Great expectations

[Markwebbos]

He did say Mills would give our midfield more running power, but that’s by the by

[liz]

While it’s refreshing to read something that shows some depth of knowledge of the list, the author’s previous article suggests Patton will win the Coleman. So make of it what you will...

[Markwebbos]

Beware the sleeping Swans

Cheer cheer that article!

[bloodspirit]

Beware the sleeping Swans

[bloodspirit]

According to this Foxsports Analysis AFL 2020: AFL spine rater, every club’s key players ranked, Champion Data player ratings, SuperCoach rankings | Fox Sports which ranked the 5 spines players of every team (FB, CHB, C, CHF, FF), we are actually numbered one!!

Mostly I just think this shows how little value to attach to these ratings. However, both Rampe and Aliir have outstanding ratings as defenders according to Champion data. Unfortunately the front half of our 'spine' is currently missing.

[Aaron]

According to this Foxsports Analysis AFL 2020: AFL spine rater, every club’s key players ranked, Champion Data player ratings, SuperCoach rankings | Fox Sports which ranked the 5 spines players of every team (FB, CHB, C, CHF, FF), we are actually numbered one!!

[stevoswan]

It was an exhibition game of bruise free football played at 3 quarter pace, hardly a big game with high intensity

You keep saying that and while there's some truth to it, all I'm saying is that among the games elite.....he looked very comfortable.......like he belonged. We'll keep an eye on his under pressure game and revisit this later in the season. Hell, even the best @@@@ themselves at times.....

[caj23]

It was an exhibition game of bruise free football played at 3 quarter pace, hardly a big game with high intensity

[stevoswan]

But Mills , when pressured tends to fumble badly.Plays well ( not great IMO ) but in big games with high intensity has been found wanting.Perhaps it's because he hasn't found his true position yet ? Heeney has way more upside.Just my opinion.

Yet amongst the games elite a week ago, he looked perfectly at home and played a blinder.....go figure.

[bloodspirit]

As much as I hate them, I'm slightly surprised that Hawthorn are rated so lowly. Especially with the return of Mitchell. Did they have a clean out that I missed? Also a bit surprised that the Bulldogs and Port are seen as more of a chance than Geelong.

I'm not so surprised by Hawks and Dogs. Hawks have an aging list boosted by some rebuilt players/players on their second chance, although the return of Titch and the arrival of Patton ought to help. Dogs have a terrifically talented list and are coming into their prime. I don't have a read on Port. Picking teams from 7th down is really hard. I think Geelong *probably* will play finals but I don't see them as flag contenders. Melbourne also tough to judge after going from 2018 to 2019. I'm pleased that at least one opponent rates us as finals worthy. Hopefully not the same guy who tipped Bayley Fritsch to win the Coleman medal.

[dejavoodoo44]

FULL VOTING for top8 see fox sports

Which seven other clubs apart from your own do you think can make this year’s top eight?

17 – West Coast Eagles, Richmond, GWS GIANTS
16 – Collingwood
15 – Brisbane Lions
13 – Western Bulldogs
10 – Port Adelaide
8 – Geelong Cats
5 – Melbourne
3 – St Kilda
2 – Hawthorn
1 – Essendon, North Melbourne, Sydney Swans

As much as I hate them, I'm slightly surprised that Hawthorn are rated so lowly. Especially with the return of Mitchell. Did they have a clean out that I missed? Also a bit surprised that the Bulldogs and Port are seen as more of a chance than Geelong.

[Auntie.Gerald]

FULL VOTING for top8 see fox sports

Which seven other clubs apart from your own do you think can make this year’s top eight?

17 – West Coast Eagles, Richmond, GWS GIANTS
16 – Collingwood
15 – Brisbane Lions
13 – Western Bulldogs
10 – Port Adelaide
8 – Geelong Cats
5 – Melbourne
3 – St Kilda
2 – Hawthorn
1 – Essendon, North Melbourne, Sydney Swans

[caj23]

The Allies game didn't mean anything and was hardly high intensity

[rb4x]

But Mills , when pressured tends to fumble badly.Plays well ( not great IMO ) but in big games with high intensity has been found wanting.Perhaps it's because he hasn't found his true position yet ? Heeney has way more upside.Just my opinion.

You obviously did not see Mills playing for the Allies.

[Blood Fever]

But Mills , when pressured tends to fumble badly.Plays well ( not great IMO ) but in big games with high intensity has been found wanting.Perhaps it's because he hasn't found his true position yet ? Heeney has way more upside.Just my opinion.

Your opinion just as valid as anyone's