King: Saints don’t lack A-graders
A common criticism of St Kilda is the lack of “A-grade” talent on the list. DAVID KING writes he doesn’t believe the Saints lack talent — and he expects a bounce-back in 2019.
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De Goey on track to be AFL’s best: King
Jordan De Goey kicked 48 goals in 2018 and in his one full game as a midfielder, he was dominant. In his preview of Collingwood’s season, DAVID KING predicts the young Pie will one day be the best player in the league.
David King: Kangas now have icing
A revitalised North Melbourne has the need for speed as it looks to return to finals action. DAVID KING writes coach Brad Scott now has the icing to top his cake.
David King: Are Cats contenders or pretenders?
Are the Cats a victim of their own success and judged too harshly, or is the window still open? In Footy19 DAVID KING writes while there’s question marks on the Cats this year, there’s also cause for optimism.
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The six keys to Richmond’s success
DEFENSIVE dominance, forward pressure and ruck superiority. David King pinpoints the key battle grounds that saw Richmond break its premiership drought.
The Danger puzzle: possessions v potency
PATRICK Dangerfield is the AFL’s best midfielder and best forward and Geelong coach Chris Scott has a delicate balancing act on Friday night, writes David King.
Pedal to the metal only way for Giants
LEON Cameron has to let his Ferraris loose on the semi-final autobahn, writes David King. If it proves successful, Richmond will have plenty to worry about in their preliminary final.
Rioli can help Tigers pass finals test
DAMIEN Hardwick has coached the most AFL games without winning a final in VFL/AFL history and Daniel Rioli could be the key is removing that unwanted record, writes DAVID KING.
Can four midfield aces be stopped?
PATRICK Dangerfield, Dustin Martin, Rory Sloane and Josh Kelly hold the keys to their teams’ September hopes. Can they be stopped? DAVID KING searches for possible weaknesses.
Crows to make title fight statement
FORGET the fast-finishing Swans and the mighty Giants. DAVID KING says the Adelaide Crows are the most powerful team in the competition and they are about to prove it.
Port’s midfield Showdown dilemma
WHY this is time for Port to end its Showdown misery with find match-winning role for Robbie Gray.
Cats must follow Hawks’ blueprint
NO Patrick Dangerfield and facing its bogey team. However, Geelong has been shown the blueprint to victory, it’s whether they can implement it, writes David King.
Man-on mantra: Swans’ backline fuels flag hopes
THE “play your role” mentality saw the New England Patriots win two of the last three Super Bowls and it’s helped turn Sydney’s season around, writes David King.
Ruthless Saints rebuilt in Richo’s image
ALAN Richardson has rebuilt St Kilda and the form of Seb Ross, Jack Steven and Jack Billings is evidence of his masterpiece, writes David King.
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