Player Contract Status

[bulldogtragic]

Happy with these signings too. One year extensions perfect as well.

[DOG GOD]

Happy as well. One year extensions for VFL based players is about right.

[Axe Man]

Cody banks two more years



Small forward Cody Weightman has re-signed with the Western Bulldogs until the end of 2023.

The 20-year-old has committed to a two-year contract extension on the back of some impressive form at AFL level.

Weightman has kicked 16 goals from nine matches this season, adding another element to the Bulldogs’ forward mix.

He made his AFL debut in 2020 – playing three games in his first year – after joining the Bulldogs with pick 15 in the 2019 NAB AFL Draft.

“I’m really excited to be part of this group and it’s great to have another couple of years locked in,” Weightman said.

“We’re building something special and growing as a group. That’s allowing me to develop as an individual and as a player – I’m playing with confidence and feel like this group is helping to bring out the best in me.

“I was able to spend time developing as a player in the VFL earlier this year and our program made sure I was ready for when I got my shot at AFL level.

“I feel like I’m making the most of my opportunity at the moment and hopefully I can keep doing that.”

Weightman earned a NAB AFL Rising Star nomination in round 10 this year, kicking two goals from 14 disposals against St Kilda.

His 16 goals see him sitting behind only Josh Bruce (41), Aaron Naughton (34) and Marcus Bontempelli (21) for scoreboard impact at the Bulldogs this season.

“Cody has started to establish himself as a dangerous forward at AFL level and we’re really excited about his future,” General Manager of List Management and Football Projects, Sam Power, said.

“He got a taste of senior football last season in what was a challenging year to be a first-year player and made some great strides with his development at VFL level in the early stages of 2021.

“Cody came into the AFL side ready to make an impact. His strengths are his goal sense, pressure game and aerial abilities – particularly for his size. Those skills have complemented the players around him and have added to the potency of our forward line.”

[comrade]

Some welcome good news this week.

[KT31]

Great news, Cody’s enthusiasm and skill are a huge plus for us.

[Eastdog]

Great news! I have really liked how Cody has gone this season. Lots to be excited about.

[bulldogtragic]

Place your bets. Was he smiling when he signed it?

[KT31]

The Smiling Assassin 2.

[bulldogtragic]

Players Left:

Maybe?

Ed Richards (Every week he doesn’t sign, confidence of keeping him drops)

Gone, Traded?

Mitch Wallis
Pat Lipinski
Lewis Young

Gone, Gone?

Will Hayes
Ben Cavarra
Lin Jong
Stef Martin (Retired)

Later Signatures?

Taylor Duryea
Zaine Cordy
Anthony Scott
Buku Khamis (R) (Needs Upgrading)
Jordan Sweet (R) (Needs Upgrading)
Roarke Smith (R)

[azabob]

BT, I wouldn’t be too worried about Richards not signing yet. He has missed a huge chunk of the year.

He is best 22 I can only see him leaving for a huge offer.

[bulldogtragic]

BT, I wouldn’t be too worried about Richards not signing yet. He has missed a huge chunk of the year.

He is best 22 I can only see him leaving for a huge offer.

I was a little concerned when North & Brisbane told The Age they were after him. The Age said other clubs were too. From Bont to Gardner, Sam Power has been signing the players up. You’d hope as of today he’d sign, but it’s a fair bet we’ve given an offer to his manager along with the other clubs. But he hasn’t signed. I think if this drags on, it gives more times for other clubs to pitch a trade, and with that goes the risk increasing he leaves.

But here’s hoping he signs soon.

[GVGjr]

BT, I wouldn’t be too worried about Richards not signing yet. He has missed a huge chunk of the year.

He is best 22 I can only see him leaving for a huge offer.

Agreed, he doesn't appear to out of our best 22 for the selectors so there might only be two reasons why he might consider leaving
1) He's not happy with the positions he is being asked to play and that doesn't appear likely.
2) An overs offer from another club which is possible but more likely to come from a non contending club.

I like our chances of keeping him.

[azabob]

I was a little concerned when North & Brisbane told The Age they were after him. The Age said other clubs were too. From Bont to Gardner, Sam Power has been signing the players up. You’d hope as of today he’d sign, but it’s a fair bet we’ve given an offer to his manager along with the other clubs. But he hasn’t signed. I think if this drags on, it gives more times for other clubs to pitch a trade, and with that goes the risk increasing he leaves.

But here’s hoping he signs soon.

I wouldn’t sign either if I wasn’t able to perform. I reckon he’s backing himself in to play good footy and eek out a few more $.

[jeemak]

BT, I wouldn’t be too worried about Richards not signing yet. He has missed a huge chunk of the year.

He is best 22 I can only see him leaving for a huge offer.

BT clearly has it in for poor old Ed!

This is a great resource this thread, hardly ever gets a mention.........

Fantastic news re Cody, he's awesome.

[bulldogtragic]

I wouldn’t sign either if I wasn’t able to perform. I reckon he’s backing himself in to play good footy and eek out a few more $.

Absolutely a strong possibility. With confirmation multiple clubs are strongly after him, he might be a good chance to chance to leave too. I hope you are 100% right about the delay, but if he keeps spoiling uncontested marks to Keath that leads to goals, he might be playing for meals and board!