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AFL:Eagles praise 'freak' Waterman despite goalkicking yips

West Coast rising star Jobe Shanahan has described Jake Waterman as a freak, praising the spearhead for the role he's been playing in the club's young forward line.

Waterman's goalkicking yips have been a big talking point this year, with the issue reaching fever pitch in recent losses to Port Adelaide and North Melbourne.

The 2024 All-Australian had the chance to win the game against the Kangaroos last week with a 35m set shot from straight in front, but hit the post with just 45 seconds remaining in the one-point loss.

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