laidler

[barry]

He may be our fringe 23rd player but geez I like his marking ability down back.

I think hes in our best 22, except against speedy forward lines like hawthorn.

Hope he get some more game time and plays a few finals. Hes a real find.

[Flying South]

I agree Barry. He is a genuine defender and it sometimes worries me playing a converted defender like Rohan down back. I worry that a smart forward will expose his lack of experience at a crucial time in finals. It is good to know we can call upon his experience if required.

[mcs]

He certainly played very well against Port I though - he is very reliable, and I think with another good Pre-season, can manage to find a place in the back 6 for himself (although given time, hopefully AJ will also be in the mix). For someone not good enough for the 'might' of Carlton, he's doing plenty of good stuff at the Swans. Maybe its all that extra pay he gets from the COLA