Dwayne Russell believes Mason Cox could just be the final piece of the puzzle for the Pies in 2020 in their quest to win a flag.
Cox returns to the side after struggling with injury for tonight’s clash with GWS.
Kane Cornes told SEN’s the Captain’s Run earlier on Friday that he thought the selection was a “mistake”, saying it “threatens to disrupt the electric chemistry the Pies’ forwards had against the Saints last week”.
Russell however feels Cox’s inclusion frees up the likes of de Goey and Stephenson for other roles.
“I heard Kane Cornes earlier. I disagree with Kane about Mason Cox. He might actually be the guy that wins Collingwood the premiership this year,” Russell told SEN’s Dwayne’s World.
“I think they continue to pursue Mason Cox as that key position forward player this season Collingwood, because that’s the change-up Collingwood needs.
“They’ve got other great forwards, but if Mason Cox is there you might not have to play Jordan de Goey forward as much.
“If Mason Cox is there you might not have to rely on Jaidyn Stephenson as much.”
Listen to Dwayne's thoughts below