Surely ... After so many competitive games this season we are due for a scalp.
If we beat Swans it sets the group up for a big second half.
Should have Carazzo back ... Not sure of Yarrans position yet

Jamo's 100th game.

My boy!
He wil stitch up Tippett

I think we'll win.

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dane's trolling again

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That’s not a political statement — it’s a harsh reality, and we must act,” she said. “He is a clear and present danger to the things that keep us strong and free. I support impeachment.”

Can't think why we wouldn't coming off the weeks rest while the Swans have to travel to Adelaide.

I'll be there for Jamo's 100th. Hope he plays well on Jesse White.

Not sure if speed will be to our advantage at the SCG which is pretty small, so not much space to play with. Maybe go for strength in bigger bodies instead?? Bell, Robbo, Cachia in place of Lucas et al??

Making the trip - not sure if it's a good idea but will be a fun weekend regardless.

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I'm shocked to be sitting here

I'm predicting that we'll match/beat them for a vast majority of the match, but a less than stellar 15-20 minutes (or a combo of shit umpiring, early injury, or poor kicking for goal) will see them to a 2-3 goal win.

We'll need everything going our way, and total 100% commitment to have any chance.

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WADA medical director Dr Alan Vernec describes Essendon* FC drug case as biggest scandal in team sport the world of sport has seen. #WC2WB

#GUILTY

It will rain.

I swear every time I see footy on TV at the SCG it's raining.

A repeat of 2011 would be nice.

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We are on our way back...

If nothing else, our mids will be taught a lesson on running both ways, pressure, pressure and a bit more pressure.

Someone referred to playing Sydney as getting an audit conducted. Fair description I would have thought.

Sydney vs Adelaide was probably 7 goals ahead of anything else put on show this season by any team. Total domination in every facet. we'll be doing well not to have the 17 point margin as a biggest loss extended significantly.

..always struggled [lost] against MM's pies, hopefully he knows how to handle them with us too..

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..if you can't be good, be good at it..

What I don't get is that in early games you could see the Swans struggle with fatigue.

Two months on they are running harder than everyone except probably FREO.

Is this because they had achieved this base in previous years and it's easier to re-establish or just got fitter as the years progressed.?

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I hope Essendon* folds.

Cant see this as an ideal game for Yarran regardless of attitude - SCG, tight, hard contested Swans footy.

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"I had to eat"

We always play well against Sydney, but it doesn't always translate into wins.

I'd argue the three potential ins are: Carazzo, Yarran, McInnes. It might depend on conditions as to who play (and how many spots there are to fill - who knows with Robbo).

Suck disrespect for the bye... lock thread mods

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“I would rather have questions that can't be answered than answers that can't be questioned.” ― Richard Feynman

CARLTON INJURY UPDATE

Andrew Carrazzo
Calf
Test

David Ellard
Calf
3 weeks

Patrick McCarthy
Foot
7 weeks

Marc Murphy
Cheekbone
3 weeks

Rhys O’Keeffe
Foot
Indefinite

Mitch Robinson
Shoulder
Test

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"You are being watched. The government has a secret system. A machine that spies on you every hour of every day. I know because I built it." - Finch

We some class and composure in the forward line so I think Yarran is a must and maybe Menzel is worth a chance as well, along with Eddie these guys can make the most of limited opportunities.

Small ground where 6 or 7 touches from Menzel may be the difference.

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I hope Essendon* folds.