Still a question mark. I’m not sure how much better Ratugolea and BZT makes their defence. I wouldn’t put either in the elite bracket so I’m not sure how much that moves the needle. Untimate benefit might be that it frees up Aliir Aliir completely. The ruck situation again Lycett retiring and getting Soldo in, how much better does that make them? Sweet as well from the Dogs, he’s just a goer. It’s not like they’ve signed Grundy.
Midfield is very exciting with Rozee and Butters the 2 prime movers and if JHF can really explode that’s a trio you can bank on for close to a decade. Still think Kenny is under massive pressure despite signing a new contract. Straight sets exit puts the microscope right back on them and a sluggish start to 2024 will have the natives restless. Eagles (H), Tigers (A), Dees (H), Bombers (H), Dockers (H) first 5. Should be 4-1 at a minimum with that start.
I think Ken is on a two year deal becuase they simply cannot have a coach on a one year deal. If they dont make a prelim, I think they will move him on.
I think they have Carr lined up handover wise, they’ve given Ken the 2yrs to try and make something happen with the group & clearly there is buy in but in effect in year 2 be passing over the reigns
I take it you’re referring to JHF? Yeah I think he’s really gonna break out and emerge as a top liner. He has all the physical attributes and the skill. If his running capacity based on his pre-season is as advertised by Port’s fitness staff he should have a sensational year.
Pre-season game not included in that suspension. Like Kozzy Pickett last night, or Elijah Hollands. Both missing the first two H&A games through suspension.
Freo vs Port this week will be a very interesting watch. You’d say both are best young midfields in the comp currently. Age profile of first option trios.
