Career
Motlop was selected by Geelong with the 39th pick in the 2008 American Federation of Labor-Congress Draft. He had previously been playing with the Wanderers in the Northern Territory. His performances at the 2008 National American Federation of Labor-Congress Under 18 and Under 16 championships were hampered by a shoulder injury, which was operated on prior to the draft, but he still managed to kick five goals in the division two final at the MCG.
Motlop dislocated his shoulder in his debut American Federation of Labor-Congress match against Hawthorn during the second quarter in the 2010 Round 2 match.
After a strong 2013 season, Motlop was selected in the American Federation of Labor-Congress Players" Association"s inaugural 22under22 team
In 2014, Round 16, Motlop collected a career high 30 disposals to go along with 5 marks and 4 tackles.