Forget that you support geelong and step back abd look at the facts.
PD would know that they're a finals chance. And that all this conjecture traditionally hasn't been good for a sides fighting it out for a finals spot. He's also be more than aware that given the tragedy they've lived through , him resigning would be a massive boost to a group of people he loves.
And honestly does anyone really believe he hasn't thought about this decision? Sorry but he's known for 2 years this was coming. And the Crows have been trying to extend his contract for the best part of 2 years. Those that know paddy will tell you he's a VERY switched on kid, just like his dad john. They're savvy men. He knows exactly what he's doing.
The reality is that he legally can not come out and say anything except -
1. I'm staying
Or
2 I haven't decided anything else gets him de registered as an afl player.
Finally. For those wondering about a hawthorn or pies swoop.
His family are super tight. Mum works for frank costa. Anyone who thinks he wants to drive from Waverley to Moggs regularly is dreaming. That takes almost as long as flying Adelaide to Avalon and driving to Moggs.
Add in the people who actually know the family who are coming out saying " he's coming home"
I promise you guys - it's a done deal.
On other list changes I'm "informed on"
Motlop is gone.
S Selwood is a done deal - and if they can get danger as aFA as opposed to a trade - then Henderson will come. The only fear is if we have to tease it'll take motlop and a first rounder .
Thanks for sharing.
But do you mind elaborating on this.
In particular:
- Why is he 'gone'? what has made him leave?
- If it's money, is it because of our salary cap squeeze with danger + scooter pushing him out? Or are we say offering 500 and he's been offered say, 600? - if the former, I'd be extremely disappointed if we are getting average players like scooter at the expense of guns like Motlop. If it's the latter, why on earth would he move for such a small jump?? I could imagine gun players moving for say, 400k rises but not $100, and if it was $100, the GFC would surely up their offer to something in the middle if it's affordale to make the difference trivial. It just doesn't make sense.
- Why wouldn't Geelong fight hard to keep him? He is a GUN
- Would Geelong demand he choose a range of clubs so we can get the best deal, or would we be 'accommodating'?
- What would be looking for in a trade? I've heard he is linked to Richmond. But Richmond will have probably pick 14 - 16, which is surely not enough. Motlop is worth a single digit pick. We cannot afford to lose one of our best young players, who can become a top 20 player in the AFL, in the age bracket we severely lack for a late first round speculative pick.