Well, the new match committee. Sheeds wouldn't have cut him, pigman did.

"Kepler has played 50 games for Essendon, combining AFL and NAB Cup games. Could it be that clubs lack patience with taller players who are yet to find their niche in the game.

"These guys take a bit longer to develop. You have to curb their energy and, at times, change their direction."

"He's a quality bloke who can play footy. The question is where."