Three things you have learned-round 21 v Essendon 2019

[Twodogs]

Go for it.

[GVGjr]

Bump

[bulldogtragic]

1. We just told Tippa, Hill, Keith, Tomlinson, Martin etc. that coming to play for us, on good money, is a smart life decision.
2. The percentage could be the difference between Essendon or us making finals. Double the pain for them hopefully.
3. I love the Naughton/Schache combo. 4+ pretty much every week, and goal assists, score involvements and bringing others into the game.

[whythelongface]

1. Our forward line set up with Naughton, Schache, Lloyd, Dale, Dickson and Mclean is really working well. Rotate Bont, English and a few others in there and we have a very difficult structure to defend against.
2. Our midfield is a beast of a line up and will continue to develop and get stronger over the next 12 to 24 months. What a line up - Bont, Dunks, Smith, Macrae, Lipinski - all < 25
3. The Bombers are cooked. Love it.

[Yankee Hotel Foxtrot]

1. The footy Gods more than made up for my son's first game last year, where we lost in the last minute to North. This year we got the last 3 cheersquad guest passes left, then me and my son got to get a photo with Scott West who was sitting a couple of rows ahead of us, and then Jackson Macrae gave a signed ball to my almost 4 yr old daughter making her night... oh and we smashed the Bombers!!!

2. Dunkley has to be in serious consideration for All Australian.
3. Our defenders just crushed the Bombers for almost 4 Qtrs

[The bulldog tragician]

1. The footy Gods more than made up for my son's first game last year, where we lost in the last minute to North. This year we got the last 3 cheersquad guest passes left, then me and my son got to get a photo with Scott West who was sitting a couple of rows ahead of us, and then Jackson Macrae gave a signed ball to my almost 4 yr old daughter making her night... oh and we smashed the Bombers!!!

2. Dunkley has to be in serious consideration for All Australian.
3. Our defenders just crushed the Bombers for almost 4 Qtrs
Hooray for you YHF, what a night to be here, you may have to come more often

[westdog54]

1. The footy Gods more than made up for my son's first game last year, where we lost in the last minute to North. This year we got the last 3 cheersquad guest passes left, then me and my son got to get a photo with Scott West who was sitting a couple of rows ahead of us, and then Jackson Macrae gave a signed ball to my almost 4 yr old daughter making her night... oh and we smashed the Bombers!!!

2. Dunkley has to be in serious consideration for All Australian.
3. Our defenders just crushed the Bombers for almost 4 Qtrs

Hope you enjoy your leave pass tonight.

1. Our destiny is back in our hands. Win the next two and we're all but in the 8.
2. Commentators struggle to call blowouts. The ABC call got a bit silly towards the end. Understandable though.
3. Nothing beats putting a team you despise to the sword .

[AndrewP6]

1. The Dogs seem to play well when I'm not there.
2. Cordy could still offer something
3. Talk of Matt Suckling being cooked was completely overblown. He was great tonight.

[westbulldog]

McLean was back to his best.
Our forum prematurely "cooks" players after 1 or 2 average or poor games, pleased that Dale and Dickson disproved that today.
Will Hayes played very well and more than justified his selection, congrats to him and the MC.

[Doc26]

1. Our destiny is back in our hands. Win the next two and we're all but in the 8.

Unfortunately not if Port and Essendon win their last 2 as well.

[Dry Rot]

Will Hayes played very well and more than justified his selection, congrats to him and the MC.

This. Good on Hayes.

[Flamethrower]

Unfortunately not if Port and Essendon win their last 2 as well.

Unfortunately for Essendon, they are playing Fremantle in Perth and Collingwood, not North Sunshine and Laverton.

[bornadog]

1. The footy Gods more than made up for my son's first game last year, where we lost in the last minute to North. This year we got the last 3 cheersquad guest passes left, then me and my son got to get a photo with Scott West who was sitting a couple of rows ahead of us, and then Jackson Macrae gave a signed ball to my almost 4 yr old daughter making her night... oh and we smashed the Bombers!!!

That is brilliant.

[Eastdog]

1. The footy Gods more than made up for my son's first game last year, where we lost in the last minute to North. This year we got the last 3 cheersquad guest passes left, then me and my son got to get a photo with Scott West who was sitting a couple of rows ahead of us, and then Jackson Macrae gave a signed ball to my almost 4 yr old daughter making her night... oh and we smashed the Bombers!!!

2. Dunkley has to be in serious consideration for All Australian.
3. Our defenders just crushed the Bombers for almost 4 Qtrs

That's great YHF. What a great Bulldog game in history now winning over 100 points.

[Mitcha]

1 Josh Schache is coming along nicely, a slow burn but is turning from a timid type into a strong competitor, has been on the end of some big hits this year but dusting himself off and going again.
2 That was Bulldogs footy, best spread from stoppage seen for ages, rapid fire ball use and overlap run capped off with unbelievable defensive mindset from all 22. Essendon"s reputation as frontrunners on display again. Speaking of frontrunners Junk time Jake nowhere to be seen again when the going gets tough. less like "The Package" and more like "The Baggage". Heard someone call him Australia Post last night as he rarely delivers.
3. Was privileged to watch Rhylee West run around in the VFL yesterday. Far too good and shouldn't play too many more at that level but will struggle to fit him in at AFL level next week. The boy has outstanding footy IQ as expected, has excellent body strength for his size which allows him to tackle strongly and often but also makes him almost impossible to tackle when he has the footy which means no panicked disposal and has excellent ability to hit the scoreboard either as a mid or when forward.
And a bonus number 4. We all know it but Bailey Smith will be a star and should be in the discussion for the rising star award but unfortunately plays for the wrong team in order to win it. Has speed and confidence and looks at home at this level already and loved the moment he got in Stringers face almost saying to him you are the past and I am the future.

[ratsmac]

1. The Bulldogs are back. Memories of 2015 came flooding back last night of when we we thumping everyone at Etihad. The handball club is reborn!

2. Bailey Smith is a special player. There is a reason that he gets targeted by the opposition so often. He's good, really good. I don't think I've seen a first year player get into so many scuffles as him. When he starts to break the lines and use his wonderful foot skills more....wow!

3. We showed up Essendon for what they really are. Yes they have injuries but they lack hardness and the are full of downhill skiers. They don't have any inside mids at all. I love that Dylan Shiel chose them. What an unintelligent decision!!!

[Daughter of the West]

1. We can belt the living suitcases out of teams. The Freo game gave us a taste, but last night was just something else.

2. Pantsing teams is fun, who knew?

3. I suspect that AFL related Simpsons Quotes on Facebook has a content producer who is at the very least sympathetic to the Bulldogs, if not an actual supporter. Their content last night was top notch, and they also really stepped it up during our 2016 finals campaign.

[Bulldog4life]

1. Dunks set the tone again with huge first quarter.

2. Loved Sucker's game down back. It is where he plays his best footy.

3. Hayesy after a couple of fumbles played his best match for us. His kicking improved and I am sure his confidence would have too.

[Dancin' Douggy]

1. Imagine how good Naughton is going to get as he matures, wow.

2.Imagine how good Bailey Smith is going to get as he matures, wow.

3. Imagine how good English is going to get as he matures, wow.

[bornadog]

1. Nice to have two big blokes in the forward line and giving opportunities to the smaller players.

2. I still maintain we have the best midfield in the comp

3. Suckling must stay in the backline.

[HOSE B ROMERO]

1. If bomber supporters wish to watch grim, harrowing images why don't they just stay at home and watch sbs scandinavian noir?

2. Rapt to see Haysie, Schack and Zaine have a good night out.

3. Enjoyed the renditions of Sha na na and Who let the dogs out being sung on the wing during the second half.

[HOSE B ROMERO]

Oh damn, can i just slip in a 4th?

4 . And day your 3 teams beat Essendon by a combined 312-71 is heaven.

[Remi Moses]

1 . Our defensive chain goals kills them every time
2 Their midfield is rubbish ! Smith is the only mid out
3 We don’t have to hear the Stringer media love in this week

[Remi Moses]

On a monumental day
47 . 31 . 313 ( we actually kicked more goals than points )
Them 9 . 17 . 71

[Bullies]

1. Our backline has functioned better this year when Daniel has been out injured. We move the ball so much quicker.

2. Bailey Dale looks like he belongs

3. Will Hayes - I thought you were just a good seconds player. Happy for you to prove me wrong.

[Vred]

1. If this is what we are doing now, imagine what we’re doing when all our young guys mature a bit more.
2. Hayes showed he can play AFL
3. We took Essington by the throat and never let go.

[bornadog]

1. Our backline has functioned better this year when Daniel has been out injured. We move the ball so much quicker. .

Where would you play Daniel?

[Bumper Bulldogs]

Where would you play Daniel?

I remember another Woofer stating that we go longer, more direct and quicker when he is out of the side. My thoughts pricked up and I’ve paid attention since then. I would have to agree and I do think we play better when he is not in the back 6. I would like to see him high forward or wing as he would be a huge assist hitting up forward leads.

[bornadog]

I remember another Woofer stating that we go longer, more direct and quicker when he is out of the side. My thoughts pricked up and I’ve paid attention since then. I would have to agree and I do think we play better when he is not in the back 6. I would like to see him high cursed or wing as he would be a huge assist hitting up forward leads.

Duryea, Suckling and Crozier are beautiful long kicks.

[Bullies]

Where would you play Daniel? I would play him on the wing and a spell as a roaming forward as he has the smarts. In the backline he runs around in circles and does those piddly little kicks which stop our run.

[Happy Days]

I really think saying we're a better side without Daniel because we beat the Dons by 100 points is putting 2 and 2 together to get 5. He's been fantastic this year.

I will however acknowledge that we've looked a far better side with Duryea on the field.

[Bullies]

I really think saying we're a better side without Daniel because we beat the Dons by 100 points is putting 2 and 2 together to get 5. He's been fantastic this year.

I will however acknowledge that we've looked a far better side with Duryea on the field. I haven't seen anyone say we are better without him in the side only that we seem to function better with him not in the back line. He certainly plays in any side we put out on the park.

[ratsmac]

Interesting call on Daniel. I agree that he should be further up the ground. There is no doubt he has been good in the backline. He gets us out of trouble so much but he is known for a couple of howlers a game. I don't like him taking the kick ins because he doesn't get enough distance on his kick. I can't understand why Suckling isn't the designated kicker. He puts it in the centre of the ground!

IMO Daniel would be better used on a wing. He has a super tank so he'll be up and down the ground much like Hunter. The small forwards would love his ability to find the non obvious target.

[Mantis]

I really think saying we're a better side without Daniel because we beat the Dons by 100 points is putting 2 and 2 together to get 5. He's been fantastic this year.

I will however acknowledge that we've looked a far better side with Duryea on the field.

For a side that relies on fast ball movement Caleb's indecisiveness with ball in hand halts our momentum more than we would like.

[ledge]

Interesting call on Daniel. I agree that he should be further up the ground. There is no doubt he has been good in the backline. He gets us out of trouble so much but he is known for a couple of howlers a game. I don't like him taking the kick one because he doesn't get enough distance on his kick. I can't understand why Suckling isn't the designated kicker. He puts it in the centre of the ground!

IMO Daniel would be better used on a wing. He has a super tank so he'll be up and down the ground much like Hunter. The small forwards would love his ability to find the non obvious target.

I agree he seems to be able to hit up targets and that would improve our forward line no end.

[bornadog]

For a side that relies on fast ball movement Caleb's indecisiveness with ball in hand halts our momentum more than we would like.

Is it indecisiveness or he is looking for the best option?

[Mantis]

Is it indecisiveness or he is looking for the best option?

Whatever it is it allows the opposition to push back which makes it harder for the next kicker to find an option.

[ledge]

Whatever it is it allows the opposition to push back which makes it harder for the next kicker to find an option.

But if we move him up the ground a little and he hits forwards on the chest instead of wingers it doesn’t matter as they are close enough to have a shot.

[The bulldog tragician]

Is it indecisiveness or he is looking for the best option?

He is not a penetrating kick so he stops and looks for a safe option. I love him but I’m not a real fan of him in the backline especially when we kick backwards to use him.

[kruder]

Good discussion re Daniel agree about the ball movement(should not be aloud to kick out also) but he is also poor one on one defending even against a small. There is also an issue when it's his turn to come across and help, he was ok at it the start of the year but has been poor for awhile now. We are already undersized in defence and need players like Crozier, Duryea, Wood,Suckling to come across and help out.

You really notice the difference when Duryea is playing a similar role, has really surprised me he is much better in the air and can come across and cover more effectively. Generally uses it well too.


Caleb could play the Hayes role from the weekend effectively.

[1eyedog]

1. Looks like another flag this year Woofers.

2. Hayes played well so eating my words. Hopefully he can maintain the rage.

3. Schache has turned into a tough bastard. It's a thing of beauty he's gone from flaky soap to a real contested key forward. Man crush.

[westbulldog]

re : Good discussion re Daniel agree about the ball movement(should not be aloud to kick out also) if I compare Caleb's dinky kicks out to those of Shannon Hurn and Lewis Jetta for example, there is light years difference. With the new rules the kick out can and should be a weapon and we are missing out.

[The Doctor]

1. AFL - Western Bulldogs 21.11.137 def Essendon 4.9.33

2. VFL - Footscray Bulldogs 20.9.129 def Essendon 5.5.35

3. VFLW - Western Bulldogs 6.11.47 def Essendon 0.3.3

Doesn't get much better than that

[whythelongface]

1. AFL - Western Bulldogs 21.11.137 def Essendon 4.9.33

2. VFL - Footscray Bulldogs 20.9.129 def Essendon 5.5.35

3. VFLW - Western Bulldogs 6.11.47 def Essendon 0.3.3

Doesn't get much better than that

Nope it sure doesn't. The only thing that would beat this if all these games were Grand Finals. :)

[AshMac]

1. It’s really hard to judge where we’re at playing a team as dreadful as essendon on Saturday
2. Our midfield is a taggers nightmare - without dunks hitting elite numbers weekly the combo of Macrae, bont and dunkley must be terrifying
3. loved bailey smiths tackle on Stringer in the second quarter - so strong