That's it. The pressure is off Des Hasler as the Bulldogs win their first game in five matches.
It was a dogged defensive effort with both teams' attack on the scrappy side.
Josh Morris for mine was the best on the paddock but the forward packs for both teams getting through a mountain of work. David Klemmer was a colossus for the Dogs while Josh Jackson, Aiden Tolman, Michael Lichaa and Adam Elliott racked up the run metres and tackles.
Josh Dugan and Nene McDonald were dangerous for the Dragons while a special shout out for Cameron McInnes who made 50+ tackles.
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