Jackson Macrae

[LostDoggy]

He really doesn't have too many weaknesses. He isn't quick, but he regularly runs opponents down and cuts the angles extremely well. As a result, he can find plenty of space.

Very intelligent player who knows what to do at the right time - similar to Libba.

Footballer first, athlete second.

[bornadog]

I don't remember the last time a 20 year old had 43 touches, this kid is getting better every week.

[lemmon]

I don't remember the last time a 20 year old had 43 touches, this kid is getting better every week.

You wouldn't be able to, youngest player to ever do it

[chef]

Really developing well, as most of the pups are. This is really becoming a strength of our club.

[whythelongface]

You wouldn't be able to, youngest player to ever do it

That is amazing. He was brilliant.

Of the 2013 draft he would be close to the best of that lot at this stage. Whitfield appears to be going well - haven't heard much from O'Rourke and Plowman (mind you don't watch many GWS games only noticed Whitfield when I have). Toumpas will be a good player but certainly not going anywhere as good as Macrae. Stringer is coming along nicely - will take longer to develop then Macrae. Vines, Mayes, Vlastuin and Daniher are all going well but I would have Macrae at the top of the list at present.

[Ghost Dog]

There was something in the paper about Jack getting a dressing down by Bmac after the Geelong game. What was that all about? I'm abroad so I missed it.
Marcus, Jackson, Lachie, Nathan, Jake, this is a very exciting time for us. You don't need to be a talent scout to see how much class we have injected into our list, and talent that fits together well.

[always right]

There was something in the paper about Jack getting a dressing down by Bmac after the Geelong game. What was that all about? I'm abroad so I missed it.
Marcus, Jackson, Lachie, Nathan, Jake, this is a very exciting time for us. You don't need to be a talent scout to see how much class we have injected into our list, and talent that fits together well.

http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/af...-1226982740202

[Ghost Dog]

Thanks for that

[anfo27]

Heard on SEN this afternoon that young Jack is averaging the most possessions by a second year player EVER!

[jazzadogs]

Well done to Jacko who is playing his 50th game this week. Has slotted in seamlessly to our side, and although he has had two stints in the VFL appears to take it in the chin and focus on the areas he's asked.

On the downside, it reduces our number of players under 50 games when arguing with opposition supporters about our youth!

Looking forward to the next 150+.

[bornadog]

Just turned 21 (yesterday) and has been averaging over 27 disposals per game this season which is slightly up on last years 26. He has also improved his average tackle count over last season.

Needs to get some power into those legs to improve his kicking, however, his ability to run all day and pick up possession after possession is remarkable. Well done Jackson, look forward to following your career and watching you improve.

[Ozza]

Generally speaking, he brings a great level of consistency and reliability to the team.

I've heard both Dalrymple and Brendan McCartney talk about how in his top age U/18s year, he played a lot of footy for both his school and TAC sides, and performed week after week. I think we've seen that for most of his 50 games.

Would not surprise me if he becomes a multiple B&F winner for the club as a result of his consistency and sheer ability to find the footy inside and out, week after week.

Well done Jacko.

[soupman]

Bizarre thinking he is only just hitting 50 games, he is already so good.

Was very impressed with his gut running on the weekend. Absolutely ran his arse off to be an option a few times.

[stefoid]

His hands and evasiveness around the stoppages are a little bit bont-like, actually. I think what we have with Jack is a big bodied mid who will do his best work in traffic with his hands, but with the bonus of elite running power to provide options on the outside as well.

My god what is our midfield going to be like with Bont and Jack carrying an extra 8 kilos each, plus Libba and Wally on the inside?

Then compliment that lot with the disposal skills of Hunter, McClean and Daniel on the spread.

[always right]

His hands and evasiveness around the stoppages are a little bit bont-like, actually. I think what we have with Jack is a big bodied mid who will do his best work in traffic with his hands, but with the bonus of elite running power to provide options on the outside as well.

My god what is our midfield going to be like with Bont and Jack carrying an extra 8 kilos each, plus Libba and Wally on the inside?

Then compliment that lot with the disposal skills of Hunter, McClean and Daniel on the spread.

I don't want them to get bigger....just stronger.