Jake T.

[Disco]

A lot less money and a 50 minute player. 2 more years is all he has left in him.

Welcome back

 

[Jimmie]

Untill he came off concussed he was really hitting hard and the way he was leading the defensive line was like a man on a mission ….dont follow the ball …watch the players body language after the play the ball once Jake has whacked them …but I agree less minutes and a new deal…jake has plenty to offer still and as someone else posted vey similar to Randall in the eighties. Most importantly he bleeds manly and if he can pass that attitude onto the young guys coming through then he is well worth 2 more years .

 

[Heckenberg]

Can still play a role, but on reduced minutes.

What role? I just don’t see any benefit in the way he plays anymore. Hes slow, basically never breaks the line, can be used as a link man but theres also no risk with him because his running game is so average. Great front on defender yes, but laterally not so quick anymore. Jazz Tevaga basically offers what Jake does but more dynamic and likely on a third of the coin. The rule changes and speed of the game has been cruel to Jake. One of the best defenders I’ve seen but unfortunately his style of defence isn’t rewarded now. The game is all about gang tackles and slowing the ruck as much as possible not about cutting blokes in two at the waist and then they often get a quicker play the ball.

 

[Darknstormy]

Jake needs to retire he looks cooked physically and mentally

 

[Bird of Prey]

A lot of respect for Jake everyone loves him which is why everyone is concerned with his wellbeing. Please think about retiring gracefully champ there would be plenty at the club to keep you busy and long term maybe a future coach.

 

[Darknstormy]

A lot of respect for Jake everyone loves him which is why everyone is concerned with his wellbeing. Please think about retiring gracefully champ there would be plenty at the club to keep you busy and long term maybe a future coach.

I think he could eventually be a defensive coach but maybe he is to nice a guy..I like Jake but I think his time is coming to an end…hasn’t really made an impact for quite some time now…can’t just be taking a spot cause your likeable or your all heart

 

[Tragic Eagle]

I just hope he is okay and they don’t rush him back. Jake has given his all for Manly but he has a long life hopefully after football so his health should be number 1 priority.

 

[Brookie1973]

What role? I just don’t see any benefit in the way he plays anymore. Hes slow, basically never breaks the line, can be used as a link man but theres also no risk with him because his running game is so average. Great front on defender yes, but laterally not so quick anymore. Jazz Tevaga basically offers what Jake does but more dynamic and likely on a third of the coin. The rule changes and speed of the game has been cruel to Jake. One of the best defenders I’ve seen but unfortunately his style of defence isn’t rewarded now. The game is all about gang tackles and slowing the ruck as much as possible not about cutting blokes in two at the waist and then they often get a quicker play the ball.

“Team heart and soul and custodian of precious Manly DNA”. Only thing money can’t buy. Couldn’t give a stuff if he can’t run like Payne Haas or master the gang flop like Isiah Yeo. There’s more to the game than stats.

 

[frank stokes]

What role? I just don’t see any benefit in the way he plays anymore. Hes slow, basically never breaks the line, can be used as a link man but theres also no risk with him because his running game is so average. Great front on defender yes, but laterally not so quick anymore. Jazz Tevaga basically offers what Jake does but more dynamic and likely on a third of the coin. The rule changes and speed of the game has been cruel to Jake. One of the best defenders I’ve seen but unfortunately his style of defence isn’t rewarded now. The game is all about gang tackles and slowing the ruck as much as possible not about cutting blokes in two at the waist and then they often get a quicker play the ball.

I really do not want to agree with this…. but…