Re: AFL Rd 3 2022 Post Game Permutations Carlton vs Hawthorn
Reply #23 –
Yep agree kruddler. I've not seen someone play afl footy with so few endearing qualities as boyd.
Hes not hard, he's not tough, he didn't read it well, lacked intensity, lacked composure, leaked goals all day and isn't overly quick. He can hit a target ok, but not necessarily using it well.
I dont need a lot to warm up to a player. Ive championed plenty of also rans but he's not even good enough to be that. Williamson is a much better footballer and that is saying a lot.
Im hoping it was just nerves but I think he had an opportunity to repel about 4 or 5 goals and each and every time was guilty of not understanding his limitations and playing the percentages. That is the absolute minimum for a half back IMHO.
What stood out for me most about Boyd was how easy he lost his feet. Maybe it was nerves or needs time to adjust to the pace of the game.