Track watch: Port gives glimpse into Lukosius plans
Port Adelaide recruit Jack Lukosius has long been adamant he is best used as a forward – but, as we learnt on Friday, Ken Hinkley might have other ideas. Get all the latest match sim intel.
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Crows fitness guru reveals Tex’s eye-catching data, recruit’s secret
In an exclusive interview, Adelaide’s high performance boss Darren Burgess lifts the lid on how a number of key Crows are really shaping up – from Taylor Walker to Sid Draper.
Potential Houston replacement puts Port contract talks on hold
He has been touted as a breakout contender for Port Adelaide and is unsigned beyond this year. But for now this Power youngster’s focus is on playing regularly, not a new deal.
1-18: Mick McGuane’s forward rankings will ‘ruffle a few feathers’
The superstars up forward can make or break your season. Who’s got the best crop of goalkickers in the AFL? Mick McGuane dissects where your club is at and ranks every forward line.
All Stars clash injury fears allayed as AFL makes call on Pickett ban
High performance guru Darren Burgess has promised clubs their stars will be looked after in the Indigenous All Stars clash, while the AFL has decided if Kozzie Pickett can play despite being suspended.
Round 1 lock? Verdict on every new face at Crows, Power
It was a big off-season for both South Australian clubs. But a few months on, which new faces have really made their mark? Get the intel and verdict on every draftee and recruit.
Uncovered: The stats that make a premium SuperCoach scorer
Lift the lid on how players score points in SuperCoach AFL – and how you can use that intel to pick a world-beating side in 2025.
Neal-Bullen firming for leadership role at Crows
Adelaide’s oldest recruit in seven years has already become a mentor at West Lakes. Here’s why the man known as Nibbler is likely to sink his teeth into an official leadership role.
A Brownlow in England: Bizarre tale of medals headed to auction
A random email from the UK that was initially ignored has led to a rare auction that could let someone into footy’s most prestigious and exclusive club.
SuperCoach Draft: Consensus rankings in every position
The ultimate resource for planning your SuperCoach Draft – and making all the big pre-season calls – is here. Check out our experts’ January rankings.
Dogs make early-season Jamarra concession
The Western Bulldogs are ‘really hopeful’ star forward Jamarra Ugle-Hagan will have an impact this year – but, as interim footy boss Sam Power explains, that isn’t the club’s focus right now.
Next steps for Richmond’s ‘ACL quintet’ revealed
Richmond were decimated by injury in 2024, particularly knee complaints. Now, Richmond’s “ACL quintet” are taking the next step in their road back to the top level.
Rookie Bible: Lock of the century among 17 cheapies added
With practice matches just around the corner and match sim in full swing, the rookie-price picture in SuperCoach is becoming clearer. Get all the intel on every cheapie to consider in 2025.
McGuane: Lowly Blues backline has more questions than answers
The backline has to be in order to contend for a premiership. Aside from Jacob Weitering, what else do the Blues have, asks Mick McGuane. See where your club ranks down back.
Track watch: Rankine sends scare through camp, recruit’s new role
There were some tense moments in Adelaide on Monday when Izak Rankine was forced off the track. SIMEON THOMAS-WILSON has the details and plenty more from Crows training.
Key Saint set for surgery as injury crisis deepens
A few days after losing key men Rowan Marshall and Mattaes Phillipou, St Kilda has confirmed its already-stretched key position stocks will take another hit. So, what’s next?
Pies track watch: De Goey latest, Daicos brushes off foot concerns
Jordan De Goey sent a shudder through Collingwood’s camp after limping off the track with a calf complaint and there’s relief not only for him, but another superstar Magpie.
Every AFL midfield ranked: Who’s gonna step up and help Nick?
We know who runs the midfield at the Pies now, but who’s gonna step up and help Nick Daicos in 2025? The options seem limited. Mick McGuane rates every midfield group from best to worst.
SuperCoach whispers: Track stars, magnet moves, rookie bolters
Need to know who’s hurt, who’s flying and who’s training in a new role that could boost their SuperCoach scores? It’s all right here in our updated mega guide.
AFL persists with hands-off approach to summer concussions
At least six players were concussed at training in the opening two months of 2024, forcing one retirement. Contact remains in vogue during pre-season – but the AFL is keeping close watch.
Who can fill Demons’ year-long positional void?
When Andrew Brayshaw retired weeks out from Round 1 last year, the Demons scrambled to fill his role. Twelve months on, they’re still scrambling. Here are all 18 clubs’ major positional battles.
Draftee lights up match sim as SSP prospects push their case
Not only did Joe Berry line up on the A team in Port Adelaide’s match sim session on Friday, he starred. Get all the intel as the race for round 1 – and the final list spot – heats up.
Coniglio on track for return as young Giants steal the show
Stephen Coniglio faced one of the “most difficult periods” of his career after injuring his shoulder last year, but is on track for round 1. Plus, see the latest from the GWS match simulation.
Boyd backs Dogs to help – but is it best for Jamarra?
One of the few people who may understand the pressures around Jamarra Ugle-Hagan is Bulldogs hero Tom Boyd – and he has some specific advice for the fellow No. 1 pick.
Why I’m not buying the Horne-Francis SuperCoach hype
Jason Horne-Francis is one of the most popular picks in SuperCoach. But do the numbers stack up? Expert Al Paton reveals why he’s left out the DPP star. SEE HIS TEAM.
Phantom’s SuperCoach team: Why I’m making big mid-price call
The Phantom is back for another year of SuperCoach – and another year of picking a big breakout contender. And it’s a call that will shape the midfield. See our guru’s full team here.
Locked in? SSP Saint, breakout contender dominate match sim
Rowan Marshall sat out St Kilda’s match-simulation session on Friday, leaving Harry Boyd to make his mark – and his brilliant work with a young midfielder could be a sign of things to come.
Neale Daniher named Australian of the Year
Inspirational MND hero and footballing champion Neale Daniher has been named the 2025 Australian of the Year.
Port out to counter Pies advantage with pre-season first
Clubs that played in the inaugural Opening Round last year had a 3-1 record the next week against sides that were coming off a bye – so Port Adelaide has made a big summer call.
It’s on! Warner bros go at it after Chad lays out Corey
There was no love lost in Sydney on Friday with coach Dean Cox forced to step in when tensions boiled over during match-sim. And it wasn’t the only eye-catching moment of the heated session.
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