Cornes: The AFL stars who won’t return my calls
Kane Cornes has trained himself not to let the criticism in during his time at the media, but Cornes tells Scott Gullan even some of his former teammates won’t return his calls.
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‘You get what you deserve’: Wines addresses Hinkley’s last ride
Power superstar Ollie Wines says there’s added motivation at Port to not only send Ken Hinkley off on a high, but possibly a Port Adelaide legend alongside him.
Blues hand former Cats, Power forward a lifeline
Carlton had five players fighting for its final list spot, but has decided to hand a former Geelong and Port Adelaide forward a lifeline at a third club in the SSP.
DPP predictions that could change your SuperCoach plans
Mid-season position changes have turned SuperCoach on its head. Who could gain DPP this season? Here are 20 players who should be on your watch list.
Track Watch: Casualties of new-look Crows revealed
The Crows look set to unveil four big recruits in their pre-season “Showdown” with Port, with Wednesday’s match sim providing some key intel on who will make way for new stars.
Buddy, Barry and flag heroes: Sydney’s best team since 2000
Sydney has been one of the AFL’s most dominant teams this century, powered by a host of the league’s biggest stars. See who made the cut in Lachlan McKirdy’s best side since 2000.
Every Demon rated: The star Dees ‘would be stuffed’ without
The Dees fell away from contention last year. But with their A-graders fit and firing, can they bounce back? Glenn McFarlane and Jon Ralph rate every player on their list.
Gwilt, Bruton, Lai: Power bolter joins select group of footy recruits
There are few footballers who go from local footy direct to the AFL. MATT TURNER looks back on the players who have followed the same path as Port Adelaide’s new SSP signing Josh Lai.
Rookie Rankings: The Phantom’s best cheapies on every line
A lot of names are being thrown around – but who are the SuperCoach rookies you need to pick? The Phantom ranks the best cheapies in every position.
AFL boss opens door for shock Origin return: Who could play?
After the success of the Indigenous All Stars match, AFL CEO Andrew Dillon is keen to kickstart talks to revive State of Origin footy. Who would have the best team?
‘Takes its toll’: AFLW’s best player’s radical season shift idea
Reigning AFLW best-and-fairest Ebony Marinoff has conceded the league is yet to “nail” the perfect season start date and has thrown up her own idea which would impact the AFL fixture. HAVE YOUR SAY.
How Fox Footy bosses plan to get Dusty deal done
It seems Tigers great Dustin Martin may be one step closer to joining the Fox Footy line-up, with one popular commentator hinting about teaming up again with his buddy.
‘It’s greed’: Footy divided over $1.2m trend
“Exciting” AFL and NRL off-seasons with more player movement than ever has exposed a modern new reality about the footy codes.
‘He’s a ripper’: Walker flags early Draper debut as youngster hurt
It’s no secret Sid Draper has been turning heads at Adelaide training this pre-season, and former skipper Taylor Walker expects to see him early, but another young gun has had a setback.
Star Crows recruit’s leading role in Rachele resurgence revealed
Josh Rachele’s resurgence continues to gather steam and the role one of Adelaide’s key off-season recruits has played has been revealed. Plus, the latest on Sid Draper and Dan Curtin.
Track watch: Key Crows SuperCoach intel from Port Pirie
Plenty scoffed when Matthew Nicks said Josh Rachele was having the best pre-season he’d ever seen a player have. But as SIMEON THOMAS-WILSON reports, Nicks wasn’t exaggerating. See his track notes from Port Pirie here.
Teen’s hidden trait which impressed Power recruiters
Plucked from the obscurity of Melbourne suburban football to join an AFL list Josh Lai is the feel good story of the summer. His local coach reveals one unlikely trait which could separate him from other wingmen in the AFL.
‘Wicked’: AFL WAG compared to conwoman
An AFL player’s beloved wife, who is suffering from terminal cancer, has revealed she’s been compared to conwoman Belle Gibson.
Cornes: Stubborn Hinkley wouldn’t blink at Port’s keyboard halfwits
Ken Hinkley must be supremely confident in his own skin to agree to this succession plan, or maybe it’s just ornery stubbornness, writes Graham Cornes.
‘Get on with business’: Hinkley’s relief over public succession plan
On a night where those who forged the past at Port Adelaide were honoured, outgoing Power coach Ken Hinkley addressed the future, as he prepares to lead his final season at Port.
‘A lot to weigh up’: De Koning coy on Blues future as rivals circle
Tom De Koning has conceded he has “a lot to weigh up” as he considers whether to accept a long-term deal to stay at Carlton or test the market as a free agent.
Star Eagle’s sad admission as contract call looms
Indigenous All Stars midfielder Tim Kelly admitted he’s fallen out of love with football in the last two years amid stalled contract talks with West Coast.
In demand Pies star scares off potential future buyers
Chased by North Melbourne in the 2024 trade period, Pies star Brayden Maynard looked to be one to watch during this season. But not if you ask the man himself about his future.
Trade buzz: Barrass fallout starts at West Coast
All-Australian defender Jeremy McGovern’s future in the west has been sorted, with Tom Barrass’ move to Hawthorn having a big say. JOSH BARNES explains why.
SSP latest: Dogs make surprise call on VFL sensations
It was thought the Western Bulldogs were deciding between Brayden Crossley and Dom Brew for their final AFL list spot. But the club has taken another path.
Updated mid-price ranks: Bolter emerges as SuperCoach steal
No one loves a mid-pricer in SuperCoach as much as Tim Michell. And this year, there a host of great options to consider. Check out our top 25 and have your say.
Ultimate SuperCoach Draft guide: Everything you need to know
Still unsure how to walk out of your upcoming SuperCoach AFL Draft looking like a pro? Are you looking for a bit more of an edge? Draft expert Lekdog has everything you need to know.
Year of $190k gems: 18 rookies in SuperCoach cheapie expert’s team
While some are going with mid-priced madness, Dan Batten believes it is the year of the $190k cheapie. He reveals his team and the latest rookie intel – including a point of difference play.
Seventh heaven: Shelley, McDonald among latest Cats signings
Geelong has further cemented its list for the 2025 AFLW season, signing up to seven players on one-year deals. See who is sticking around.
‘Lit something in me’: The spark that inspired Shaw’s coaching return
Incoming Gold Coast Suns AFLW coach Rhyce Shaw has revealed what inspired his senior coaching comeback four years after parting ways with North Melbourne.
AFL history as Rhyce Shaw’s return to senior coaching revealed
Rhyce Shaw is back coaching in the AFL, but it will be a new role for the former Kangaroos senior coach, as he makes some history with his newest gig.
Dare to dream? Daisy’s training cameo sets tongues wagging
West Coast coach and AFLW legend Daisy Pearce has popped up at a WAFLW training session in Perth, leading one coach to declare “it would be fantastic to have someone of her stature playing in the competition.”
‘Win it all’: Former AFL gun seeks back-to-back glory after key signings
A former AFL star has recommitted as playing-coach of an SA country club and remains confident of consecutive premierships after three key signings for 2025.
Ranked: Top 25 Hills FL Country Division players of the 21st Century
The Hills Football League’s Country Division has been stacked with top talent so we’ve ranked the best of the best. See our top 25 players of the past 25 years.
Cats slammed: ‘What happened at Geelong wasn’t healthy’
A delisted Geelong player has opened up on his “terrible” time at the Cats after returning to South Australia, saying he felt as though he was unappreciated.
‘I’m excited’: Former Geelong prospect signs with local SA footy club
An SA footy young gun has returned to his home state after two years in the AFL system and signed with a local club ahead of season 2025.
SACKED: AFL
Some of the biggest names in AFL reveal the true stories of how they discovered their days were numbered and when the guillotine dropped.
The SuperCoach AFL Podcast
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The Herald Sun Footy Podcast
Join the Herald Sun’s Lauren Wood and the team as they talk through the big news of the week, and what’s set for the weekend of footy.
Watch: Jamarra’s emotional return just the start of long road
Jamarra Ugle-Hagan was greeted with open arms and plenty of hugs at training on Wednesday, but there’s still a long road before he’s fit to play. Watch the vision and see the pictures.
Century’s best: Would any club topple ultimate Tigers side?
From Matthew Richardson to Dustin Martin, Richmond has boasted some of the greatest players of this century. MICHAEL WARNER names the Tigers’ best side from 2000-2025.
Every Bomber rated: Sole A-grader tells damning tale
Essendon fell away from finals contention late last season and then traded away Jake Stringer. So where does this list really sit? Jon Ralph and Glenn McFarlane rate and rank every player.
TV battle lines drawn as Fox, 7 reveal huge prime-time line-ups
Some of the biggest names in AFL media will go to head-to-head like never before on Thursday and Friday night this season. But who will win TV’s main event? See every name here.
Nothing afoot: AFL doubles down on ump’s betting role support
AFL boss Andrew Dillon says the league will work closely with umpire Nick Foot amid criticism of the Grand Final official taking on a role at betting form Sportsbet.
Hird: Essendon 34 has to be envious of WADA’s Sinner debacle
WADA determined Jannik Sinner didn’t try and cheat despite testing positive to a banned substance. Neither did the Essendon 34, and they didn’t test positive at all. Allan Hird writes, it’s time for change.
Giant blow: GWS star to miss start of campaign
GWS will be without one of their biggest names for the opening weeks of the AFL season in a major blow to the club. Get all the pre-season injury news here.
‘Make it his own’: New Sydney No.23’s SANFL pedigree
Ned Bowman has footy in his blood. His father Lachy was a SANFL star with Norwood who drove 500km a game to play. Now, he’s tipping his son to embrace the pressure of inheriting Lance Franklin’s number.
547 days later: Inside ‘anxious’ Bailey Smith’s return to footy
Cats assistant James Rahilly said his side’s new superstar recruit Bailey Smith was nervous before running out for the first time in 574 days, while two youngsters have been hyped up.
Media Street: Kane to film from shed in Australian first
Heard of Stephen A. Smith and Pat McAfee? Kane Cornes is taking another big step to match his US idols with a new Sunday night TV show this year.
Pick your line-up: Collingwood’s best team of the 21st century
Jolly or Grundy? Howe or Maxwell? What about De Goey? Glenn McFarlane had to make some big calls in his Collingwood team of the century. Now you can too. Select your team HERE.
AFL rules out big Brownlow voting change
After a record number of votes for first and second place in the 2025 Brownlow count – who left Marcus Bontempelli in the dust – the AFL has ruled out a crucial change to the way umpires vote.
Track watch: Port’s left-field answer to backline woes revealed
Port Adelaide may have found their cover for key defensive duo Brandon Zerk-Thatcher and Esava Ratugolea. Get the details here.
Wider review re-opens investigation into Petracca incident
The AFL is set to reinvestigate Christian Petracca’s King’s Birthday near-death experience after an official demand from the AFLPA.
Star Saint’s latest setback puts round 1 hopes on edge
After making a comeback from a recent training mishap, Max King has been struck down with another complaint that could spell trouble for the Saints.
Pies, Lions, Suns: Who stood out in three-way practice clash
Gold Coast, Brisbane and Collingwood faced off in a series of short clashes, and while the teams have gotten through largely incident-free, it wasn’t all smooth sailing.
Hawks coach responds to Reid wedding photo
After being pictured laughing at a wedding with West Coast star Harley Reid, Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell has explained what went down.
AFL reacts to McGuire son’s plum new jobs
Eddie McGuire’s son has landed himself two plum AFL media jobs as part of a footy shake up, and the response has been surprising.
Lions set to unleash Levi Ashcroft
Having recovered from shoulder surgery, Brisbane Lions father-son pick Levi Ashcroft is set to take part in a three-team trial on the Gold Coast.
AFL boss open to return of State of Origin
AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon says the Indigenous All Stars buy-in has paved the way for more representative footy.
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