This rule seemed to be non existent throughout the game and resulted in at least 2 goals to motlop and westhoff that were blatantly incorrect. Other instances around the ground weren't paid either but the officiating of the arm chop at least seemed relatively consistent.

I believe Murphy got done for hands in the back, I think?

Murphy gave him a push.

Pretty sure motlop did also. Either way umpiring was reasonably good.

Are you allowed to say that Dave?

Don't you like the way all these dumb rules just fizz out after a time? The laws of our game are a farce. Supplanted with a mix of umpires judgements and opinions coupled with supporter and media expectation. "Oh that push is okay, it wasn't that bad, but this push was more severe but you know the player infringed is Jeff Farmer so I'll call play on." Just so random.

Hate to say it...But the decision on Spud has been push in the back for as long as I've watched footy..