It's a good argument. However they play different positions. I'd rather Rowbottom playing the role he plays more than Buddy or Heeney. Similarly, I'd obviously rather Buddy/Heeney playing over Rowbottom in the forward line. The Skilton Medal is based on coaches votes so it gives a good indication of how a player is judged by those selecting the team. The original post that I quoted suggested that Rowbottom might be under pressure from players like Jordon and Sheldrick. That may eventually be true but as it currently stands, over the last two years Rowbottom was considered by the coaches to have done his job as well or better than almost every other midfielder. If Jordon, Sheldrick, Adams, or any other midfielder ends up in the top 3 in the Skilton then everyone here will be thrilled but unfortunately for RB, he doesn't get the same love because he doesn't have the same sexy tricks.
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