Yep we should show that yet again push us and we fall.
For once in our history could we actually show some Steele and not be walked over by the establishment
Wow not all that excited about that, hope it doesn't play out like you think.
Well then they win this one. 4 might get us Wright, it will get us a good player. 4 and 6 and then the picks in the 20's is a good hand. We still don't know what we get for Cooney or Jones.
But Griffen is a steal for that. I think it will make us more determined than ever to come even harder at them next year.
I don't agree it shows us falling over or the end of the world.
I think the point we differ on is what Griffen is worth in a trade.
1.He turns 29 next season. Maybe 2-3 elite years left, solid thereafter. Bodies can fall apart quickly and few players make it past 32 or 33.
2.Is coming off an okay season but well below his AA year.
3.Has injury concerns which impact performance (see point 2).
4.No leadership qualities that would really benefit the youngsters at GWS.
5.If this rebuild leads to a GF it will be after Griff has retired.
Pick 4 (or any pick for that matter) is a gamble but with 4 you would expect a 200 - 250 games player at high standard. IF we can get something on top of 4 I think its a great deal for us.