04-14-2019, 11:15 PM
(04-14-2019, 10:57 PM)Spanner link Wrote:This is what I hate about stats watchers. They re-write history to suit their narrative. Watch the game and see Murphy's lackluster tackling efforts and general commitment to the cause and then make a comment. Don't just look at his stats and say, gee he had 29 touches, a good day out in anyone's language.
I could get 29 touches if I ran around, freely with no tag mind you, and presented like he did getting those cheap kicks in the back line like he did. Then he'd provide a 10-15 metre kick to the wing and would select the easiest option, something that wouldn't necessarily generate anything of note for the team, but would definitely pad out his stat sheet. F##k me, watch the game not the stats!
His last kick was just the icing on the cake for a forgettable soft non-committal game like he normally provides, yet is lauded for. I just don't get it, what are you people seeing. Are you that disconnected from reality that you rely on stats to prove a players worth and contribution to a game?
I thought Walsh's game far outdid Murphy's.
Got involved physically, even though he is only 18.
Tackled and chased and pressured the opposition.
Murphy was "ok", but he needs to ice the game in that situation as he doesn't provide any of the other stuff.
Tackling was pathetic, but apparently he has a pass from many on tackling, he shouldn't have to.
Oh but he had 29 possies so he's a star.
Who did he play on?
What was their impact on the game?