Opinion Qualifying Final Changes vs. Sydney

[JamFrank]

Well, if we're all this confused, hopefully it's having a similar effect over in Sydney.

"What is Ross up to?"

 

[Stronzo]

Taberner to play back, filling in for Johnson, Clarke as permanent forward, Griff backup ruck.

 

[ChimpaWompa]

How do you reverse the effects of a rain dance?

 

[walken79]

Can anyone confirm if Sandi flew?

 

[Freo88]

Just handed them the game IMO. That is if there isn't a late change. There is no spot for three rucks. Would prefer Mayne to go back and bring in De Boer or better still leave Crozier in.

Yes that is precicely what has just happened... Have some faith that the coaching staff actually know what they're doing. Obviously they have a plan, they havent just woken up this morning and said, 'yeah i think Griff needs a game, barely played all year'.

A lot of planning and strategies are currently in motion behind closed doors, there is quite obviously a reason for his inclusion i think.

 

[JamFrank]

Maybe Griffin to go to Franklin, Vickery style.

 

[clogged]

Just handed them the game IMO. That is if there isn't a late change. There is no spot for three rucks. Would prefer Mayne to go back and bring in De Boer or better still leave Crozier in.

Buh?

There are 25 players selected. There will be one or two late changes

 

[36Crazyfists]

Yeah, right.

 

[Fred Ziffel]

Or even Smith's first game where David Hale monstered him. Not too sure we'll be seeing left field choices like Mora and Smith in a Qual final.

I think you're being flattering to David Hale.
IIRC Tanner Smith should have received four free kicks for in the back from Hale ; Appalling umpiring.

 

[The Speaker]

Taberner to play back, filling in for Johnson, Clarke as permanent forward, Griff backup ruck.

Why would you put Taberner back given how well he's played up forward?

 

[Stronzo]

Why would you put Taberner back given how well he's played up forward?

Ross has played him back before, and maybe he's the most suited for the Johnson role.

 

[The Speaker]

Ross has played him back before, and maybe he's the most suited for the Johnson role.

He played one game in the backline which was unconvincing.

He's played three games in the forward line which have been very convincing, and delivered far more than Clarke would as a perma-forward.

Ibbotson has to take the Johnson role.

 

[Docker82]

Yes that is precicely what has just happened... Have some faith that the coaching staff actually know what they're doing. Obviously they have a plan, they havent just woken up this morning and said, 'yeah i think Griff needs a game, barely played all year'.

A lot of planning and strategies are currently in motion behind closed doors, there is quite obviously a reason for his inclusion i think.

Just stating my opinion. I was quite confident in us winning this with Crozier/Suban/De Boer or even A.Pearce in there instead but not anymore. Griffin is a no.1 ruck only. He's never been capable of playing a number two. I'd obviously be more happy to be wrong though so hopefully I am.

 

[wild side]

Robbing our forward line is no way to win the game.
Sandi obviously in some doubt, so Griff is cover.

 

[yoong]

How well does Sandi play in the wet? I really can't remember.

I suspect Sandi is still a little sore, but ok to play, but not as effective in the wet or too taxing.
Dry - Sandi play
Rain - Griff play

 

[Docker82]

Buh?

There are 25 players selected. There will be one or two late changes

I hope you are right because with two rucks in the team I was actually rather confident tbh.

 

[36Crazyfists]

Wouldn't you just name Griff as an emg if Sandi was in doubt and keep Croz in? Or would that take away the fun? Seems strange!

 

[Righteo]

I think you're being flattering to David Hale.
IIRC Tanner Smith should have received four free kicks for in the back from Hale ; Appalling umpiring.

Not at all Fred, let's not pretend he wouldn't cop worse treatment against the protected beings of the Sydney forward line.

I have no doubt he's gotten better strength wise in those sorts of contests but still it would be rough.

 

[Stronzo]

He played one game in the backline which was unconvincing.

He's played three games in the forward line which have been very convincing, and delivered far more than Clarke would as a perma-forward.

Ibbotson has to take the Johnson role.

You're probably right, but I'd say Taberner can be a lot more effective where ever he plays now that he has confidence.

 

[Pavs_Risotto]

Robbing our forward line is no way to win the game.
Sandi obviously in some doubt, so Griff is cover.

I agree with this. Sandi looked sore at the end of the port game. I'd say he will be given until the last moment to show that he's OK. If he is, Crozier in for Grif if dry, mdb in if wet.

 

[Spoken4]

Ross has played him back before, and maybe he's the most suited for the Johnson role.

Ibbo is most suited to the Johnson role.

 

[Boppo]

I like the idea of DeBoer being in the mix. Another rainy day today in Syd, if this keeps up another strong bodied mid could be useful.

 

[Allikat]

Maybe we're just picking up where West Coast left the season. 3 rucks is totally successful right?

 

[PorcelainBus]

Freo's flight cancelled - probably won't get to Sydney until tomorrow due to Sydney Airport curfew

 

[calaisking]

Freo's flight cancelled - probably won't get to Sydney until tomorrow due to Sydney Airport curfew

pls tell me your joking