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Re: 2018 Rd 7: Post Game Platitudes: Carlton vs Adelaide - IvanAwfulbigone - 05-06-2018
(05-06-2018, 07:36 AM)townsendcalling link Wrote:Wont happen in a million years. At 34, when he’s cooked, he’s cooked. He’ll limp to 300 and if he is of no further use in the 1sts, that will be it.
He is of no further use. A game played above the shoulders succeeds or fails on chemistry and confidence. How many times did he kill our momentum last night? And every single time it happened, how many of you winced when he had the ball in his hands KNOWING he was going to turn it over?
A favourite player for sure. But an interesting study in talent v. effort. Makes me wonder if his junior coaches turned a blind eye to his skill limitations because of his spirit and the example he set for teammates less willing but more skilled.
And while I'm at it, I totally disagree with the perceived value others have for Thomas. I see him as part of the problem as well. His brain is writing cheques his body can't cash. Haphazard disposal, his attempts to be cute and tricky continually catch the younger players off guard. They need consistency and system, not chaos.
Of course, the problem is who to replace them with. I have no answer for that.
Re: 2018 Rd 7: Post Game Platitudes: Carlton vs Adelaide - PaulP - 05-06-2018
If I've counted correctly, Simpson's 300th will be R15, assuming he plays every game, and allowing for the bye.
We play the Power at the G.
It's a shame that we can't give him a more fitting send off - this season will be a sh1tty one in which to finish.
Re: 2018 Rd 7: Post Game Platitudes: Carlton vs Adelaide - LoveNavy - 05-06-2018
(05-06-2018, 10:55 AM)PaulP link Wrote:If I've counted correctly, Simpson's 300th will be R15, assuming he plays every game, and allowing for the bye.
We play the Power at the G.
It's a shame that we can't give him a more fitting send off - this season will be a sh1tty one in which to finish.
A miracle might happen. I'd love to see us pull that off. He's been a champion for us.
Was it Simmo's 250 where we won against the odds?
I remember he was overwhelmed with emotion at the siren. He was getting a big hug from his good mate Gibbs - lying on the ground if I recall correctly.
Re: 2018 Rd 7: Post Game Platitudes: Carlton vs Adelaide - jeza - 05-06-2018
(05-06-2018, 07:45 AM)PaulP link Wrote:I'd think this would be the most likely scenario. You would have to think this is his final season, surely ?
You guys must be watching a different Kade Simpson to me.
I'd have him in the top 2 for our B&F right now.
Re: 2018 Rd 7: Post Game Platitudes: Carlton vs Adelaide - Thryleon - 05-06-2018
As usual the very little we get out of our youngsters is reducing the effectiveness of our older players.
The snowball effect is massive and I find most criticism of our players a tad unfair on that basis.
We need our senior bodies back asap.
Re: 2018 Rd 7: Post Game Platitudes: Carlton vs Adelaide - madbluboy - 05-06-2018
(05-06-2018, 11:45 AM)jeza link Wrote:You guys must be watching a different Kade Simpson to me.
I'd have him in the top 2 for our B&F right now.
He was best on ground for Adelaide last night.
Re: 2018 Rd 7: Post Game Platitudes: Carlton vs Adelaide - Jack Burton - 05-06-2018
(05-06-2018, 11:45 AM)jeza link Wrote:You guys must be watching a different Kade Simpson to me.I agree, can't understand the criticism, he's one of our best so far this year, and will continue to give 100% at every contest for the rest of the year. There are some protected species who we are not allowed to criticise on this forum, so some of our best cop it
I'd have him in the top 2 for our B&F right now.
Re: 2018 Rd 7: Post Game Platitudes: Carlton vs Adelaide - PaulP - 05-06-2018
There isn't a Carlton fan alive or dead that doesn't love Simmo, but the end comes for players, coaches etc. at some point, and when it comes, it comes quickly.
If Clarkson was our coach, Simmo would have been pushed 2 seasons ago.
It has nothing to do with effort or how much we love the guy. He's been ordinary for long enough.
Re: 2018 Rd 7: Post Game Platitudes: Carlton vs Adelaide - Gointocarlton - 05-06-2018
@ jeza an JB
No one, certainly not me, is questioning his effort or commitment. A more loyal and courageous servant there has never been. But his turnovers and errors in key areas of the ground is really hurting us. We highlight what the kids do wrong, its only fair we highlight the errors the experienced blokes make also. NO ONE is immune or off limits in this area. Im sure they are brought up in the game review.
For the record, I am Simmo's biggest fan, I have said on many occasions on this site he is my favourite Carlton player of ALL time. I don't know anyone else who can lay claim to ever stating that.
Re: 2018 Rd 7: Post Game Platitudes: Carlton vs Adelaide - ElwoodBlues1 - 05-06-2018
(05-06-2018, 11:45 AM)jeza link Wrote:You guys must be watching a different Kade Simpson to me.
I'd have him in the top 2 for our B&F right now.
Top 2 for effort maybe , but not for execution......