Its good that there seems to be more options and guys who deserve it.
Captain: Merrett
Vice: McGrath
Extended Leadership Group: Redman, Langford, Martin
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Win a final
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When i went to the club media day, we stayed behind a bit when all other media left, I noticed McGrath having a long meeting with about 10 first or second year players at the club and was firmly talking to them. They were hanging on his every word. Went on for sometime (at least 30 mins when i could see across the room) and it came across as a weekly type meeting Andy conducts as a leader
Just made me think then on what we don’t see behind four walls at the club.
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I know we spend a fair bit of time rightfully bemoaning some of our early draft selections, but you’d be pretty happy drafting a Nic Martin with a top 10 pick. Bloke just seems like one of those absolute professionals in wanting to improve and now showing his leadership potential.
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Win a flag.
The end.
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You missed the key step.
FARK CARLTON.
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Yes, I accept full responsibility for this glaring oversight. I’ll take a self imposed ban and reflect on the type of poster that I want to be.
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Can’t wait for another McGrath, ’ The playing group is hurting just as much as the fans’ presser; such a polished speaker.
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That performance wasn’t us. It’s not who we are.
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Clearly, different types of leadership and McGrath excels behind the scenes apparently.
Problem is, a leader must lead on field first and foremost and not buckle (panicked, blind kicks invariably leading to opposition goals, gifting them momentum or worse still, stifling whatever momentum Essendon are trying to exert) under pressure when leadership is most needed for a team trying to build credibility in the comp.
When he speaks to the microphone/camera it comes across as corporate coach speak, lacking credibility. Words and actions just don’t align and as a supporter, he does not inspire, he lacks presence.
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Wasn’t sure if Redman would get in based on his form last year but ultimately happy with those selections and I think it was time to extend the leadership group.
Duursma, Caldwell & Durham should be next in line IMO.
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- Steal all the underpants
Surely we’ve got a better VC option than Andrew “Platitudes” McGrath?
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Imagine a packed out home final at the G and winning it would be glorious there would be some scarf waving to be sure.
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Was really hoping for Caldwell/Durham in there.
But mostly good selections otherwise.
Martin a great inclusion.
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I’m happy with winning a game this season
Also, can we ■■■■■■■ beat Geelong. It’s embarrassing how we crumble to them.
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2 chances this year.
Surely we take 1 
Shame Weid was delisted. He was a shoo in for captain. Assuming Brad gets final say on that.