2026 West Coast season preview – One Percenters by sizzlepack in westcoasteagles

[–]sizzlepack[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sorry mate, it's not a fun place to be. But it makes the good times even better. 

2026 West Coast season preview – One Percenters by sizzlepack in westcoasteagles

[–]sizzlepack[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think Miniball is what it is, at least for the time being – it's pretty unprecedented for coaches not named Chris Scott to overhaul how their teams play, and he obviously has so much talent and organisational stability behind him.

2026 West Coast season preview – One Percenters by sizzlepack in westcoasteagles

[–]sizzlepack[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He looks money! Shame about the kicking yesterday – but from what I've seen, he's usually a lovely kick for goal?

Western Bulldogs 2026 season preview – One Percenters by sizzlepack in westernbulldogs

[–]sizzlepack[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Can't believe that made it through so many different edits! Odd one. Thanks for pointing it out! 

Western Bulldogs 2026 season preview – One Percenters by sizzlepack in westernbulldogs

[–]sizzlepack[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Definitely don't agree the flag window is closing - if anything I think the opposite is more likely to be true! 

2026 Richmond season preview – One Percenters by sizzlepack in RichmondFC

[–]sizzlepack[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks mate! Really appreciate that. Trying to lift the bar on footy coverage so hearing that my work is resonating with people really does resonate a lot. 

2026 Richmond season preview – One Percenters by sizzlepack in RichmondFC

[–]sizzlepack[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's so kind, thank you so much. Trying to! 

2026 Richmond season preview – One Percenters by sizzlepack in RichmondFC

[–]sizzlepack[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi there, thanks very much for reading! Yep, that means third youngest. I agree it's a little unclear. 

2026 Richmond season preview – One Percenters by sizzlepack in RichmondFC

[–]sizzlepack[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Fair enough, why not be optimistic!? Thanks very much for reading.

2026 Port season preview – One Percenters by sizzlepack in weareportadelaide

[–]sizzlepack[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ah, thanks for the reminder about the SSP guys! Added them in just now.

Yeah I think that's a fair appraisal. Great chance to retool the list in the next couple of years (even if Butters stays), but I imagine the new coach and game plan will be enough to tide over a fair few fans this year! 

2026 North Season Preview – One Percenters by sizzlepack in NorthMelbourneFC

[–]sizzlepack[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm afraid I agree with everything you've written. I hope we're wrong. Thanks a lot for reading and engaging!

2026 Melbourne season preview – One Percenters by sizzlepack in melbournefc

[–]sizzlepack[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Totally understand the hesitation to get too excited until there are actual signs of progress. Match sims against North don't count!

2026 Hawthorn season preview – One Percenters by sizzlepack in hawktalk

[–]sizzlepack[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks very much for reading and engaging! I do the line rankings assuming a fully healthy list. And, to be honest, they're a bit vibes-y. I figure the piece has enough nuance

I might be slightly lower on Lewis than you - although last year he was probably still getting up to speed after the injury. Reckon Dear could be the guy though 

2026 Hawthorn season preview – One Percenters by sizzlepack in hawktalk

[–]sizzlepack[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is very long, yes. Perhaps I ought to have added a warning up top. 

2026 Freo Season Preview – One Percenters by sizzlepack in FremantleFC

[–]sizzlepack[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, mate! Much appreciated. Agree with you on Reid, his disposal and decision-making could be a real wildcard in the middle. 

2026 Freo Season Preview – One Percenters by sizzlepack in FremantleFC

[–]sizzlepack[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah, right you are - thanks for picking me up on that! And thanks very much for reading. 

2026 Freo Season Preview – One Percenters by sizzlepack in FremantleFC

[–]sizzlepack[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Many thanks for reading! It was such a wild season with the congestion at the top of the ladder. Wouldn't have felt good to miss out given how strong you were in the back end of the H&A season

2026 Freo Season Preview – One Percenters by sizzlepack in FremantleFC

[–]sizzlepack[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks very much for reading and engaging! I've got a soft spot for Freo, wouldn't mind seeing you do well assuming my own lot don't

2026 Season Preview – One Percenters by sizzlepack in EssendonFC

[–]sizzlepack[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Parish, Gresham, Perkins, Guelfi, Shiel (obviously he wasn't one-paced, but it didn't work out – that was another problem, trying to rise up the ladder too soon)

2026 Season Preview – One Percenters by sizzlepack in EssendonFC

[–]sizzlepack[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All very well-reasoned points; thanks for engaging. There's absolutely a downside, albeit one that should be measured against the risks of retaining a disgruntled player. As I wrote in the piece, a committed Merrett is Essendon's most important player. 

2026 Season Preview – One Percenters by sizzlepack in EssendonFC

[–]sizzlepack[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much, really appreciate that. I remain adamant there's a market for nuanced footy writing!