VFL Rd 18: Northern Blues vs Richmond

[Professer E]

I reckon that a lot of our younger players need something that they just don't get these days - time in the system.  Ed Curnow is a classic example - spent time at two clubs prior to making our rookie list, and years later is having a break out year.

For some they need time to develop a true fitness/endurance base (Buckley) or an AFL-ready body (Silvagni).  Others just seem to be the wrong size or lack important attributes - they unfortunately won't make it.  I still reckon that Gowers and DVR et al. can make it if they want it badly enough.