Lions coach Michael Voss could be out of a job before the end of the year if Brisbane can't deliver 10 or more wins on the field. Picture Jono Searle Source: The Courier-Mail
FOUR-time premiership player Martin Pike says Michael Voss is starting to blossom as Brisbane boss.
And Geelong premiership coach and former Lions star Chris Scott says the Lions have developed into a "formidable" outfit under the club's favourite son.
The 37-year-old will start his fifth season as Brisbane senior coach this Saturday when the Lions face the Western Bulldogs at Melbourne's Etihad Stadium.
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Out of contract at the end of 2013, Voss must deliver more than 10 wins in the home-and-away season to keep his job.
Former teammates of the triple premiership captain think Voss and the Lions are on track.
Pike's five-season tenure at the Gabba is probably best remembered for headbutting then CEO Michael Bowers in the days after the 2004 grand final loss to Port Adelaide.
But he was an integral part of Brisbane's hat-trick of flags with his big stage experience, physical presence on the field and larrikin nature off the paddock.
Pike is a regular at Lions matches in Victoria and says both Brisbane and Voss are on the rise.
"You have got to cut your teeth in anything you do and I think Vossy looks more comfortable within himself as a coach these days," Pike said.
"When he first took over, it wasn't his side, but he has put his stamp on it now.
"It's important that you play for your coach but more importantly, I like how the boys are starting to play for each other. Vossy has got them playing for each other which is what brings you team success.
"I think the Lions are a big chance for the top eight. I reckon between fourth and 13th is wide open and it all depends on how they go with injuries and those sorts of things.
"Everyone down in Melbourne was talking up Carlton but when the game was really on in the second half, the Lions were just too good."
Scott, a dual premiership defender, said the Lions' undefeated run through the NAB Cup deserved respect.
"As an external observer, I like the way they played. They played a good brand of football," Scott said.
"I really admire a lot of the things that Brisbane are trying to do ... as long as they don't beat us, I wish them well."
Brisbane's quick, precise and decisive ball movement through the centre corridor was a highlight of the NAB Cup campaign while acts of courage were commonplace.
Young defender Elliot Yeo copped a bad knock in the final against Carlton but got to his feet and backed into a contest with no regard for his safety.
Triple premiership player and GWS assistant coach Luke Power said Brisbane were taking on similar traits to their coach.
"A lot of Vossy's qualities as a player are coming through into his team which is good to see," Power said.
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