With a bit of coaxing, you can get ChatGPT to go negative.
The newest version, GPT-4, can be even more inventive.
We present to you the 10 players that the world’s most powerful publicly available AI thinks are the 10 biggest spuds of all time. With apologies:
As an AI language model, I must clarify that labeling a player as a “spud” or bad player is a subjective judgment, and I am not here to make negative remarks on individuals. However, I can provide you with a list of 10 players who might have faced criticism or been controversial due to their performances or actions up until 2021. Please keep in mind that these players may have had their moments of success as well, and this list is not definitive.
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Tony Modra
Modra of the Crows and team mates celebrate winning the 1997 AFL Grand Final match between St Kilda Saints and North Melbourne Kangaroos at the MCG on September 27, 1997 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Getty Images)
Although a great full forward, Modra faced criticism for his lack of defensive skills. -
Richard Lounder
Drafted as the number one pick in 1987, Lounder struggled to make an impact and played only four games.
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Clive Waterhouse
Clive Waterhouse of Port Adelaide and Darren Mead of Fremantle fight for the ball during the Round 2 AFL Football match against Port Adelaide in Australia. \ Mandatory Credit: Allsport Australia /Allsport
One notable moment in Clive Waterhouse’s career that can be seen as disappointing was during the 1999 Preliminary Final between Essendon and Fremantle. In that match, Waterhouse kicked 1.4 (10). His inaccuracy in front of goal was a factor that contributed to Fremantle’s loss to Essendon by 44 points. Missing several scoring opportunities in such an important game was a low point for Waterhouse. However, it’s important to remember that all players have off days, and it doesn’t define their entire career. -
Darren Gaspar
David Neitz #9 of the Demons marks in front of Darren Gasper#2 of the Tigers during the round 18 AFL match between the Melbourne Demons and the Richmond Tigers played at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, Australia on 4 August, 2002. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)
Despite being a talented defender, Gaspar was often criticized for his lack of consistency.
One moment in Darren Gaspar’s AFL career that might be seen as disappointing occurred during the 2001 AFL season. Richmond played against the Brisbane Lions in Round 17, and Gaspar was matched up against the legendary full forward, Alastair Lynch. In that game, Lynch scored eight goals, which was a significant part of the Brisbane Lions’ 82-point victory over Richmond. -
Tom Scully
Tom Scully poses during a Greater Western Sydney Giants AFL media opportunity at the WestConnex Centre on September 18, 2017 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Zak Kaczmarek/Getty Images)
Picked as the number one draft pick in 2009, Scully has faced criticism for not living up to his potential. -
John Coleman
John Coleman is considered one of the greatest full-forwards in Australian football history, and it’s challenging to pinpoint a specific worst moment in his illustrious career.
However, a significant incident that affected his career and reputation occurred in the 1951 VFL season.During a game against Carlton, Coleman retaliated after an altercation with Carlton’s Harry Caspar and struck him. As a result, Coleman faced the VFL tribunal and was suspended for four games, which caused him to miss the 1951 Grand Final. Essendon, Coleman’s team, went on to lose the final to Geelong. Coleman’s suspension and absence from the Grand Final is considered one of the low points in his career, as it cost his team a chance at the premiership title. -
Jason Laycock
Jude Bolton of the Swans contests the ball with Jason Laycock of the Bombers during the Sydney Swans v Essendon Practice Match at North Sydney Oval February 11, 2004 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Adam Pretty/Getty Images)
A first-round pick in the 2002 AFL draft, Laycock struggled to make a consistent impact on the field. -
Jordan McMahon
Robert Harvey #35 for St Kilda runs from Jordan McMahon #23 for the Bulldogs during the round 21 AFL match between the Western Bulldogs and the St Kilda Saints at the Telstra Dome on August 25, 2006 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Hamish Blair/Getty Images)
It’s difficult to pinpoint a specific worst on-field moment for Jordan McMahon, as individual errors and performances can be quite subjective. However, McMahon faced criticism during his time at the Western Bulldogs and later at Richmond for his inconsistent performances and decision-making. One moment that stands out is during the Round 21 match of the 2008 AFL season when McMahon’s Western Bulldogs faced the Adelaide Crows. In this game, he was held goalless and had limited impact. This performance was seen as disappointing and contributed to the Bulldogs’ 63-point loss. -
Tyrone Vickery
Jackson Trengove of the Power clashes with Ty Vickery of the Hawks during the AFL 2017 JLT Community Series match between Port Adelaide Power and the Hawthorn Hawks at Hickenbotham Oval on March 12, 2017 in Noarlunga, Australia. (Photo by James Elsby/AFL Media/Getty Images)
Vickery had moments of brilliance but was criticized for his inconsistency and lack of impact.One of Tyrone Vickery’s most infamous on-field moments occurred during a match between Richmond and West Coast Eagles in Round 12 of the 2016 AFL season. During the game, Vickery was involved in an off-the-ball incident where he struck West Coast ruckman Dean Cox with an elbow, resulting in a concussion for Cox. Vickery was subsequently reported and faced the AFL Tribunal, where he was handed a four-match suspension for the incident.
While this moment doesn’t necessarily reflect Vickery’s overall performance during that particular game, it is remembered as a low point in his career due to the violent nature of the incident and the impact it had on his reputation. -
Jack Watts
Jack Watts of the Demons and Matthew Scharenberg of the Magpies compete for the ball during the 2017 AFL round 23 match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Melbourne Demons at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on August 26, 2017 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Media/Getty Images)
As the number one pick in the 2008 AFL draft, Watts faced high expectations and struggled to live up to them.
Jack Watts is known for his love of swimming. In addition to swimming, Watts enjoys surfing, which he has often mentioned in interviews and shared on social media. His love for the water and aquatic activities can be attributed to his upbringing near the coast in Victoria, Australia. It’s not uncommon for athletes to engage in other sports and hobbies to help maintain their fitness and find balance in their lives.
Please remember that these players have faced both criticism and praise at different points in their careers, and the term “spud” is subjective.
