FORWARD line development coach Paul Satterley reviews the Melbourne-listed players who played in Casey’s 82-point win over Essendon at Windy Hill on Saturday

Casey 25.11 (161) defeated Essendon 11.13 (79)

Sam Blease: Sam played a good game on the wing, winning 16 disposals and driving it inside 50 on five occasions. His ability to take ground, use his speed and evasive skills was positive. He also had three tackles.

Mitch Clisby: Mitch is playing very consistent footy. He understands when to defend and when to take the game on offensively. He had 20 possessions and took five marks, which was a good contribution.

Tom Couch: Tom formed part of a very strong midfield combination and was busy around the stoppages, winning plenty of contested ball. He finished with 23 touches, four tackles and kicked two goals.

Troy Davis: Troy played on the last line of defence and contributed with a team high eight spoils. His disposal efficiency is improving with each game.

Jack Fitzpatrick: In Jack's first game for the season, he was very good. He played as a key forward and second ruck, supporting Jake Spencer. Jack played with a high level of intensity and was rewarded with three goals, 17 hit outs and five marks.

Jesse Hogan: Jesse is continually demonstrating an appetite to work hard in games. He is competing strongly in one-on-one contests and when outnumbered, he is finding a way to bring the ball to ground. He finished with19 disposals, five marks and four goals in another dominant display.

Dean Kent: After a quiet first half, Dean worked himself into the game with 13 disposals and made a good defensive contribution, as well as finishing with a goal.

James Magner: Jimmy had an equal team-high 31 possessions. He led the way with his nine hard ball gets and seven tackles. He is playing a very combative brand of football and his stoppage work has been very good.

Jordie McKenzie: Jordie made a significant return after missing a few weeks with injury. He had 31 disposals, six inside 50s and provided terrific leadership on the field.

Daniel Nicholson: It was a solid game from Nicho. He had 17 possessions, four marks and four inside 50s. He is being encouraged to back his elite endurance and speed to take the game on.

David Rodan: David had an excellent game. His attack on the contested ball resulted in 10 hard ball gets, 24 disposals and when he went forward, his crumbing was very clean. He finished with three goals for the game.

Jake Spencer: Jake had a real impact on this game. His work ethic to compete in all aspects was really pleasing. He had 19 disposals, 37 hit outs, as well as six tackles, which was a great return.

James Strauss: James continues to improve with each game. He is defending strongly, taking his opportunities to use his speed, and providing the team with his run and carry. He had 19 disposals, six tackles and contributed with a goal from half-back.

Rory Taggert: Rory is learning how important hard work is at this level. He is continuing to develop in this area and has shown he can really impact games, when his intensity is high. He had 11 disposals, four tackles and kicked 2 goals in a solid contribution.

Josh Tynan: Josh is improving with greater game involvements as reflected by his 20 possessions and four marks. He is working very hard to improve the quality of his skill execution and finish his hard work when he wins the ball.