Robbo: Lethal’s legendary aura surrounds grand final
Coach of Craig McRae, friend of Chris Fagan, legend at Collingwood and Brisbane. And that’s just the start of Leigh Matthews’ influence on the 2023 decider, writes Mark Robinson.
Expert Opinion
The Tackle: Charlie Dixon should not have played
Port Adelaide took a risk going into the semi-final, and it failed. And its not the only issue the Power has to confront. See Robbo’s likes and dislikes.
The stat Blues rank 18th for and why it’s a big worry
Is Carlton really ready to come from the clouds and make a premiership charge from outside the top four, or will Sydney spoil the party on Friday night? Mick McGuane has the answers.
Robbo: MRO can’t slap Maynard with ‘ridiculous’ charge
As Brayden Maynard faces a nervous wait to learn whether he will be playing in Collingwood’s preliminary final, Mark Robinson says the match review officer only has one option.
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McGuane: When will Dogs’ mid-tier players stand up?
The Bulldogs top level talent is as good as that at any club. It’s the output of the next tier that is an issue at the Whitten Oval.
The Tackle: Stats scream underrated Pie has All-Aus claim
One of the Pies’ biggest weapons this season has continued to fy under the radar. But no more, with his breakout year primed to make him an All-Australian. Check out the round 18 tackle.
McGuane: The new ‘Package’ firing the Bombers to success
The Bombers have two barometers for success, Jake Stringer is one, but not in the way most fans expect. Mick McGuane analyses where these finals contenders win and lose their round 18 games.
The Tackle: Dees unlock Tracc, but at what cost?
The Dees threw Christian Petracca forward against the Saints and took home the four points thanks to their star, but is the move sustainable? Check out Robbo’s likes and dislikes from round 17.
The Tackle: No simple answer to part-time Gawn problem
The Dees’ experiment with Max Gawn and Brodie Grundy appears to not be firing, but is there anything Melbourne can do to fix it? Check out Robbo’s likes and dislikes from round 15.
Where Freo’s six over-30s are at beyond 2023
Nat Fyfe, Matt Taberner, Michael Walters, Nathan Wilson, Travis Colyer and Joel Hamling are the only veterans on Fremantle’s list. Will the Dockers need to make any off-season hard calls?
The Tackle: Right time to shine for maligned Blue
As the Blues bounced back from a shocking run of form, perhaps their return to the winners list was embodied by a maligned Blue fighting for his future.
The Tackle: Why Eagles don’t deserve a priority pick
Despite winning just three of their past 39 games, West Coast can’t expect to be given a priority pick. See all the likes and dislikes from round 13 here.
Bye predictor: Tigers, Blues set for winless month
The Blues and Tigers are two teams in flux and the bye rounds look to inflict more pain on both sides. See Mick McGuane’s take on every team and how he has the ladder sitting after the byes.
The Tackle: No excuses for disappearing Dusty
When the game was there to be won, Dustin Martin and another Tiger matchwinner were nowhere to be seen. See all Robbo’s likes and dislikes.
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