Changes for round 21 v GWS

[longmile]

Optimistic ins:
Franklin, McGlynn, Jones

Outs:
Laidler, Parker, Heeney

It'll be interesting to see Reid's role this week, he could really stretch the Giant's defence with Davis out injured or he could be used to bolster our thinning defence.

[jetts32]

Why Heeney out? Is he injured?

I'd probably rather Heeney if fit than Jones. Especially that Parker is out. Heeney and Mcglynn will have to pinch hit in the midfield.

Franklin and Mcglynn will be massive if we could get them back in.

[longmile]

Why Heeney out? Is he injured?

I'd probably rather Heeney if fit than Jones. Especially that Parker is out. Heeney and Mcglynn will have to pinch hit in the midfield.

Franklin and Mcglynn will be massive if we could get them back in.

There were rumours that he had badly injured his ribs, but if he's fit he's definitely in our starting 22

[Mel_C]

I have heard 3 different issues with Heeney. Head, ribs and hip. So don't know what to believe!

I am always scared he is going to get injured. He has such a kamikaze style!

Watch for GWS to try and rough us up. I heard their match against Port was very fiery. Is that sniper Bugg playing?

[Nico]

Perris for Parker seems like a logical swap.

[ernie koala]

No doubt GWS will come out fired up and try to unsettle the Swans with some rough stuff.....

Sheeds influence still shines through, with their upstart, in your face, style.

Hope we bring in a couple of combatants......ie: Jones & McGlynn

If Buddy is not available we'll probably need to find 1 more....Please not Towers.

[Mug Punter]

No doubt GWS will come out fired up and try to unsettle the Swans with some rough stuff.....

Sheeds influence still shines through, with their upstart, in your face, style.

Hope we bring in a couple of combatants......ie: Jones & McGlynn

If Buddy is not available we'll probably need to find 1 more....Please not Towers.

Jones and Benny would seem the logical inclusions, they won't be taking any chances with Buddy

If the staff feel he is ready I'd love to see Perris get a run

[Ludwig]

If Luke is ruled out for the year then I would elevate Newman ahead of Perris. We are more in the need for a good kicking defender than another smallish midfielder. I think he could replace Laidler, although the Giants have a tall forward line and XR might be the better choice for next week.

If Buddy returns then Reid could play in defence in place of Laidler. Newman is the next player I'd like to see playing seniors. Rampe can always go into the midfield.

[YvonneH]

[QUOTE=Mel_C;679722]I have heard 3 different issues with Heeney. Head, ribs and hip. So don't know what to believe!

Seeing the way he plays probably all three.

[Scottee]

If Luke is ruled out for the year then I would elevate Newman ahead of Perris. We are more in the need for a good kicking defender than another smallish midfielder. I think he could replace Laidler, although the Giants have a tall forward line and XR might be the better choice for next week.

If Buddy returns then Reid could play in defence in place of Laidler. Newman is the next player I'd like to see playing seniors. Rampe can always go into the midfield.

Definitely Xav for a third tall. Newman is only about 81kg and is more of a wingman or hbf to take on medium and small forwards. Not much heavier than Jetta.

Must say after watching the Ressies and the WC game I feel quite comfortable with the idea of Xav in the side.

No doubt GWS will come out fired up and try to unsettle the Swans with some rough stuff.....

Sheeds influence still shines through, with their upstart, in your face, style.

Hope we bring in a couple of combatants......ie: Jones & McGlynn

If Buddy is not available we'll probably need to find 1 more....Please not Towers.

[ScottH]

Seeing the way he plays probably all three.

That is what I thought too.
The way he got clobbered on Friday night by foe and friend, I'm surprised he can still walk.

[AnnieH]

After the game, Zac Heeney told me that he had broken a rib.
It was Tipoff's fault.

[stevoswan]

Not relevant for this week, but this just appeared on afl.com.au; Hope Swan Parker may return this season - AFL.com.au, re; Parker. No significant ankle damage, plate inserted during surgery on Sunday, and predicted to miss 4-5 weeks. Could be back during the finals! Great news!

[magic.merkin]

Jeez a machine if he can

[Flying South]

After the game, Zac Heeney told me that he had broken a rib.
It was Tipoff's fault.

I believe Hannebery has sustained some rib damage as well. You could clearly tell he was telling his teammates to back off during the post siren celebratory hugs. I wouldn't expect it to be announced though.