Keary still experiencing concussion symptoms

[King Salvo]

Perhaps give him an extra week.

I heard he was seeing some Drs or specialists about his persistent headaches.

If it is just one week maybe start Radley at 5/8 with Cornish on the bench. I heard Cornish got mauled a bit in defence by Manly.

one small issue with VR at 5/8 is that he has never played that position- Matto is the best option if as expected Keary is out and in reference to Cornish's defence issues and lack of ball running ( he is a 7 basically) - be a rugged and physical game I expect against the rebuilt Tigers - 4 forwards on the bench a must too and no wingers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Mickie Lane]

Matto at 5/8, I cant see that happening. He is 1 kilo lighter than JWH & I dont think he has the spark nor the agility to play 5/8. I think he will be lucky to be in the 17.

[Easts75]

Matto at 5/8, I cant see that happening. He is 1 kilo lighter than JWH & I dont think he has the spark nor the agility to play 5/8. I think he will be lucky to be in the 17.

100% will be in the 17 all year if he stays healthy.

[4 the all in brawl]

one small issue with VR at 5/8 is that he has never played that position- Matto is the best option if as expected Keary is out and in reference to Cornish's defence issues and lack of ball running ( he is a 7 basically) - be a rugged and physical game I expect against the rebuilt Tigers - 4 forwards on the bench a must too and no wingers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

VR played a bit of 5/8 in the 18s and 20s in recent years, maybe not in the top grade but apart from a couple of games neither has Matto.

I agree Rads is primarily a backrower but he would be a better option than Matto imo if Keary is out just for a week or two as Rads is a natural footballer and can defend far better than Cornish or any of the young up and comers.

I just think Matto is just too slow to play at pivot now.......

[Mickie Lane]

100% will be in the 17 all year if he stays healthy.

Unless he shows some aggression I reckon blokes like Butcher, Collins or Chris Smith will get picked before him.
Last year at the end of the games he looked immaculate. He didnt even have a hair out of place.

[takethe 2]

I agree that VR isn't your typical specialist player. He looks like a footballer who could handle different positions. If his kid is not too complex- I think he might be an excellent choice

[takethe 2]

His job is not too complex.... (autocorrect )

[takethe 2]

Also, any new news about Luke?
i really hope he is ok

[fletch]

Also, any new news about Luke?
i really hope he is ok

apparently started training again on the weekend, will be named to play but the decision on whether he does won't be made till Saturday.

[Steakface]

Matto's 5/8 skills havent just disappeared because he's bulked up.

If Robbo puts him there, i think he will still do a solid job

He'll just be a little slower.

He'll also probably be the biggest 5/8th to lace on a boot for 1st grade.

Interestingly, he remains named as 5/8 on the official site

[Headless Chook]

I'm sure that I read that Mitch Cornish will get the gig if Keary is rested for another week, don't know where all the Matterson talk at 6 has sprung from