Didnβt play because of the injuries in the seniors, means he is likely to play in the seniors against Richmond, provided there are no miraculous recoveries. Fantasia, Goddard wonβt play and Langford may not pull up/be risked either with a shoulder
We lost the Dogs game because we turned up the usual Essington sh*te and then somehow got within a few kicks late until Daniher decided to play on from 10m out.
Lav was never a defensive player in underage.
He was a flashy 12-15 touches a match with the odd clanged.
His injuries have impacted his confidence, his hamstring injuries have impacted his kicking and holds back with chasing due to his hammys.
Needs a preseason focused on strengthening his glutes and quads and he needs to work on his flexibility to support his hamstrings.
He is worth a 4th rounder at best. He will look around but will realise Essendon is place to stay.