Yeah, the HS went a bit different too with their wording - "The Herald Sun understands North Melbourne, who offered Kelly an estimated $11 million over nine years to defect after the 2017 season, is aware Kelly is likely to remain a Giant".
I guess end of the day we're staying in it until we win it or lose it but there won't be any chicken counting prematurely this time.
Yep, you've got to be in it to win it - my mob (the Eagles are rumoured to keep Steve Coniglio under close watch) are in the same boat, though in both cases I'd prefer to see the Giants keep their talent.