See that's the difference, i can see something in a player before they are actually dominating. Dea is a step ahead of VFL footy and has what it takes IMO to become a good AFL player.
I find it interesting that you rate Dea under this criteria yet see no future for McDonough.
I don't rate McDonough Smoker, and I haven't seen anything that tells me he will be any good. I have in Dea. Not really sure what you mean about the same criteria?
Just my opinion and as I've said I hope I am wrong.
But what I do think is he should be given another chance at senior level but if he fails to show that he belongs I'd say it's his last chance. Apart from not rating him, I just don't see a position in today's footy for him. Not nearly quick enough, agile enough, cunning enough to be a small forward. Not even close to being a midfielder for nearly every reason there is, and not strong enough or have that desperation to be a backman.
What position do people think he could make his mark in? And who's spot would you want him to take from the side that played against the Eagles?
