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AFL draft gun’s league debut that made NRL clubs go gaga

After his first competitive game of rugby league at age 14, two NRL clubs came knocking for Dylan Patterson’s signature. Here’s why he turned them down in favour of the AFL’s Gold Coast Suns.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 20: Sullivan Robey of the Eastern Ranges celebrates with teammates after the Ranges won the Coates Talent League Boys Grand Final between Eastern Ranges and Sandringham Dragons at Ikon Park on September 20, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Asanka Ratnayake/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

Is the Robey hype real? Your last minute draft questions answered

Who rises, who falls and who will throw tonight’s first round of the AFL Draft into chaos? Our experts have their say on who goes where — and answer your last minute questions.

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Vic Country vs Vic Metro Under 19 Challenge game at Windy Hill. 09/07/2021. Vic MetroÃs Youseph Dib . Pic: Michael Klein

Full listDraft news

The 863 players chasing AFL dream

It’s a list full of ex-AFL players, NAB League prospects and even star suburban players — here’s every player who has nominated for the AFL Draft.

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NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. November 15th. CDG Sports Management hosted its annual pre-draft training session, inviting all 18 clubs to watch the CDG draft prospects train ahead of the draft. Ã. . Picture: Michael Klein

Full draft order, your club’s picks: Every detail ahead of the Draft

The AFL Draft is here. What time does it start? When will your club pick? Who will they take? Here’s everything you need to know, including details of the exclusive documentary.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 20: Hugo Mikunda of Victoria Country during the 2025 Marsh AFL National Championships U18 Boys match between Victoria Country and Victoria Metro at RSEA Park on July 20, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Riley Lockett/AFL Photos)

How Falcon fought through double blow – and why he’s a great fit for Cats

Draft hopeful Hugo Mikunda went from barbecue duties at training to catching the eye at VFL level. And it isn’t just his postcode that suggests he would fit in nicely at Geelong.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 08: Dyson Sharp (c) of South Australia celebrates a goal during the Marsh AFL National Championships U18 Boys match between South Australia and Victoria Metro at Alberton Oval, on June 08, 2025, in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

Coach’s captaincy fear debunked by top prospect in Dons’ sights

South Australian coach Tony Bamford reveals why he almost denied star prospect Dyson Sharp the captaincy before the teenager’s emphatic response changed everything.

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AFL Draft sliders in 2025

‘Sickening to watch’: What it’s like to be a draft slider

It hurts to look for your name in power rankings and not see it there. Two prospects — one a former No. 1 contender — open up on the harsh reality of sliding down draft boards.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 04: Beau Addinsall during the 2025 Coates Talent League Boys Round 05 match between Eastern Ranges and Gold Coast Suns Academy at Box Hill City Oval on May 04, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Craig Dooley/AFL Photos)

Dons, Roos could help Suns land academy stars as rivals circle

Rivals are sensing they could snare one of the Suns’ prized academy players in the draft. But at least two Victorian clubs are interested in a pick swap that would help Gold Coast match bids.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 04: Cooper Collins of the Suns kicks the ball during the 2025 Coates Talent League Boys Round 05 match between Eastern Ranges and Gold Coast Suns Academy at Box Hill City Oval on May 04, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Craig Dooley/AFL Photos)

AFL Draft watch: Inside word on U18 Suns Academy superstars

Gold Coast’s under-18 men’s academy is stacked with talented stars who are set to take the AFL world by storm in years to come. With the 2025 AFL Draft only a couple of months away, we profile every player in the Suns Academy.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 07: Willem Duursma of the Power celebrates a goal with teammates during the 2025 Coates Talent League Boys Quarter Final between Gippsland Power and Geelong Falcons at Shepley Oval on September 7th, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Craig Dooley/AFL Photos)

Draft Intel: Meet footy’s next ‘unicorn’, late smokeys emerge

Willem Duursma has been talked up as the prospective No.1 pick all year — here’s what he can bring to the Eagles. Plus, who the Cats are eyeing as the next Shaun Mannagh. See the latest draft intel.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 29: Josh Lindsay of Victoria Country in action during the 2025 Marsh AFL National Championships U18 Boys match between Victoria Country and South Australia at Marvel Stadium on June 29, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Rob Lawson/AFL Photos)

Full Draft order: Your club’s new picks after trade frenzy

The 2025 AFL Draft is fast approaching – and it looks a whole lot different after trade period. From full indicative order to the top prospects and testing results, here’s everything you need to know.

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Which schools AFL draftees are attending

The schools, junior clubs of every top AFL draft prospect revealed

Elite private schools will again dominate the top rungs of the AFL draft. See which schools prospective draftees are coming from — as well as their junior clubs. See the full list here.

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AFL Draft value in 2025

The 20 draft smokies flying under the radar

Draft followers would be well across most of the names around the top-end, but there are a stack of prospects who have flown under the radar this year. See who could give your club value.

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The 2025 AFL Mock Draft

Top 30 Mock Draft: Who will your club pick?

The countdown is on to the 2025 AFL National Draft. Our experts have put their recruiting hats on to have a crack at selecting the top-end of this year’s crop. Watch the Mock Draft and see all the intel here.

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