Collingwood v Essendon
In the return of seven of the banned Bombers players it was the most high-profile who stood out the most. Jobe Watson started the match like he had a point to prove, and he proved it. Although it was only a pre-season game, finishing with 19 disposals in 62% of the match was impressive.
Jobeโs game so far:
17 disposals
3 marks
5 clearances
4 tackles
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"The Razor" Fantasia was the best player on the ground, booting 4.1 and going at 92% disposal efficiency for his 12 possessions.
For the Pies their young brigade were their best performers, which is a promising sign. Jack Crisp, Jordan De Goey and Josh Smith all played well. New recruit Will Hoskin-Elliot looks like he will add a lot to the side with his pace and flair, he finished with 13 disposals and two goals.
It was an impressive start in the black and white for Will Hoskin-Elliott: https://t.co/GupBlAyzKP pic.twitter.com/ONnjcQRksu
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Tom Phillips was the Pies best player on the night, finishing with 24 disposals, 9 marks and a goal.
Best
Collingwood: Phillips, De Goey, Smith, Sidebottom, Greenwood, Ramsay
Essendon: Fantasia, Parish, Z.Merrett, Watson, McKernan, Dea