Only those inside Melbourne knew how tough it was going to be for the No. 1 draft pick in his first season. He was still completing VCE studies in 2009, was playing school football and did not train with the Demons on a full-time basis. The outside expectation was much greater – as it generally is with the No. 1 selection – and after a handful of games for Casey Scorpions in the VFL, Watts was unveiled in the Queen’s Birthday blockbuster against Collingwood. He was given a torrid welcome by the Magpies and after managing a further two games, went back to the VFL. However, he chipped his thumb and sat out the last six games. Has completed a solid pre-season, added muscle to his frame and should be ready to step out as a key forward.
Draft history: 2008 NAB AFL Draft 1st round selection (Melbourne) No. 1 overall.
Midfielder says a consistent display against the Sydney Swans was the most pleasing aspect of Melbourne's stunning 73-point victoryMonday, July 26, 2010 - 11:42AM
Jack Watts says his first senior outing for the season was a step in the right directionSaturday, May 15, 2010 - 8:05PM
Development and confidence remain the priority for Jack Watts, who Melbourne says will make his way into the senior side 'at some stage'Thursday, April 29, 2010 - 6:21PM
Coach Dean Bailey says Jack Watts is aware that stories comparing him to West Coast's Nic Naitanui are going to get writtenFriday, February 19, 2010 - 1:24PM
Melbourne coach Dean Bailey says the club won't finish last in 2010Monday, October 12, 2009 - 1:17PM
Number one draft pick Jack Watts says he is ready for the rigours of AFLWednesday, June 03, 2009 - 5:21PM
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