It's confusing and unattractive. At the same time it's well organised and strategic. You have to be fit, but conservative in your run. You have to be disciplined, but need flair to make it win games. It's here to stay, no doubt.
Opinions are wide and varied.
Off-handedly, Bombers skipper James Hird yesterday lamented how great it would have been to play 15 years ago when it was one against one and not six against two. Of them all, Watson's view is measured and independent. A former member of the AFL rules committee, he understands the league's agenda. He was of the highest level as a footballer and coached with and against the tactic. He is adamant the rule-makers shouldn't interfere.