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Rohan barely lasted a quarter in the NEAFL game. That follows him breaking his hand before half-time in his previous outing. We've not been furnished with any news yet about what his problem was, but it's hard to see him being selected to play senior footy next week.
I seem to recall that when we played GWS early in the season, Whitfield was kept well under control. Can anyone remember who played on him?
Even if it wasn't Cunningham last time, he might be a good option this week. He played more forward against the Dees than he has for most of the season, and he also showed against the Hawks' Smith that he is capable of shutting down an opponent, if called upon to do so. The main thing working against that is Kelly. Along with Whitfield, he's probably the key Giant to try and keep under control. Assuming he recovers from his concussion, Cunningham seems the best equipped Swan to run with him. Hewett has been our most used tagger this year but I'm not sure how equipped he is to play on Kelly or Whitfield. (Waiting for someone to point out that it was Hewett who did a decent job on Whitfield in the last game - which I confess I have a sneaking feeling might be the case.)Comment
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I think it was Hewitt who did some roles as a defensive forward. Hasn’t Whitfield moved into the midfield now?Comment
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Rohan is the least likely swan to be able to do that.
Some of mccartin's second efforts last week were the work of a tired man. That Rohan s only hope of a call up
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Kelly would be unlikely to play. Although GWS are in great form, the constant 3-4 forced changes every week must be taking their toll with cohesion.Comment
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If the coaches feel we need a defensive HFF we may see Robinson back in this week.
Probably his best role at this stage imo.He ate more cheese, than time allowedComment
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Newman was good yesterday because he got loose and hurt Melbourne because he is an excellent kick when given time and space. A couple of times he was exposed on his right side and when his lack of foot speed was obvious. He is very effective when he gets it in space, but I still have worries about him with his lack of pace but he definitely deserves to stay in the side.Comment
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He certainly can be exposed at times on his right side in particular, but many a one sided player has thrived in the AFL over the years. He needs to learn from some of our seniors, who have never had blinding pace to get them out of a hole, but have learnt to minimise the ability of opposition to exploit their weakness. I liked a lot of what he did yesterday - we need to get him in such situations more often.Newman was good yesterday because he got loose and hurt Melbourne because he is an excellent kick when given time and space. A couple of times he was exposed on his right side and when his lack of foot speed was obvious. He is very effective when he gets it in space, but I still have worries about him with his lack of pace but he definitely deserves to stay in the side."You get the feeling that like Monty Python's Black Knight, the Swans would regard amputation as merely a flesh wound."Comment
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Your sneaky feeling was right Liz. from AFL.comRohan barely lasted a quarter in the NEAFL game. That follows him breaking his hand before half-time in his previous outing. We've not been furnished with any news yet about what his problem was, but it's hard to see him being selected to play senior footy next week.
I seem to recall that when we played GWS early in the season, Whitfield was kept well under control. Can anyone remember who played on him?
Even if it wasn't Cunningham last time, he might be a good option this week. He played more forward against the Dees than he has for most of the season, and he also showed against the Hawks' Smith that he is capable of shutting down an opponent, if called upon to do so. The main thing working against that is Kelly. Along with Whitfield, he's probably the key Giant to try and keep under control. Assuming he recovers from his concussion, Cunningham seems the best equipped Swan to run with him. Hewett has been our most used tagger this year but I'm not sure how equipped he is to play on Kelly or Whitfield. (Waiting for someone to point out that it was Hewett who did a decent job on Whitfield in the last game - which I confess I have a sneaking feeling might be the case.)
"Star defender Lachie Whitfield was kept to just 15 possessions by Swan George Hewett in round three, and with Heath Shaw missing, he'll need to have a big influence with his rebound on Saturday."
But i think you may also be right in that Cunningham should go to him. I would send Hewett to Coniglio or Ward. Even with Kelly out they have a lot of midfielders who can damage you. Shiel is in good form and their young guns in Taranto and Hopper also having some meaningful impact.Comment
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Whats the go with Marsh?
He doesn't always give us a lot going forward but fairly dependable at stopping his oppponent.
I wouldn't rest McCartin
It's invaluable experience and he is coming up big in the pivotal moments
If we make finals he will get bye week to restComment

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