04-24-2018, 12:09 PM
(04-24-2018, 11:38 AM)DJC link Wrote:The only similarity in their role is that they are usually in the same part of the ground.
It's probably also worth considering that Murphy is 180cm and 80kg and Cripps is 195cm and 93kg. A midfielder of Cripps' size needs to be able to use his strength and size to hurt the opposition both physically and metaphorically. Murphy, on the other hand, has to rely on his speed and footy smarts to hurt the opposition - and that's not implying that Cripps lacks footy smarts.
Another reason he'd be a step up on Murphy as captain.
Its a psychological advantage as much as a physical one.
Nobody looks across (and down) at Murphy and starts pooing their dacks. However, someone looking across (and up) at Cripps would be second guessing their life choices, even if for a fleeting moment.
The captain is a symbol. It is a window into the club, and team. It should be a representative of the team and how they play.
Selwood @ Geelong. Tough, uncompromising.
Ablett @ Gold Coast. Classy, but bruise free.
Kelly @ Swans. Honest battler, never say die attitude.
Voss @ Brisbane. Arrogant, classy, tough as nails.
Trengove/Grimes @ Melbourne. Young, inexperienced, pushover.
Jones/Viney @ Melbourne. Workmanlike, hardened, blue collar.
Maxwell @ Collingwood. Uncompromising, does their role.
Carey @ North. Consistent performer, loose off-field.
Murphy @ Carlton. Bruise free, needs ideal conditions to flourish.
Cripps @ Carlton? You've got a fight on your hands.