Matthew Lloyd suggests new roles for Josh Daicos and Jordan De Goey
AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 8:00 PM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Matthew Lloyd recommended that Collingwood shift Josh Daicos to a permanent midfield position and move Jordan De Goey to an attacking forward role for next season. Lloyd, an Essendon champion, suggested these adjustments would better utilize the team's existing talent as they integrate potential recruit Lachie Neale. De Goey, who recorded 15 disposals and two clearances in a recent loss to the Western Bulldogs, has seen his explosive impact decline over 12 seasons. Coach Craig McRae is credited with maximizing his list, but analysts remain uncertain about the club's trajectory after a season that concluded with a loss on Friday night. Lloyd projects the team to finish in the bottom half of the ladder next year, noting that the current youth talent may not be sufficient for immediate premiership contention. The club continues to evaluate its roster strategy ahead of the next campaign.
- •Matthew Lloyd advocates for a permanent midfield transition for Josh Daicos.
- •Jordan De Goey may move to a 60-40 split favoring forward line play.
- •Collingwood plans to incorporate dual Brownlow medallist Lachie Neale next season.
- •The Magpies recently finished their 2026 campaign with a loss to the Western Bulldogs.
- •Projections for the 2027 season place Collingwood in the ninth or tenth ladder positions.
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"Matthew Lloyd is doubtful the Magpies can make a significant jump up the ladder next season
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