Steele Sidebottom finished runner-up in last year’s Brownlow Medal, but hasn’t been able to repeat his heroics for Collingwood this year. Mark Robinson ponders whether the star Magpie needs a role change. See all of Robbo’s Round 19 likes and dislikes.
Everyone thought he was retiring after 2017. Then everyone thought his playing career at Brisbane would last just two years. Now, Mark Robinson writes, the question is coming again.
Ross Lyon was emphatic when he said he was committed to Fremantle, but we’ve heard this all before. Mark Robinson ponders whether this time it’s different.
Mick Malthouse has put up his hand to coach again but the ‘disrespectful’ reaction of a former Carlton player gives an indication of the mood surrounding the former Pies and Blues mentor’s hopes of a return.
Mark “Robbo” Robinson is not only chief football writer of the Herald Sun, he is a household name in footy-mad Victoria.
THE TACKLE – FULL VERSION: IF IT was the end, as it appears to be for James Hird for the next 12 months, it ended in remarkable scenes.
JAMES Hird will coach Essendon against Carlton on Saturday night, but beyond that has not been decided.
JAMES Hird will stand down only if Dons chairman Paul Little asks him to. Despite another unforgettable day, the Bombers coach remains resolute.
BARRING a miracle from the footy gods, Essendon, James Hird and the AFL look like they are destined for the Supreme Court.
THE time has come for AFL chairman Mike Fitzpatrick to step in and take charge of the crisis.
EXTENDED EDITION: Essendon supplements saga, Dustin Martin’s contract and Robbo’s likes and dislikes. Live chat from 11.30am
EXTENDED TACKLE: ESSENDON drugs saga, Collingwood’s cooking something while Carlton slumps. Replay Robbo’s live chat.
THE TACKLE: IT was the perfect storm for Essendon.
THE TACKLE: IF the season was a four-quarter match, then Essendon and Richmond have faltered early in the final quarter.
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