I like that the Crows have a strong presence on the Footy Show, it makes it half-watchable at times. I dont think any other non-Melbourne club has as much presence on the show.
I think it was good of Smart to show some confidence. When you start to believe you can't win and wont make it then you won't, no matter how hard you try. You need to believe.
I also think Smart was the only intelligent person on the show by giving it to Hird, he was 100% right that it was not the place to air the dirty laundry.
Not sure if you will beat Fremantle or make the top 4 but I liked how Smart handled himself on the show.
Brisbane's handouts were not just monetary, they were still receiving priority draft picks whilst winning premierships, so it is no wonder they still have enourmous depth and the ability to keep them at the club.
Brisbane deserve the cups they won but they were not playing under the same rules as everyone else and it is something that will always be associated with their success. The same questions marks over Carlton who breached their salary cap during their era of success. Whilst Brisbane did not cheat, it is hard to expect other teams to compete when they do not have the same opportunities.
If Brisbane was spanking the Crows in successive grand finals it would probably be more on your mind than it is at the moment. I think all clubs deserve to have an even playing field and an equal chance of success. It is far from it at the moment, and not jsut talking about Brisbane. Collingwood for all their complaining get a gimpy draw year after year.