Grigg or Jetta??

[Murph_The_Smurf]

Jetta applied a very good tackle tonight...

Just 1 ?

 

[parrot]

Grigg is progressing much better than Jetta at this stage. A lot has to do with the development environment. Under Ratten the Blues are actually developing a good gameplan, and he's giving our young players responsibility, clearly defined roles, and some latitude to back themselves even if they stuff up on occasions. Essendon, by contrast, are an imploding, directionless rabble in this post-Sheeds era. Their problems were compounded by weak decisions at board level, the appointment of a left-overs coach, and avoidance of the tough list management decisions that needed to be made. They're now paying the price big time. Hardly a great environment for a player like Jetta to develop.

 

[HBF]

I must admit I wasn't too convinced with Grigg but the last 2 games he has really impressed me.

Grigg will be a good player - he's just picking up the pace of the game now. Give him some more senior experience, another pre-season, and some more work with Bradley and co., and who knows where he might be next year.

 

[Bomba Sheldon]

Grigg or Jetta - not sure if this means did we have a choice in the darft of Jetta before Grigg, we did but chose Hampson then the Bombers went Jetta and we then chose Grigg.

If the question is who is better its way too early to make a truly informed decision other than saying that l am happy with Griggs progress. He is starting to gain more confidence with extra game time he still looks a little indecisive in that he feels he needs to handball off to his team-mates such as Carrazzo. I would prefer he was getting the handball receives from the turnover king instead. l hope he gets the occassional run up forward as we selected him as a goalkicking flanker to be part of his apprenticeship under Ratts.

 

[AlecDuncan]

Seems the commentators agree with you on the Grigg - Bower thing, as they are forever getting the two of them mixed up when calling the game.

Another reason for Bower to grow the fro.

 

[celtic_pride]

Meh I'm on the Grigg for a rising star nomination gong this week, but I bet he won't get it ...
He is one of those quiet types that will always fly under the radar i fear ..

 

[Blue Dimension]

I know Grigg had a great game yesterday and looks very promising, but i have liked the look of Jetta from day one. So if i had to choose i'd take Jetta

 

[cfc4life]

Another reason for Bower to grow the fro.

Exactly, when he first came to Carlton my nickname for him was 'Fuzzy Wuzzy' but now i look like a **** if i call him that. GROW THE FRO, GROW THE FRO!

 

[pumped]

Not 100% convinced on Grigg. Shows some good signs but also seems to lack composure at times. Would love to see him turn to his right side more and use his right foot. On the positives has great size and pace and when in his confidence zone has great intensity.

 

[dukester95]

As of the end of last round Grigg had more than double the disposals (98 - avg 16.3) of Jetta and both have kicked the one goal. Was great yesterday with 22 disposals at 91% efficiency. Will be a gun once he bulks up.

 

[Smyth94]

Just a Q:
Does Grigg play any part in your midfield rotations?

IMO Jetta hasn't been the same since he's come back from his hammy - needs to get some confidence in the two's.

 

[whippety boy]

Just a Q:
Does Grigg play any part in your midfield rotations?

IMO Jetta hasn't been the same since he's come back from his hammy - needs to get some confidence in the two's.

In our win against the Eagles Grigg was particulary good out of the middle in the last term. He looks to be an onballer in the making.

 

[Salaryman]

Jetta applied a very good tackle tonight...

Get out, he didn't

 

[The Grover]

Happy with how Grigg is performing, noticed he's prepared to hang onto the ball longer now to find the best option, which is a good sign he's not scared to take a hit if it comes his way.

 

[THEBLOODS85]

I must admit I would have said Jetta at the start of the season.

Originally I did not think that Grigg would cut it at this level but..... as I eat humble pie......he has a happy knack of finding the footy (uncontested or contested) which is a huge asset.

All he needs to do is hone up his finishing work, which will hopefully come with experience and we will have a very versatile utility type player.

As for Jetta he looks to have the tricks associated with many indigenous players and will be good for the Bombers.

As for now............Grigg!

 

[Salaryman]

Let's bump the other Hampson or Jetta thread

 

[ericpascoe]

Not 100% convinced on Grigg. Shows some good signs but also seems to lack composure at times

. .

That would be because he's played 12 games!

 

[Top4_Tiger]

Some players have 'class' and other's have 'flair'. Jetta has both of these IMO and Grigg has both of them as well when he's not kicking the ball.

Having said that I have serious doubts over Leroy and I'm glad Richmond didn't pick him up that early.

Grigg.. am I allowed to offer my honest first impression on him? I know you guys can be strict here. When I first saw him he got the ball, spun out of trouble moved liked a great athlete, took a bounce, then turned it right over under no pressure. I thought to myself, wow, but with decision making or skills like that he has a lot of work. Then the commentator said where he went in the draft and I was shocked it was so early. I have seen him a couple of times since and he wasn't too differen to that first game I saw him.

But I am not dumb enough to write off any young player too soon.

Take this opinion for what it is - an outside, neutral opinion based on AFL matches. My opinion is almost certainly far less educated than your own, but sometimes it's just good for a little outside opinion so you can variety, so take it for what it is.

I think Grigg's already shown he will be a player, it's just a matter of how good he will be.

 

[HBF]

I know Grigg had a great game yesterday and looks very promising, but i have liked the look of Jetta from day one. So if i had to choose i'd take Jetta

Essendon have used a high pick on a player that is most likely to spend his career as a small forward, whereas Carlton have taken Grigg who can play all over the ground. I know which player i'd prefer.

 

[blues4flag]

Some players have 'class' and other's have 'flair'. Jetta has both of these IMO and Grigg has both of them as well when he's not kicking the ball.

Having said that I have serious doubts over Leroy and I'm glad Richmond didn't pick him up that early.

Grigg.. am I allowed to offer my honest first impression on him? I know you guys can be strict here. When I first saw him he got the ball, spun out of trouble moved liked a great athlete, took a bounce, then turned it right over under no pressure. I thought to myself, wow, but with decision making or skills like that he has a lot of work. Then the commentator said where he went in the draft and I was shocked it was so early. I have seen him a couple of times since and he wasn't too differen to that first game I saw him.

But I am not dumb enough to write off any young player too soon.

Take this opinion for what it is - an outside, neutral opinion based on AFL matches. My opinion is almost certainly far less educated than your own, but sometimes it's just good for a little outside opinion so you can variety, so take it for what it is.

I think Grigg's already shown he will be a player, it's just a matter of how good he will be.

No problem with your opinion - I had the same doubts about Grigg. However, his last two games have really seen him step up in terms of confidence and decision making.

 

[thylacine60]

No problem with your opinion - I had the same doubts about Grigg. However, his last two games have really seen him step up in terms of confidence and decision making.

The significant difference in mindset and consequently performance a couple of wins can provide.

 

[gbatman]

Grigg so far, jetta looks like another fast player who can't get the footy, Jetta will get better and needs to be in a better side, Grigg looks a smart player and his game is growing and being fertilised by the confidence he is getting, can't wait until he fills out and gets some meat on him!

Can see him being a Heath Shaw type.

 

[thylacine60]

Grigg so far, jetta looks like another fast player who can't get the footy, Jetta will get better and needs to be in a better side, Grigg looks a smart player and his game is growing and being fertilised by the confidence he is getting, can't wait until he fills out and gets some meat on him!

Can see him being a Heath Shaw type.

Off the land? Primary producer possibly, gb?

 

[bomba4eva]

Essendon have used a high pick on a player that is most likely to spend his career as a small forward, whereas Carlton have taken Grigg who can play all over the ground. I know which player i'd prefer.

If you are going to make a comment so heavily in your own players favour then at least get it right. Jetta has started off as a small forward with the intention to move him into the midfield rotations once he develops the required engine. Ever since his hamstring injury he hasnt been quite right. Has played poorly and may be dropped to the resreves. Id persevere with him for another week. Has plenty of talent. Played just under a dozen games I believe. Was severely restricted with a groin injury last season.

 

[Artie Bucco]

Way too early to call really, both have looked good in patches. Obviously Jetta has missed a lot of game time with injury.

I'd say Grigg at this stage as he is the more versatile player, and in the last month has stepped up late in the game when under pressure ie. West coast and Fremantle games.