility and incredible marking game and a long, long penetrating kick have served him well, recruiters dared him to take his game to the next level and push up into the midfield, and towards the end of the TAC Cup season, Lennon didn’t disappoint. The move did Lennon wonders, averaging 28 disposals and two goals a game, it bought out areas of Lennon’s game that perhaps hadn’t been exposed, such as his vision, awareness and ability to really link up and prove a damaging kick going inside 50. Lennon’s strengths are his kicking and his marking, and he’s also been discussed as a player who can play a variety of roles, even off half back where some recruiters really fancy him. Lennon’s versatility means that he could prove to have some serious x-factor. He offers excitement, passion and can really turn the momentum of games with one act of brilliance. Lennon was also a three-way joint winner of the clean hands test, and rated highly in the kick rating testing at the combine, whilst also averaging 28 disposals playing for Vic Metro in the championships this year.

Other Prospects: It’s really a best available basis here for Richmond, and they’ll get their hands on one of the top 10 sliders, which looms to be Lennon. Christian Salem was originally thought to have been available here, but that looks to have diminished. Some recruiters believe that Matthew Scharenberg or Marcus Bontempelli could be available at pick 12 – which is hard to fathom given their high interest further up the pecking order.

http://www.scpaige.com.au/phantom-draft-november-edition/

 

[Calcium Man]

by Paige Cardona · November 14, 2013

Pick 12 – RICHMOND

Ben Lennon
Club: Northern Knights
D.O.B.: 5.7.1995
Height: 188cm
Weight: 77kg
Position: Medium Forward/Utility
Plays Like: Dayne Beams
With talent like this available, Ben Lennon will not get past the Tigers here at pick 12, which is an absolute gift at this selection. Lennon initially trained with Richmond for a week earlier this year, as part of his AFL-AIS club placement, and the Tigers were immediately impressed with what they saw, however believed they would not be in the draft earlier enough to see him return to the Tigers once more. Lennon however, is the best offensive player in this year’s draft pool, and offensive weapon who is as dangerous as he is damaging – Lennon is an extraordinary talent. Although he’s had his critics, Lennon has saluted and executed everything asked of him this season, in what has been a demonstration of his character, work ethic and desire to compete at the next level. In the past Lennon has been comfortable off half forward, where his speed, agility and incredible marking game and a long, long penetrating kick have served him well, recruiters dared him to take his game to the next level and push up into the midfield, and towards the end of the TAC Cup season, Lennon didn’t disappoint. The move did Lennon wonders, averaging 28 disposals and two goals a game, it bought out areas of Lennon’s game that perhaps hadn’t been exposed, such as his vision, awareness and ability to really link up and prove a damaging kick going inside 50. Lennon’s strengths are his kicking and his marking, and he’s also been discussed as a player who can play a variety of roles, even off half back where some recruiters really fancy him. Lennon’s versatility means that he could prove to have some serious x-factor. He offers excitement, passion and can really turn the momentum of games with one act of brilliance. Lennon was also a three-way joint winner of the clean hands test, and rated highly in the kick rating testing at the combine, whilst also averaging 28 disposals playing for Vic Metro in the championships this year.

Other Prospects: It’s really a best available basis here for Richmond, and they’ll get their hands on one of the top 10 sliders, which looms to be Lennon. Christian Salem was originally thought to have been available here, but that looks to have diminished. Some recruiters believe that Matthew Scharenberg or Marcus Bontempelli could be available at pick 12 – which is hard to fathom given their high interest further up the pecking order.

http://www.scpaige.com.au/phantom-draft-november-edition/

She has McCarthy at 10 and Bontempelli at 13, sounds like Collingwood have gone cold on Bontempelli and its between McCarthy and Lennon at 10.

 

[Calcium Man]

She has McCarthy at 10 and Bontempelli at 13, sounds like Collingwood have gone cold on Bontempelli and its between McCarthy and Lennon at 10.

God she has changed her whole phantom since about 7pm. Freeman from 9 to 7, Salem from 6 to 9, and Mcarthy from freo to pick 10. Cannot believe any club would pick Freeman top 10. Wonder if we are any chance for sheed as it sounds like WCE are not set either. I'd love sheed.

Poor tigs2010 will have a heart attack if her draft comes true with Battersby at 33 and Templeton at 40.

 

[bananatigz]

Yeah, that comment when taken in isolation sounds a bit ordinary, a bit arrogant, but maybe he just has an 'ironic' sense of humour. I know I'm similar, I'll say some funny things that are designed to make fun of particular attitudes, and it doesn't mean I think that way, in fact usually the opposite. Most people get it and have a laugh, some people who don't know me misinterpret and I have to explain. It might not be good for public relations, but works a treat within a playing group.

If we do get Lennon, maybe we have to shield him from the media until we can brainwash him with Nazi-proven mind conditioning techniques.

I think it has been publicised he has a quirky sense of humour somewhere

 

[AstuteTiger]

Cannot believe any club would pick Freeman top 10.

Maybe Crazy Voss gave Leppa some magic potion to continue on the madness

 

[tigs2010]

God she has changed her whole phantom since about 7pm. Freeman from 9 to 7, Salem from 6 to 9, and Mcarthy from freo to pick 10. Cannot believe any club would pick Freeman top 10. Wonder if we are any chance for sheed as it sounds like WCE are not set either. I'd love sheed.

Poor tigs2010 will have a heart attack if her draft comes true with Battersby at 33 and Templeton at 40.

I wouldn't care about Battersby. Wouldn't take him at 32 anyway. Maybe 50. Templeton on the other hand I'd kill a litter or 2 of new born puppies.

 

[captain cotch 9]

Champion Data has us choosing Dunstan.

No. Champion Data ranked Dunstan as the 12th best player.
It is a draft based on their stats through out the year. They had Mcdonald at pick 5.
It wasnt a Phantom Draft. Just a ranking

 

[TJTIGER]

I wouldn't care about Battersby. Wouldn't take him at 32 anyway. Maybe 50. Templeton on the other hand I'd kill a litter or 2 of new born puppies.

That really goes with your avatar nicely……….

 

[guruisatiger]

She has McCarthy at 10 and Bontempelli at 13, sounds like Collingwood have gone cold on Bontempelli and its between McCarthy and Lennon at 10.

collingwood have gone cold on bontempelli because he will be gone b4 pick 6 they will end up with scharenberg and aish

 

[ScallyWag1]

If we could land Salem or Lennon I'd be wrapped. Both going to be good players.

 

[guruisatiger]

If we could land Salem or Lennon I'd be wrapped. Both going to be good players.

i think the dees will grab salem at pick 9 and i think lennon should be availaable at out pick 12

 

[LuKe2428]

i think the dees will grab salem at pick 9 and i think lennon should be availaable at out pick 12

Put it this way, either way we should get one of, Lennon or Salam. Win, win really.

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[guruisatiger]

Put it this way, either way we should get one of, Lennon or Salam. Win, win really.

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yeah unless the eagles swoop on lennon at pick 11

 

[Toadvine]

Imagine how much of a boost our forward half could get with McDonough and Lennon playing regular footy. It's easy if you try.




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[LuKe2428]

yeah unless the eagles swoop on lennon at pick 11

Im happy with Sheed

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[UpTheGuts]

Don't think we rate him that much.

I heard differently, though I hope you are right.
Hardly a recruiter, either

 

[Tiger71]

I wouldn't care about Battersby. Wouldn't take him at 32 anyway. Maybe 50. Templeton on the other hand I'd kill a litter or 2 of new born puppies.

LEAVE THE PUPPIES ALONE!!!! kittens on the other hand, go for it .

 

[tigs2010]

LEAVE THE PUPPIES ALONE!!!! kittens on the other hand, go for it .

I do that for fun though.