1. Overcoming the Portress
In recent times, the Bulldogs have shown an ability to win on the road, but Adelaide Oval is one venue they’re yet to conquer. Play well early, and drown out the noise — that is often the approach travelling teams adopt, but in this case, the Bulldogs need more than a good start to overcome an in-form Power side – think four quarter effort.
 
2. Do it for Rough (100 games)
Not many players in the current team have been cruelled by injuries as Jordan has, and his persistence has been inspiring. Increasingly the ruckman has become a heart and soul player, and those players deserve a heart and soul effort as appreciation for their respective milestones. Do it for the big fella.
 
3. Kick straight and you’re a big chance
Foxsports.com.au this week revealed through champion data stats, that if the Bulldogs had kicked their “expected score” in each match this year, they would be undefeated. There has been lots of talk about improving the offensive side to their game, and a start could be by converting shots on goal. Opportunities have been there to take. Kick the goals, win the game.
 
4.Even the ledger
Port and the Bulldogs have met 25 times, and Port holds the slightest advantage winning 13 of those occasions. A Dogs win will square it up. Easier said the done, the Power are one of the form sides of the competition. Hang on, so are the Dogs. Game on.