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Tom Atkins is a vital cog in the Geelong machine.

The unheralded Cat helping one of the AFL’s best midfield duos shine: Key takeouts from round five

Also in this week’s edition of key takeouts, what to make of the Blues after their first win of the season, and the fixture the AFL should run back next season.

  • Jon Pierik

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Xavier Duursma and Ben McKay lean on each other

‘You do hear it’: Ben McKay responds to the critics and Bronx cheers from Bombers fans

The 202-centimetre man mountain was crucial in the win over Melbourne. He praised Essendon’s support in helping him deal with criticism, and spoke of his love for twin brother Harry.

  • Peter Ryan
Tom De Koning.

Why Tom De Koning won’t put a timeline on what could be a life-changing call

The Carlton star knows the speculation will continue to grow until he makes a decision, but he is doing everything possible to block it out. He spoke with his masthead.

  • Steve Barrett
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Victory at a cost: McKay suffers fourth head knock in five years, Kemp has suspected Achilles injury

Michael Voss’ Blues are finally on the board in season 2025, but they walked off Adelaide Oval with some serious injury concerns.

  • Steve Barrett
Blue-chip star: North Melbourne can expect rival offers for Luke Davies-Uniacke.

A Roo coup: LDU explains his new long-term deal with North; Voss says McKay is ‘in a good space’ ahead of his return

Luke Davies-Uniacke has spoken of his reasoning behind re-committing to the Kangaroos. Meanwhile, Michael Voss says Blues spearhead Harry McKay “can’t wait” to play on Saturday.

  • Sam McClure, Peter Ryan and Jon Pierik
Daniel Andrews - still involved in housing policy?

Allan’s private meeting with Andrews ahead of crunch policy move

The pair got the old band back together for a meeting at the start of October to discuss “more housing for Victorians”.

  • Liam Mannix, Kishor Napier-Raman and Kieran Rooney
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Former Carlton president Luke Sayers attends the Melbourne Formula One 2025 Grand Prix at Albert Park.

Ex-Carlton boss Luke Sayers splits with wife

The former PwC chief has separated from his wife months after becoming embroiled in scandal when a lewd image was posted to his social media account.

  • Liam Mannix
Sam Walsh gets a handball away.

Message for Curnow and co: The Blues must commit to these non-negotiables to save their season

This is Jimmy Bartel’s simple plan, line by line and player by player, for the Blues.

  • Jimmy Bartel
Harry McKay made his return through a VFL scratch on the weekend.

‘Really scary’: McKay opens up on mental health struggles

Big Blue Harry McKay has revealed to his twin brother why he had to step away from football.

  • Danny Russell
Carlton’s banner reads “Stronger together” but at this stage it’s not clear whether Tom De Koning will stay with the club in 2026.

St Kilda’s appeal is growing, but Blues shouldn’t fret about losing De Koning

The Carlton ruckman is playing great football and is about to become a free agent. But the Blues need to keep his value in perspective.

  • Peter Ryan

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