Who was better in 2011?

[madbluboy]

It seems as though a grudge was at play in that situation. Were there any grudges against Murphy or Judd from coaches ? And can't players who vote in the players award also hold a grudge ?

Well if Ratten liked Murphy way more than Judd (not saying that was the case) that could have had a huge influence.

Murphy had a great year in 2011, far better than this year but Judd was on another level and is probably the prime reason why Murphy isn't as good anymore.