(06-24-2023, 12:53 PM)kruddler date Wrote:The difference Martin has given the side (in 2x 3/4's only) as well as Cunners for 1 game is ridiculous. We look so much better with them in it. I've been calling for their inclusions, even when only half fit, for a long time for that very reason, but the difference they have made has even surprised me.People read the criticism I post about Motlop or Durdin and assume it's anti-Motlop / Durdin, but it's clear the price the team pays playing both Durdin and Motlop as AFL beginners!
Put Cunningham and Martin in and all of a sudden you gain some reliable decision making, some composure and also some commitment, now all we need is physical reliability from them and all will be good.
None of the above means in any way that Motlop and Durdin won't be good in the future, it's just about making sure they do the correct apprenticeship and are ready for AFL when they get the next chance!
"Ruck, ruck, ruck, ruck ....... Ruck, ruck, ruck, ruck"