Good on ya Woods, he still misses the point. The greatest players, or even a rung down and let's just talk about the current top players all have one thing in common. It's about the team first. What's best for the individual is a distant consideration to what is best for the team.
For players who put themselves first or what they think is good for their family, they will never reach that top level.
And of course, it is the players who do everything they can for the team, putting the team first, that are often more highly revered, valued and reap the biggest rewards as an individual (and for their family).
Look at the Bulldogs, who is their most team-focused player, with little argument it's J.Reynolds. Not the most skilled, but the most team-focused. And his departure is causing massive problems for them, arguably contributing to their derailing season. Is Woods leaving causing us that much trouble? Pfft, he has already been replaced.
I believe he's also been replaced, in fact his replacement was coming to the Dogs before Reynolds decided to come here. I don't see Des crying about him leaving, in fact the only ones complaining is some of their " supporters".
Who in the majority, are mainly feral anyway.
As for" players who put themselves first or what they think is best for their families",
Do you put your family first?
Putting your family first is not something to knock so easily. Just ask your wife.
Most players these days do exactly that. Football clubs won't be there for you in 10 or 15 years. Unless there's something they need for you,
It's to be hoped thay your family will be though.
Both Tedesco andWoods will have completed their obligations before they leave, both have played hard for the club, and if injuries allow, they will continue to do that.
That's ALL that any player owes any club.