Early Trade talk - Anyone we want that may be available?

[bulldogtragic]

Where would he play for us?

Footscray?

[LostDoggy]

On a half forward flank or pocket maybe?

Where would you play him G if you were interested?

[The Bulldogs Bite]

Billie Smedts?

Big no.

I really would love Murdoch though. He's a nice size, he's very quick and would help us with quick ball movement through the middle of the ground which we sorely lack. He's a perfect fit for us.

[GVGjr]

On a half forward flank or pocket maybe?

Where would you play him G if you were interested?

I wouldn't consider him as someone that would make a difference for us. I was interested in why you threw his name into the mix because I don't quite see the attraction.

[GVGjr]

Big no.

I really would love Murdoch though. He's a nice size, he's very quick and would help us with quick ball movement through the middle of the ground which we sorely lack. He's a perfect fit for us.

This is my view. If the Cats come up a bit short this year I think reality might jump in and have them willing to look at options to get them back into the draft. Murdoch might be a player they consider trading for the right offer.

As you say, good height, versatility, pace and kicking skills. I'm sure he could be a positive for us.

[1eyedog]

I wouldn't consider him as someone that would make a difference for us. I was interested in why you threw his name into the mix because I don't quite see the attraction.

Agreed re. where he fits but I do like Smedts and eventually see him playing the Enright role, at least I think that's what Geelong make of him. He's the same size as Enright and apparently is a good decision maker. I think he'll be a player if he can overcome his injuries [broken leg in 2014] and has been out again long-term for some reason. His position is filled at our club, but if Geelong lost patience and the price was right I'd look at him. Everything about him so far though is on potential alone [i.e. high draft].

[Bulldog Revolution]

This is my view. If the Cats come up a bit short this year I think reality might jump in and have them willing to look at options to get them back into the draft. Murdoch might be a player they consider trading for the right offer.

As you say, good height, versatility, pace and kicking skills. I'm sure he could be a positive for us.

Brilliant identification GVG

Exactly what we need in terms of kicking skills and run and carry -

I'd be fine with offering whats considered an overs contract for him to entice him to leave - if you want someone to leave their current club you generally have to pay more to get them to do that, or give them more years

He's been dropped already this year, so maybe he could be had if his place in the side is tenuous in the second half

[LostDoggy]

I wouldn't consider him as someone that would make a difference for us. I was interested in why you threw his name into the mix because I don't quite see the attraction.

From the limited times I've seen him play,he sems to have sublime skills and footy smarts.
Granted not quick but neither is Matty Boyd,could even maybe see him fill Boydy's role off half back when Matty decides to pull the pin.

[GVGjr]

I see Murdoch has been dropped by the Cats again which must be frustrating him.

[jeemak]

GvGjr or any Cats watchers know why he's not commanding the regular spots?

[Bulldog4life]

I see Murdoch has been dropped by the Cats again which must be frustrating him.

He wasn't much chop last week against Carlton.

[GVGjr]

GvGjr or any Cats watchers know why he's not commanding the regular spots?

I've only seen a bit of him this year and there could be a variety of reasons why he is a bit down on form. Perhaps the Cats and re-engineering his roles and playing style. I'll try and monitor him a bit more through the balance of the season. I certainly have some Cats mates who might shed some light.

[azabob]

I see Murdoch has been dropped by the Cats again which must be frustrating him.

He has had a late repreive and is going to replace the injured Rhys Stanley.

[Remi Moses]

Smedts is a terrible kick
Yes to Murdoch, definite yes to Mason Wood, and a big no to Vardy .

[1eyedog]

GvGjr or any Cats watchers know why he's not commanding the regular spots?

Unfortunately one half of my family are Cats supporters...

Anyway, there is frustration after 50 games and 24 years of age he can't command a regular spot.

My Uncle's [on my wife's side I must add all my side are Bulldogs], take is that games are being gifted because of his speed and his penetrating kick; however, he tells me he constantly turns the ball over and has little spatial awareness when he has it. Thinks he's purely outside [which is ok] and has Koby Stevens qualities by hand in close.

He's an almost player with good attributes but lacks quality.

I think they'd be a few happy Geelong supporters if we were to pick him up.