Was amazed at the people willing to jump back on the Lions after they whipped Essendon. That game proved nothing really except that Brown's a pretty handy player and Essendon are Brisbane's bunnies at the moment. It's still early days for Port too, but I think there maybe more room for improvement with them than Brisbane. As for Fremantle, it's interesting to note that a couple of weeks ago, I think they were 7th favourites to make the 8, but 11th favourites to win the premiership. Obviously the bookies thought that they would win enough matches at Subiaco to scrape into the finals, but they weren't good enough in Melbourne to go any further. I must admit I was amazed that they were able to beat Melbourne at the MCG, so perhaps you're right. Maybe that thumping by Richmond has really started them up. Also impressed by Geelong. They appear to be building a strong all round team.

Ahh, by the way Mug Punta, it's 'their midfield', 'their change in attitude', 'their lack of height' etc etc. A bit nitpicky I know, but I find it just a little irritating when people get their theres and theirs mixed up.