Rowey reacts to Zac Bailey's contract call
Summary
The FIVEAA Sports Show hosts discuss the Sydney Swans' decision to re-sign Zach Bailey on an eight-year deal, dismissing the move as a "tire kicker" tactic to inflate value. The conversation shifts to midfield options, with the hosts arguing that developing Sid Draper or targeting players like Jordan Dawson and Will Day would be superior to signing Bailey. They also analyze the free agency of players such as Ricky Melvin and the potential departure of others, while emphasizing the urgent need for the Swans to secure a bona fide midfielder to complement their existing roster.
Topics discussed
Defining 'tire kickers' in the AFL transfer market
Zach Bailey's 8-year extension with the Lions
Zach Bailey's farewell message to the Crows
Critique of Bailey's deal and Sid Draper's development
Speculation on recruiting Warner or Ruheny
Analysis of potential targets: Warner, Ruheny, and Dawson
Evaluating Jordan Dawson and comparing Rankin and Golden
Discussing the Ashcroft brothers and Ricky Melvin
Highlighting a promising Bulldog midfielder
Libertatore's retirement and Crows' selection strategy
Listener suggestions for midfield replacements
Final thoughts on player resilience and performance
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