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05-07-2021, 09:30 AM
#136
Re: How Many More Wins Left In The H&A?
Originally Posted by
Happy Days
Swans are the real deal. I’m pretty concerned after what they’ve shown since the bye.
They aren't at the same level as us... we come with the right mindset, and a little fresher in the legs and we win this one with a bit left in the tank.
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05-07-2021, 09:47 AM
#137
Re: How Many More Wins Left In The H&A?
Originally Posted by
azabob
They are quick and traditionally front runners. If you hold them early and play tough, tight, contested football players like Cameron, Hipwood really struggle.
Will be interesting to see if that has changed in 2021
They should have been in the GF in 2019 - lost by 3 points to GWS who should not have had Greene playing (should have been suspended).
Given our injuries and question marks in defence I'm surprised they're not GF favourites. I rate them higher than Melbourne.
Western Bulldogs: 2016 Premiers
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05-07-2021, 11:56 PM
#138
Re: How Many More Wins Left In The H&A?
Originally Posted by
Mofra
They should have been in the GF in 2019 - lost by 3 points to GWS who should not have had Greene playing (should have been suspended).
Given our injuries and question marks in defence I'm surprised they're not GF favourites. I rate them higher than Melbourne.
We beat them comfortably earlier in the year
If you kicked five goals and Tom Boyd kicked five goals, Tom Boyd kicked more goals than you.
Formerly gogriff
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07-07-2021, 01:13 PM
#139
Re: How Many More Wins Left In The H&A?
We may become the only premiere to play mainly Sundays.
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07-07-2021, 01:27 PM
#140
Re: How Many More Wins Left In The H&A?
Originally Posted by
Mantis
They aren't at the same level as us... we come with the right mindset, and a little fresher in the legs and we win this one with a bit left in the tank.
Without Naughton, not as sure about this, but hope you are right.
You don't develop courage by being happy in your relationships every day. You develop it by surviving difficult times and challenging adversity. ― Epicurus
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07-07-2021, 01:42 PM
#141
Re: How Many More Wins Left In The H&A?
Originally Posted by
BornInDroopSt'54
We may become the only premiere to play mainly Sundays.
Including this round:
Friday 6
Saturday 4
Sunday 6
This week and the previous 2 have tipped the balance. A victim of circumstance this week with the 5 day break and covid travel considerations with other matches. We should have some more Friday and Saturday games coming up hopefully.
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07-07-2021, 02:14 PM
#142
Re: How Many More Wins Left In The H&A?
Originally Posted by
bulldogsthru&thru
We’re getting essendon at the right time. I understand the concern though as they have looked good at times this year no doubt. But round 21 is a great time to get them. Tired, finals gone and more to gain by losing.
Not sure on that. If they have a good July they will be right in contention for finals.
Life is to be Enjoyed not Endured
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07-07-2021, 03:00 PM
#143
Re: How Many More Wins Left In The H&A?
Based on a quick ladder predictor, I have us needing 5 more wins to get us a top 4 spot. Obviously a lot can play out in 7 more games but if we get 5 out of 7 we should guarantee top 4. There is going to be a clear top 5 and then a clear 6-8 if things go to current form.
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08-07-2021, 03:58 PM
#144
Re: How Many More Wins Left In The H&A?
I think if Melb lose tonight, it’s quite possible they will miss the top 4. With 7 games to go, I have the wins as the following…
Bulldogs - 5
Bris - 7
Melb - 4
Port - 6
Geel - 6
Make the top 5
Brisbane - 72 points
Bulldogs - 68
Geel- 68
Port- 68
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Melb - 64
I will never see #16 the same!!
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08-07-2021, 04:05 PM
#145
Re: How Many More Wins Left In The H&A?
Originally Posted by
DOG GOD
I think if Melb lose tonight, it’s quite possible they will miss the top 4. With 7 games to go, I have the wins as the following…
Bulldogs - 5
Bris - 7
Melb - 4
Port - 6
Geel - 6
Make the top 5
Brisbane - 72 points
Bulldogs - 68
Geel- 68
Port- 68
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Melb - 64
You have us winning 5 more games? Are you feeling OK DG?
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08-07-2021, 04:24 PM
#146
Re: How Many More Wins Left In The H&A?
Originally Posted by
DOG GOD
I think if Melb lose tonight, it’s quite possible they will miss the top 4. With 7 games to go, I have the wins as the following…
Bulldogs - 5
Bris - 7
Melb - 4
Port - 6
Geel - 6
Make the top 5
Brisbane - 72 points
Bulldogs - 68
Geel- 68
Port- 68
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Melb - 64
I don’t want Geelong. Port need to boost their percentage.
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08-07-2021, 04:25 PM
#147
Re: How Many More Wins Left In The H&A?
I will never see #16 the same!!
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08-07-2021, 04:40 PM
#148
Re: How Many More Wins Left In The H&A?
Originally Posted by
DOG GOD
Feeling ok here
I do indeed, but Sydney isn’t one of them
I think Naughton is a huge out.
That, and Melb at the G are my 2 dogs losses.
Brisbane have a fairly easy run home so are the danger for our top spot.
Actually, the top 5 in general have fairly easy draws unfortunately.
What WE don’t want, is to see us slip up against sides we start favourites against.
It would be nice if Bris and Geel were to lose the odd one when they shouldn’t.
I reckon your analysis is pretty spot on mate!
I would hate to play the cats or lions at home for a final - so a top 2 spot I think is really important for obvious reasons.
Having said that - I’d be furious if the AFL gifted the cats a home final against us at a ground that only holds c.35k
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08-07-2021, 04:57 PM
#149
Re: How Many More Wins Left In The H&A?
Agree Ashmac. We do not want to be playing down there.
Ideally we would finish top and play Port. That’s our best shot for first week.
God forbid, we certainly don’t want Bris at the Gabba for a prelim.
I will never see #16 the same!!
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08-07-2021, 04:58 PM
#150
Re: How Many More Wins Left In The H&A?
Originally Posted by
bulldogtragic
I don’t want Geelong. Port need to boost their percentage.
Agree 100%.
I will never see #16 the same!!