Robbo: The storm not even loyal Hinkley can survive
There’s a bad vibe at Port – and that vibe might soon turn into a virus, writes Mark Robinson. And, at that point, the club’s search must go beyond who’s already there.
Expert Opinion
‘I nearly got sacked’: How Swan salvaged Hall of Fame career
In the early days of his Collingwood career, Dane Swan came close to being given his marching orders. The newly-minted Hall of Fame inductee tells MARK ROBINSON how he turned it around while still being part of the ‘Rat Pack’.
The Tackle: Taunting should be banned after Adams fiasco
Taylor Adams goaded Mitch Hinge into sacking him after celebrating a Joel Amartey goal. MARK ROBINSON thinks Adams shouldn’t have been rewarded for ‘being a punk’.
Robbo: The state of AFL umpiring is the worst I’ve seen
In nearly 30 years of covering footy, the umpiring has never been more in disarray, writes MARK ROBINSON. The AFL has a problem – and it cannot be ignored.
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McGuane: Why Pies must sacrifice Howe
Jeremy Howe hasn’t been the same since returning from a broken arm, unable to find a role – but expert analyst Mick McGuane has an answer to one of Collingwood’s dilemmas.
The Tackle: Dusty won’t follow Dimma to the Suns
The Gold Coast Suns will almost certainly announce Damien Hardwick as their new coach. They would love to have Dustin Martin go with him – but that won’t be happening.
Robbo: Nasty Hawks have Mitchell’s DNA
Sam Mitchell played on the edge, and his young team won’t back down. And the Hawks could be the most dangerous 16th placed side ever at this stage of a season, writes Mark Robinson.
McGuane: Danger’s moment, big Scott call, Cats playing for careers
Where has Geelong’s premiership defence slipped up, and can the Cats still make a back-to-back charge? Analyst Mick McGuane pulls apart the Cats’ biggest issues.
Robbo: Lyon’s response for the ‘assassins’ taking aim at the Saints
St Kilda is in sixth position on the ladder and hasn’t been out of eight all season. Yet, there is plenty of outside noise about the club. What’s real and what’s not? Ross Lyon went one-on-one with Mark Robinson.
Ruthless clubs sniff chance to pounce on King
Ben King hasn’t kicked a goal for four weeks. He is so out of sorts, it’s impossible not to believe rival clubs are inquiring about his future. Is it getting too much for him?
How Channel 7 can fix Friday night footy’s glaring issue
Would Channel 7 really give up the money it makes from Better Homes and Gardens to appease footy fans? Incoming AFL CEO Andrew Dillon must give them no choice, writes Jon Ralph.
Robbo: Why Port is right in fighting laughable Rioli ban
Port Adelaide has confirmed it will appeal Willie Rioli’s two-game ban – and rightly so after Dusty last week, writes Mark Robinson. The MRO is being laughed at again.
Essendon needs to make this player the richest in the AFL
Essendon have plenty of cap space and a war chest they can take to the trade table. Mark Robinson identifies what they need and the player they should open the cheque book for.
Why the cost of Hawks pick keeps growing
The Hawks were so intent on getting Josh Weddle last year they traded up to pick 18 to get him. But as the picks they gave up continue to increase in value, did they give away too much?
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