Northern Blues vs Essendon

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As a forward what tricks are those?

SoJ, along with Kerr, is clearly one of the smartest natural forwards we have. SoJ just doesn't have the physical attributes to naturally take advantage of it at AFL level. He leads in very smart patterns, but doesn't have the acceleration or top speed to give himself a break on a defender. He endures and persists, his repeat efforts are as good as any, but then lets himself down with disposal. His forward work rate is probably only matched by Wright. He has good vision and awareness, but not necessarily the required agility or skills to avoid tacklers and hit targets.

A lot of this will correct itself with age and experience.