After a meeting where plenty of home truths were said, the Brisbane Lions have turned back to their valued philosophies as they attempt to put last week's horror show behind them.
The defending premiers' aura took a battering last week when they conceded a record 14 goals during the third quarter of their 78-point loss to GWS.
It left Brisbane nursing a 6-5 record in their pursuit of a third-straight flag, and they will receive another huge test on Saturday when they take on a red-hot Fremantle outfit at the Gabba.
Heavy losses to Geelong and GWS over the past fortnight have raised major questions about the Lions' direction and motivation.
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan is hopeful a brutally-honest meeting this week in the wake of the third quarter "disaster" against the Giants will get them back on track.
