Breakthrough in AFL contract freeze … now for fixture
There is hope coming for clubs and players looking to sign new contracts. The deals won’t be simple but they do have a big impact on the fixture. Jon Ralph explains.
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The Tackle: Big, bad, bustling … Charlie?
He’s been a key figure in Port Adelaide’s surge to the top of the AFL ladder and Mark Robinson says Charlie Dixon is playing with the passion and power of another former premiership spearhead. Plus, all Robbo’s Round 7 likes and dislikes.
Super Ladder: Dons flattered by ‘easy kills’
Essendon has squandered its top-eight spot after a heavy Round 7 loss to Western Bulldogs, with West Coast and Melbourne the big movers. Jay Clark reviews every club’s position on the ladder.
Suns changing list strategy
The Suns list strategy has changed from seeking something they don’t have, to holding all the cards and knowing what to do with them. Coach Stuart Dew details the change in mindset around their list strategy. Plus, why he never pushed the panic button and overhauled their plan amid losing streak.
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Dockers confirm Hird won’t take job
JAMES Hird won’t take a job at Fremantle, with the Dockers confirming the news today. Meanwhile, Jay Clark says Cyril Rioli influences games in a different way that isn’t always reflected on the stats sheet.
Barometer: Dogs injury woes deepen
BULLDOGS recruit Jackson Trengove has suffered a cracked shoulder blade, putting more pressure on the club’s defence. While there’s more injury news out of Hawthorn and Collingwood. WHO’S HURT AT YOUR CLUB?
Podcast: Pies must win for Bucks
JUST two games into the 2018 season Collingwood coach Nathan Buckley faces one of the biggest games of is career against Carlton. THE SUPERFOOTY PODCAST
Power rankings: Hinkley’s long game unfolding
DOUGAL Howard, Todd Marshall and Riley Bonner were the three most contentious selections in Port Adelaide’s team for last year’s elimination final. But Ken Hinkley’s faith in his youngsters is already paying dividends.
Bowes to miss first leg of Perth double
GOLD Coast is likely to lose Jack Bowes to suspension as the Suns prepare for the first step of a Perth double-header that will include staying the week in the west.
Caddy accepts, Sun offered ban
RICHMOND star Josh Caddy will miss Sunday’s blockbuster against Hawthorn after accepting a one-match ban while Sun Jack Bowes has been offered the same penalty with a host of fines handed out.
Lynch: It’s not the best game I’ve played
AFTER a goalless start to the season, Tom Lynch put Carlton to sword with a personal best eight-goal but the star forward played down his sparkling performance.
Where would Tigers be without Dusty?
THE Tigers wouldn’t want Dustin Martin to fall over because no team is more reliant on a single player, and why Demons fans should be salivating. Where does your club sit at Round 2?
Injury curse brings Pies undone
NATHAN Buckley was proud of his players but frustrated luck was against his battle-scarred team, but the Collingwood coach predicted there was a “payday” coming. RECAP ALL THE DAY’S ACTION
Why Suns must sell the farm for Lynch
GOLD Coast chief Mark Evans said pre-game the Suns wouldn’t pay overs to keep Tom Lynch but after star forward’s career-high eight goals against Carlton, the club may have to reconsider that position.
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