(05-02-2021, 11:54 PM)LP link Wrote:I thought a lot of fans are being a bit tough on Plowman, they love to whip him. But he along with Parks had a tough gig at the weekend, they were the stay at home guarding 2 or 3 opponents while Jones and Weitering got up the field and intercept marked the footy. Fans have to learn that applauding Weltering or Jones for doing that role comes at a cost to other defenders who get sacrificed. Of course the opposition play through Plowman's or Park's man, because they have 2 or 3 to guard!
But one tell, that Owies tackle in the last, how long since we've seen a SF get to the FB to assist a defender, and what a difference it makes!
That tackle was a gem, and very important in the scheme of the game.
That tackle alone gets the kid a minimum 4 week stint in the seniors.
He's only just 24 and understands what is required at the elite level.
Appears a strong mark overhead too, which was one of the things that often set Betts apart from his peers.
Hope the young man makes it - efforts like that tackle suggest he has the right stuff.
Finals, then 4 in a row!