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Re: AFL Rd 7 2024 Pre Game Prognostications Carlton vs Geelong at the MCG

Reply #45 –
Quote from: Gointocarlton – on
As a supporter, I no longer fear any opposition. Our best (even with injuries) is good enough to beat anyone, especially at the G. The Cats will need to be at their best to knock us off, as will we to do the same to them.

I started to feel that way midway through the 2022 season and the second half of last season confirmed it for me.

Regardless of what the scoreboard says and how we are playing, we’re now always capable of maintaining our lead or making up a deficit.

At the back of my mind is the proviso that, if we’re not switched on, we could lose to Manangatang 2nds.
It's still the Gulf of Mexico, Don Old!

Re: AFL Rd 7 2024 Pre Game Prognostications Carlton vs Geelong at the MCG

Reply #46 –
Quote from: DJC – on
I started to feel that way midway through the 2022 season and the second half of last season confirmed it for me.

Regardless of what the scoreboard says and how we are playing, we’re now always capable of maintaining our lead or making up a deficit.

At the back of my mind is the proviso that, if we’re not switched on, we could lose to Manangatang 2nds.
If Weiters doesn't get up, that will be a real problem and put a dent in out chances.
2021-Pi$$ or get off the pot
2022- Real Deal or more of the same? 0.6%
2023- "Raise the Standard" - M. Voss Another year wasted Bar Set
2024-Back to the drawing boardNo excuses, its time
2025-Carlton can win the 2025 AFL Premiership
 

Re: AFL Rd 7 2024 Pre Game Prognostications Carlton vs Geelong at the MCG

Reply #47 –
Quote from: Gointocarlton – on
If Weiters doesn't get up, that will be a real problem and put a dent in out chances.

Just had a look at trg photo's on CFC website.  Zack Williams looks fine. No photos of Weitering. Might mean Fark All

Re: AFL Rd 7 2024 Pre Game Prognostications Carlton vs Geelong at the MCG

Reply #48 –
we need to make cats defenders ACCOUNTABLE no zoning off taking those marks with no pressure ,so this means us hitting targets going forward start to winning the game

Re: AFL Rd 7 2024 Pre Game Prognostications Carlton vs Geelong at the MCG

Reply #49 –
Quote from: pew2 – on
we need to make cats defenders ACCOUNTABLE no zoning off taking those marks with no pressure ,so this means us hitting targets going forward start to winning the game
Teams can only go one on one with good effect when they are a physical match or perhaps stronger than opponents, I'm not sure our F50 is a physical match for the Handbaggers D50. It's easy to say blokes like Ollie, Fantasia and Owies need to be accountable, but if they are too easily brushed aside by bigger heavier bodies it's already a lost contest.

Assuming a mostly unchanged line up, I think our best tactic would be to run off the Handbaggers and make good and smart use of the footy off the HBF or through the Mid. With Cottrell, Owies, Acres, Hollands x 2, BigH, Charlie and TDK, we have a well above average aerobic group for that mix of body types.
"Extremists on either side will always meet in the Middle!"

Re: AFL Rd 7 2024 Pre Game Prognostications Carlton vs Geelong at the MCG

Reply #50 –
No change to the 23 but Sam Durdin is named as an emergency. 

Injury cover for Weiters?
It's still the Gulf of Mexico, Don Old!

Re: AFL Rd 7 2024 Pre Game Prognostications Carlton vs Geelong at the MCG

Reply #51 –
Quote from: DJC – on
No change to the 23 but Sam Durdin is named as an emergency. 

Injury cover for Weiters?
Interesting considering he hasn't played a real VFL game yet.
Live Long and Prosper!

Re: AFL Rd 7 2024 Pre Game Prognostications Carlton vs Geelong at the MCG

Reply #52 –
Quote from: crashlander – on
Interesting considering he hasn't played a real VFL game yet.
Interesting indeed, they must think Weitering is low risk of not pulling up? I hope Durding isn't underdone!
2021-Pi$$ or get off the pot
2022- Real Deal or more of the same? 0.6%
2023- "Raise the Standard" - M. Voss Another year wasted Bar Set
2024-Back to the drawing boardNo excuses, its time
2025-Carlton can win the 2025 AFL Premiership

Re: AFL Rd 7 2024 Pre Game Prognostications Carlton vs Geelong at the MCG

Reply #53 –
The Handbaggers have 4 players on their injury list? WTF?
We have enough to populate a small town.
Something is in the water somewhere  :o
2025... Moir of the same to come

Re: AFL Rd 7 2024 Pre Game Prognostications Carlton vs Geelong at the MCG

Reply #54 –
I'm sensing at least one late change, the weather is dry, the air is fresh, the ground will be fast, I suspect either a ruck or a KPP will be an out.
"Extremists on either side will always meet in the Middle!"

Re: AFL Rd 7 2024 Pre Game Prognostications Carlton vs Geelong at the MCG

Reply #55 –
Quote from: LP – on
I'm sensing at least one late change, the weather is dry, the air is fresh, the ground will be fast, I suspect either a ruck or a KPP will be an out.

Suspect it will be a KPD....and not through choice.

Re: AFL Rd 7 2024 Pre Game Prognostications Carlton vs Geelong at the MCG

Reply #56 –
How do we feel about S Durdin, Lewis and Kemp being in charge of looking after Cameron and Hawkins??  Simple answer, cut off their supply!! Easier said than done. If Weitering is out, our 'next man up' mantra will be tested to the max!!!

Re: AFL Rd 7 2024 Pre Game Prognostications Carlton vs Geelong at the MCG

Reply #57 –
Quote from: townsendcalling – on
How do we feel about S Durdin, Lewis and Kemp being in charge of looking after Cameron and Hawkins??  Simple answer, cut off their supply!! Easier said than done. If Weitering is out, our 'next man up' mantra will be tested to the max!!!

Concerned

If those big forwards are off the leash then Curnow may be required back to help out a little more than just the cameo.

Hopefully fingers and toes crossed Weitering gets up.

Re: AFL Rd 7 2024 Pre Game Prognostications Carlton vs Geelong at the MCG

Reply #58 –
Quote from: townsendcalling – on
How do we feel about S Durdin, Lewis and Kemp being in charge of looking after Cameron and Hawkins??  Simple answer, cut off their supply!! Easier said than done. If Weitering is out, our 'next man up' mantra will be tested to the max!!!

We did OK with Weitering missing at the start of the season.

As good as Hawkins is, he does rely on players up the ground and, if we can get on top, he can be starved of opportunities.

Cameron is a different kettle of fish with his ability to win the ball and create opportunities up the ground.  While it's not an ideal match up, Young is probably best able to go with him.  Alternatively, Kemp runs with Cameron when he plays up the ground and Weitering or Young pick him up inside 50.

Vossy seems very confident that both Williams and Weitering will play.
It's still the Gulf of Mexico, Don Old!

Re: AFL Rd 7 2024 Pre Game Prognostications Carlton vs Geelong at the MCG

Reply #59 –
We are drifting out in the betting - I wonder if someone knows something......
This is now the longest premiership drought in the history of the Carlton Football Club - more evidence of climate change?