Honestly, I wouldn’t know jack, but anyway… While injury may explain some things, he could also be suffering from the trademark ‘comfort zone’, which seems to afflict players at all clubs, at some stage in their careers. When Cogs first came into the team, he had all the encouragement and motivation in the world to play well and earn a regular senior spot. That intensity he had in his game, early in his career, now seems like a distant memory. You just wonder why.
Prior to TW’s arrival, it’s probably fair to say we were pretty much directionless, on the field. And, to be fair, the last couple of years would have been a big learning curve for all players, individually and collectively, as there’s been lots to contend with, in terms of new coaching staff, game plans, players and even added responsibility for some. Maybe that’s no real excuse for anything, but it must take its toll on some players, to some degree.
Things will gradually work themselves out and the next couple of seasons will sort out those who have the ability, motivation and commitment to keep their AFL careers alive.
Like Bull said, it’s too early to tell anything yet.
