John Evans: Kerry defence must invest in brawn for 2022

Of the six defenders that started against Tyrone in last Saturday’s All-Ireland final, only Jason Foley (6ft1in) and Gavin White (6’) are above six foot.

Tyrone’s Ben McDonnell is surrounded by Kerry’s Jason Foley, left, and Gavin White in the All-Ireland semi-final. Foley and White are the only Kerry defenders over 6 foot. Picture: Daire Brennan/Sportsfile

John Evans believes Kerry have to invest in brawn and put bigger players into their defence if they are to win an All-Ireland title next year.

The former Roscommon, Tipperary and Wicklow manager is encouraged by the emergence of Mike Breen at half-back this season but believes the back-line requires more powerful men.