Jonathan Brown says GWS star Jeremy Cameron “should be embarrassed” by his performance against Carlton.
Cameron kicked four goals in a return to form against Fremantle last week but was well held by Blues defender Jacob Weitering in Thursday night’s nine-point win at Metricon Stadium.
The reigning Coleman Medallist went goalless and finished with just seven disposals while emerging Giants forward Jake Riccardi kicked two vital goals in the last quarter to seal the all-important victory in a low scoring affair.
Speaking on Fox Footy post-game, Brown was withering in his assessment of Cameron’s display.
“(When) Jeremy Cameron goes back and watches that replay tonight, and sees what (Jake) Riccardi did in those moments, and the way he gets around the field and the way he competes - Jeremy should be embarrassed,” the Brisbane great said.
“I’m a fan of Jeremy Cameron, but too many times this year he’s looked disinterested and he hasn’t played like a big man.
“You might say he’s a bit slight, no, he’s a key forward.
“He’s a power forward, he gets paid like a key forward, he needs to take hold in those moments with physicality, and he just hasn’t been able to do that.
“Riccardi is showing the way. A third-gamer is showing the highest-paid player in the competition the way to do it. They play the same position.”
Cameron, who remains out of contract, has kicked 22 goals in 14 matches this season.
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