Adams sets the record straight

TAYLOR Adams says Jordan De Goey has become the “scapegoat” for Collingwood losses, adamant his message to the inconsistent forward was one of support after the loss to Gold Coast.

It was reported a group of senior players had demanded more from De Goey as well as themselves after a quiet clash against the Suns.

Adams dismissed that on social media as “garbage” and on Monday, at the launch of the MND Big Freeze game, detailed the nature of his discussion with De Goey.

“There was quite a bit of media attention around Jordy last week and he seems to be the scapegoat when Collingwood aren’t going well,” he said.

“Some of the stuff that was reported was inaccurate. My conversation was leaked from the changerooms, I am not sure how that happens, but the conversation was inaccurate.

“Jordan (pictured) and I have a great relationship, we have been working on it for a number of years now. And we try to make each other better. The conversation was based around one of support, helping him while I am in rehab, watch extra vision, do extra sessions, be a sounding board for him.

“He was coming off a concussion and played a quieter game and I am glad he came out and played the way he did. He had a great week on the track.”

The report said the Pies leaders had “put the acid” on De Goey, with Adams upset any of that conversation had found its way into the media.

“I am not sure if it actually gets leaked, sometimes Chinese whispers turn into something else,” he said.