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I cannot remember a season when so many heroes of their clubs have retired. In no particular order:
Boyd
Probably Murphy
Johnson
Hodge
Watson
Riewoldt
Priddis
Mitchell etc
A few Brownlows and and Norm Smiths there.
Who are your top 3 retirees of 2017?
For me, Hodge has to be one and its difficult to leave Riewoldt, Murphy or Mitchell out. Difficult choice.
Hodge, Riewoldt, Murphy
Riewoldt, Hodge, Mitchell.
Riewoldt is one of the most phenomenal players of all time, and totally changed what is expected of a power forward. His marking statistics are eye-popping and his work rate has been unparalleled.
There's a big temptation to say "but FLAGS" and put Hodge ahead, but no one in this generation has had the impact of Riewoldt.
Still a rape culture enabling scumbag, but a breathtaking footballer.
Riewoldt, Hodge and Murphy
Morris, Murph, Boyd. never heard of the others.
Hodge, Riewoldt, Mitchell
Riewoldt, Hodge, Murphy if he makes the call.
If not I'm nominating Stevie J. For no other reason than he's the only one with a footballing skill named after him.
Ditto.Quote:
Originally Posted by Ozza
Who rates higher Murphy or Boyd?
Boyd is the more decorated player, but I think Murphy has been a slightly greater player overall in terms of his ability to influence games and influence & lead his team mates. Certainly if you consider the player who oppositions would be more wary of and plan to stop - Murphy would be the one.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mantis
Murph is definitely the more aesthetically enjoyable footballer. I've certainly sworn at Boyd a lot more over the journey but he was an absolute champion for us.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mantis
Can't disagree with Riewoldt, Hodge and Mitchell as the top 3. Not sure how to split Hodge and Riewoldt though.
Was talking about this last night.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mantis
Boyd has club B&F's, more AA selections and a premiership - but most would have Murphy ahead. Tough question.