Re: The big Dugan discussion
Both B. Stewart & Boyd would make for interesting comparisons.
Here's my take...
B. Stewart - A better fullback technically as he knows how to position himself, generally one of the safest at the back both under the high ball and in defence. Provides both good support play and good play-making skills. Not as good with kick returns and not as strong. Speed comparisons would be interesting, I reckon they'd be even. Dugan has a better boot on him and can goal kick if need be.
D. Boyd - Better positionally and in terms of being able to read a game I don't think there's anybody better. One of the best ball-playing fullbacks in the game and you could argue all time. However, he's not the athlete of Dugan. Dugan is faster and stronger, probably has better support play too [citation needed].
I mean, if you were to compare based on careers now, both Stewart and Boyd are easily on another level to Dugan but the key here is to measure them as prospects. I'm not kidding when I thought Dugan had the potential to dislodge Slater as the best fullback in the game. Truly is a testament to Billy's competitive nature that he's still on top of that list as we kick off 2013. I reckon the only person who is a hope of beating him is GI and it won't count for anything since GI is so talented and versatile he can play anywhere from 1-6.
