From Dyer'ere report and Morris's report something must put a squib up Millers backside and he started working for a living in footy. Needs to do that for four quarters and then maybe he will become an AFL regular. It is in his own hands
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Pick 63, 2017 Ben Miller - Welcome to Tigerland.
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Two consecutive weeks on big improvement in Ben's game according to Morris so there is hope for him yet
Last 2 weeks big improvement in Ben's marking which is pleasing to see too.
Think he would do better in the forward line where he doesn’t have to spend too much time worry about what his opponent is doing. Balta and now Lynch missing.
Wouldn’t surprise if he limes up as a forward on Rampe in Sydney.
Wouldn’t surprise if he limes up as a forward on Rampe in Sydney.
Not sure what it exactly is , however I’ve always thought he just is a bit Blah, just not enough AFL traits , however he’s last 2 games I’ve seen he has improved dramatically, taking grabs and taking the game on.
Not sure there’s a spot in the back half for Funky going forward , however he’s playing some very good football atm
Not sure there’s a spot in the back half for Funky going forward , however he’s playing some very good football atm
Mmm. So he came of age. Mmm.
Miller was awesome. But I still don't believe. Levels above the level.
Intensity? Commitment? I've never seen that bloke before. I can't accept this.
Miller is a pathetic spectator. He doesn't have white line fever - he has white line narcolepsy.
I need to put my fingers in the wounds.
This didn't really happen.
Miller was awesome. But I still don't believe. Levels above the level.
Intensity? Commitment? I've never seen that bloke before. I can't accept this.
Miller is a pathetic spectator. He doesn't have white line fever - he has white line narcolepsy.
I need to put my fingers in the wounds.
This didn't really happen.
Why not play him forward this week, has done in the VFL .. We need a backup tall forward so badly. Its worth a go ! We also need someone to replace JR in 2023 ( that's if he retires ) . They tried Balta there .. why not give Miller a go .. what do ya think guys .
Can't see it working but if they move him forward you can guarantee it will be tried at VFL level first.
To zero effect.
If rumours are true Broad is moving west at the end of the year, there will be a spot open in the defence for a quick versatall. Ben Miller can come in as #3 back. If.
Let's see a body of work.
Agree no way will he come in to play forward. Needs to remain in the backline as a back up to Tarrant.
Something has clicked in the last 2 weeks. Attacking the air ball without fear. And taking the game on.
Maybe the Morrow rocket did the trick?
We can only be a better team if Miller comes good. Let’s all cross our fingers he levels up.
Maybe the Morrow rocket did the trick?
We can only be a better team if Miller comes good. Let’s all cross our fingers he levels up.
I doubt we are looking to shift Broad, and regardless Miller is behind Balta, Gibcus and Biggie as mobile talls.
Structurally a move forward makes sense, but ill trust your judgement that ability wise it doesnt. At lease not at this point.
If he is in career best form as a defender in the VFL, leave him as a defender in the VFL. See if he can become a consistent dominant aggressive tall. If he can master those traits, and hold a mark, come next preseason a move can be considered if still needed.
It's more the rumour that Broad is looking to move.
If he is, we are usually amenable to that sort of thing. As much as I love Broad, we have developing cover in the role. If we could snag Petrucelle it could even be a net gain. (By that I don't mean that Petrucelle is a better player than Broad. I mean that if Broad leaves we have Biggie or Brown or Miller to step into the role - talented players with youth on their side and much improvement to come. And Petrucelle is something we need - another blistering small forward. And turning 24 next year in the right age bracket, and also with improvement to come.)
Miller. Back. Only. He'll never be a forward.
I doubt West Coast would want him, and doubt Freo would need him. I reckon the only club to the west that would be interested is the cats. but he isnt 30 for another year, so even their interest might be minimal.
On Miller, i rarely see much VFL so cant really comment. It would be a pity if he cant make, what ever position, though. he has the size, mobility and kick to be a pretty handy player.
Miller can make it as a back, if he continues to build along his current trajectory. The risk of regression is very real though, with types like Ben who lack physical confidence. That's why we have to leave him in that role, where he is growing and beginning to build that confidence.
Freo has no need for Broad, correct. West Coast might, if Hurn retires. Going into a rebuild, a triple-premiership player might be seen as valuable, in the Hodge to Brisbane mould.
