Hawthorn simply can not compete with an accountable team with a strong defence or a hard-running midfield, and can't play interstate. Look at the teams they have lost to
Brisbane (Gabba) - Played crap
Bulldogs (MCG) - Both midfields got lots of it. Bulldogs kicked it forwards, Hawthorn kicked it backwards
Fremantle (Subi) - Played crap
Sydney (MCG) - Shut down
Adelaide (AAMI) - Shut down and played terribly
St Kilda (TD) - Shut down and outgunned
The Hawks should be around the 6-10 mark on the ladder. They have over-performed this year and opposition teams are now working them out. They will be a powerhouse team in 2-3 years, but not right now.
Brisbane (Gabba) - Played crap
Bulldogs (MCG) - Both midfields got lots of it. Bulldogs kicked it forwards, Hawthorn kicked it backwards
Fremantle (Subi) - Played crap
Sydney (MCG) - Shut down
Adelaide (AAMI) - Shut down and played terribly
St Kilda (TD) - Shut down and outgunned
The Hawks should be around the 6-10 mark on the ladder. They have over-performed this year and opposition teams are now working them out. They will be a powerhouse team in 2-3 years, but not right now.

