Re: Rd 15: Post Game Passion: Carlton vs Adelaide
Reply #97 –
I was worried before we drafted him that he might not turn out to be the player we hoped ,and the Silvagni name may have been ruling our hearts at the expense of our heads
I'm not worried anymore.
I've seen enough.
From memory he was a bottom aged draft pick...correct me if I'm wrong
Jack's still a kid.
A lightly framed kid who in the next couple of years will develop the needed strength.
Importantly he has a football brain and gives a 100% effort.
Surrounded by a couple more talented forwards in a year or two he will be a valuable part of this side.
I think that applies to most of our forwards
Jack is a footballer, not an athlete. While he lacks pace, he seems to have time to use the ball well. That was what impressed me about the first time I saw him in the NAB game against Essendon. I was also impressed with his willingness to "fly the flag" when a team mate was unfairly dealt with (same with Charlie Curnow). He will continue to improve as he builds strength and condition and further develops his footy smarts.