I think Melbourne are probably much like us (& bulldogs ‘16) this year so with some self belief, luck and momentum, anything could happen. Good midfield depth with plenty of grunt. Forward line definitely has some potency but their defence is probably their weekness. Still some questions mentally but so did we last year.
Pies are similar to Melbourne but their defence and forward line is a worry for them. All starting to click when they decided to play a pressure game much like us. Very deep midfield but their defence is not that good. A little stronger now with the addition of Goldsack, thought he was good last week against West Coast.
Hawks have a great coach and are well drilled but if the Dees apply the pressure, like last week, they won’t be capable to withstand it. I don’t rate them.
GWS are chock full of talent but Kelly is a huge loss. Anything could happen but I feel they may still be fragile when heavy pressure is applied.
West Coke is the team I’d expect to play us in the GF. Nick Nat a huge loss as is Gaff. Some excellent forwards, a solid defence and a solid midfield. Im glad we don’t have to play them again in Perth.
I’m not that nervous playing against them at the G.
Honestly, I’m not too worried about any of these remaining teams and I’m not loosing any sleep worrying about who we might be playing because I think we’ll have any of them covered on grand final day.
But If I had to rate these teams in terms of who I’d like to play with the least amount worries it would be in this order - (5 being least worried. 1 being most worried.)
5. Hawks.
4. West Coast.
3. GWS.
2. Pies.
1. Dees.
I just think the Dees have the most weapons and I’m probably wrong about west coast but they don’t worry me at all.
