Jason Cloke - PSD?

[warney7]

I'm not asking whether you want Essendon to take him, rather, do you think Knights will aim to get him onto the list for 2008?

I get the feeling that Cloke did well in the VFL this year and Knights obviously had the benefit of watching him each week.

If you don't think he'll be taken, any other players you can think of that you'd expect to be available that you'd like to see at Essendon, for nothing?

 

[efcboy]

if knights does draft cloke the sharks will be circling

 

[monty1104]

I have a feeling we will take him in the PD if he registers for it.I feel we have missed Soloman this year, and Cloke can fill his role; roaming half back and being almost an enforcer. He has had a great season, and Knights will be keen on him IMO.

 

[LukeParkerno1]

Rather a few other options- we need midfielders first and foremost, possibly a ruckman.

 

[bomberandy]

Just say NO!!!!!!!!!

 

[efcboy]

Just say NO!!!!!!!!!

Vote: No!

 

[warney7]

As far as taking a pick in the PSD goes, would you rather see Essendon just use pick 71 (for example) and fill the spot on the list with a kid who could turn into something special?

Because what did we get 2 years ago?
Campo and Heff...........and look where we are now.

I'm starting to think that it's a waste of a space investing in another recycled player.

 

[efcboy]

As far as taking a pick in the PSD goes, would you rather see Essendon just use pick 71 (for example) and fill the spot on the list with a kid who could turn into something special?

Because what did we get 2 years ago?
Campo and Heff...........and look where we are now.

I'm starting to think that it's a waste of a space investing in another recycled player.

agree 100%. you could unearth a champion out of the national draft by fluke. in the psd you know what you are getting and it aint that special.

 

[LukeParkerno1]

As far as taking a pick in the PSD goes, would you rather see Essendon just use pick 71 (for example) and fill the spot on the list with a kid who could turn into something special?

Because what did we get 2 years ago?
Campo and Heff...........and look where we are now.

I'm starting to think that it's a waste of a space investing in another recycled player.

Campo was worth the risk- when he was on the ground he was probably our most effective disposal by foot. Yes he had injuries but he was definitely worth the risk. If you asked me last year I would say use pick 71 (strong draft- heck Rodan went with one of the last picks), but this year I would rather punt with 1-2 recycled players who could be "solid" players at Essendon. I would seriously look at Bentick (Carl) as the midfielder and look at a Ruckman as well.

 

[warney7]

Did Bentick get delisted?

Unless they're under 24 I wouldn't bother with them

We're not going to be a contender for another 3 years at least!

So Bentick would fit I guess.

But I'm still not sold on the idea, definitely not to get a 2-year player!

 

[High Ryder]

James Flaherty would be a much better option than Cloke.

 

[LukeParkerno1]

Did Bentick get delisted?

Unless they're under 24 I wouldn't bother with them

We're not going to be a contender for another 3 years at least!

So Bentick would fit I guess.

But I'm still not sold on the idea, definitely not to get a 2-year player!

Bentick is 22 or 23 from memory maybe even 21 to be honest. As far as I know, yes he has been delisted. He is a good player, just has been stuffed around by Carlton playing him in non-familiar positions.

 

[citizen-erased]

If bentick was delisted, he would be a good pickup. one imagines spaces are limited at carlton with Judd, Stevens, Murphy, Gibbs, Carrazzo etc.

 

[LukeParkerno1]

Yep, and could really help our depth. And he can play a number of roles including tagger as well.

 

[Burzum]

James Flaherty would be a much better option than Cloke.

I agree.

 

[Bombertastic]

Carlton delist Bentick. Now that is shocking to me. He would be handy. Was fare and square shafted playing out of position.

 

[LukeParkerno1]

Would be a damn good pickup, even late in the National Draft.

 

[Rambo Stallone]

Adam Bentick isn't delisted,who told you that.I think his spot might be hard next year with Stevens and possibly Judd there as he isn't quick as some of our other midfielders.The guy is a good tough player, but maybe we need to trade him because we starting to have too much midfielders and he deserve to play 22 games a season for someone.

 

[The Donners]

As far as taking a pick in the PSD goes, would you rather see Essendon just use pick 71 (for example) and fill the spot on the list with a kid who could turn into something special?

Because what did we get 2 years ago?
Campo and Heff...........and look where we are now.

I'm starting to think that it's a waste of a space investing in another recycled player.

'06- Mal Michael??

IMO nothing wrong in using PSD for an experienced player for a position that hasn't been filled.

Having said that, J Cloke is too slow for top grade football and the deal Sheedy had with Cloke should not be carried on by Knights. Cloke was promised a position on our senior list but it was given to Michael instead.

I would be looking at either picking up an 18 year project player or perhaps looking at an uncontracted player... perhaps Meeson from Adelaide???

 

[AndyLesPaul]

James Flaherty?
gimme news on him.

 

[jodo27]

Would be a damn good pickup, even late in the National Draft.

Why ? Do you even watch football. He is slow and has poor skill execution by hand and foot. He is also a defender who cannot stand an opponent. He would add nothing at all to the list and would be the quickest way possible for Knights to disenfranchise the supporters.

I am tipping Matty is not that dumb !

 

[footy_paul]

Westhoff was pick 71 and looks promising, i say we take a project player, tall, athletic etc, id rather take a risk with an inexpensive player with lots of upside, then someone elses rubbish

 

[Vulture_72]

Would have to do something about his hair before I would consider taking him. So it would seem unlikley.

 

[donsman]

NOOOOOO!!!!! Bolton also played well in the VFL. NOOOO!!!

 

[FandangoDingo]

I have a feeling we will take him in the PD if he registers for it.I feel we have missed Soloman this year, and Cloke can fill his role; roaming half back and being almost an enforcer. He has had a great season, and Knights will be keen on him IMO.

What's role is that? Giving away stupid free kicks and soft 50 metre penalties at crucial times?? No thanks.