No I didn't see that coming.
Ok i did know the Crows would be way too good for the pitiful pathetic pittman-like Paps. But I assumed the Pies would be looking for revenge over the Blues after round 3 and gave the Noddy's no chance. I also didn't see the Sinners slaughter of the Bombers coming. Oh hang on... I did. But I didn't tip em. I watched bits of the game while watching the Crows kick pap-butt minus all forward liners and couldn't tell the difference between the two teams - wasn't that supposed to be a clash guernsey? The silver surfers? WTF? They cost me $15 in the betting comp - bastards!
When I saw the Roos leading the Beagles at half time I couldn't help but reflect on what a brilliant commentator on the game I am. Yet another piece of nostradamus-ism by the man they call Horseboy. And then when the Eagles came home hard it was nothing short of genius by both the Big Cox and Horseboy. Heads up - the Coxman is going to be making his way into my dream team soon so expect an injury.
The Hawks pumped the Giants and then pumped some more but not before buddy got injured - out for a couple (yes he is in me dream team), and the swans killed the lions, while the cats made hard work of the golden showers. Overall the Suns have actually done pretty well up at metricon this year without having once sealed the deal. Is that because the Suns aren't quite as bad as we all think or because teams go up there and think of the game as another ride at a theme park?
Of course the Tiggers won and the Dockers played unwatchable footy to beat the Doggies.
So now we have massive gridlock at the top and in the middle of the table. I'm the first to admit the Crows are aided by the best draw since Picasso. But heads up - it doesn't get harder for us so we'll be top 4 ladies - suck it. The Swans are somehow top of the table on percentage, but the Beagles and Pies are still sadly the best teams in the comp. IN the middle... well if you can tell me who is going to finish in 8th you are even better than me. Ruby2Shoes may be able to tell us... or you can use THIS:
http://www.afl.com.au/bailey%20ladder%20predictor/tabid/13046/default.aspx
Tippers
No... seriously... Ruby2 may be able to after he pulled 9 from 9 and got the bonus point - so he is now 3 clear of 2nd. Picking the Blues AND Sinners? We have to drug test him. There were a heap of 8's, and there wasn't massive movement aside from his effort.
In the Streak comp we have a new leader - Magyver is slowly moving on 26. Top 3 overall streaks get the cookies so Owen and Tom are currently in the box seat for those with 25 and 23 picks but Chooka and Media Unit are on 18 & 17 respectively and still on the march.
Round 16
Lets go straight to the top of the table clash - the Eagles play the Swans in what has become a big game over the years, and this time will be no exception. The eagles keep winning despite having no forward line. Cox & NicNat are having unbelievable years. The Swans have injected some pace and the midfield is scoring goals while their defence has continued to rebound well. The eagles have a couple more outs this week with suspensions (possibly), but they are at home. Who was the last team to beat them at home? The Swans. Man this is a tough tip. I'll tip the Eagles cos of the homeground but it should be a cracker.
The Poos play the Bloos on friday night and... i don't really care - I will laugh at the loser either way cos if the Bloos lose then their Pies wins are no better than when the Paps beat the Crows ie pointless if you don't beat other teams. The Poos have strung together a cuppla good games now but against teams who may not have been playing at their best... if they lose then what was the point other than to allow us to watch James Brayshaw backtrack? Who will I tip? Toss a coin but the Bloos undoubtedly have better cattle.
The Dees host Freo and the season is on the line for the haze. They should win comfortably but I would only put dave's money on it. Similarly the Bombers should beat Port but... but... hmmm. The Bombers have a few injuries... Paps supporters unite on this win (while I tip the Bombers).
Richmond & Adelaide play the Showers n Giants - easy winnings - but the Cats n Pies will be something else. If the Pies lose then are they on the down? If the Cats lose then are they GONE? I'm gonna go with the ladder position for this one and say the Pies, but be happy if I'm wrong.
St Kilda go up to the Gabba to take on the Lions and should be too good if they are legitimate chances for the 8, and finally the Dogs play the Hawks. No Franklin, no worries for the Hawks.
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