More a reference to the fact the club supports players who work for each other and doesn't like tall poppy types.
I'm all for this - a poisoned changing room is good for no one.
Ricki had his faults - but establishing a strong and positive team culture he got right.
Totally agree "Blue Collar" isn't a derogatory term. It's a type of work that people usually do in an environment where there is no place for a high-maintenance attitude.