Atkins on his contract extension

It is always a massive relief, just to know that you have got a job next year.

It being at the Cats is an absolute treat, I am very lucky to be here. 

Atkins on the Cats position after 12 weeks

We have had some tough games, but I feel like every game we have been in it.

There hasn't been a game that we have played where I felt like we couldn't have won at some point.

That is probably the most pleasing thing, that we have been able to stay in games and at times we have executed.

Our last three weeks have been really enjoyable, hopefully we can carry that through. 

07:44

Round 13 Press Conference | Tom Atkins

Tom Atkins spoke with the media in the lead up to the Round 13 match against the Suns. Presented by Ford.

Atkins on the midfield battle against Gold Coast

Obviously Anderson has probably been the standout.

His last month has been awesome, then [Matt] Rowell and Touk [Miller] are really consistent players.

We will have a challenge, it is always a challenge but we feel like we have been going pretty well as well.

It is more about how can we nullify their strengths but amplify ours, we will look forward to them in the next couple of days. 

Atkins on Tyson Stengle's tackle pressure

I have had nothing to do with that, that is all Tyson.

It is great, he is such a talented offensive weapon and to be able to add that to his game just helps us win games. I think it is a credit to his team mindset.

I know the forwards place a high emphasis on having at least one tackle a game, he is definitely leading the way down there.

I think it has been missed by the majority of people, today's game those offensive moments and awesome goals are what most people love seeing.

But when Tyson is doing that sort of stuff and creating goals for others, it is highly valued by his teammates. 

01:33

Tyson Stengle Highlights | Round 12

Tyson Stengle played a pivotal role in Geelong's win over the Eagles, with some clean and classy moments standing out in what was a tight tussle.

Atkins on the message at three quarter time on Sunday

Scotty never shows his frustration, it is always a very forward looking mindset.

We still had a quarter of footy left and he was just reminding us that we are one of the best fourth quarter teams in the competition.

It is not just going to happen, we need to go out there and get it done and that is what eventuated.

It is nice to have a calm mindset knowing that if you put in the effort, you can execute.