Draft intel: Why Crows could miss out on Ryder-like gun
A Crows academy prospect likened to athletic ruckman Paddy Ryder is slipping out of the club’s grasp.
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Jones meets with big Vic club, eyes AFL return
Liam Jones is determined to return to the AFL next year if the league’s vaccine mandate is dropped. Which clubs are already interested in the defender?
Remarkable Crow flies head first into recruit of year race
The race for the AFL recruit of the year remains wide open with several in the conversation. And after this weekend the Adelaide Crows realise they have a serious contender.
Cornes: Sadness in the eyes of SA footy’s toughest man
An old photo of Neil Kerley depicts a sadness behind the eyes of SA footy’s toughest man. Graham Cornes remembers his mentor, revealing, at 88, ‘Knuckles’ was still cutting his own wood.
Crows bank on young gun in ultimate test
The Crows have turned to a young key forward to help overcome injury problems in their forward half as they await the ultimate challenge against reigning premiers Melbourne.
Ladder Predictor: The four clubs fighting for eighth
The race for eighth has never been hotter. Who will get the all-important final spot in the finals? See our ladder predictor to find out.
AFL erupts over ‘worst decision of the year’
AFL commentators and fans have reacted in utter disbelief as one of the league’s most contentious rules appeared to rear its ugly head.
Taylor-made win takes heat off Crows, but injury toll ugly
The Adelaide Crows have silenced their critics for now at least after a Taylor Walker masterclass took care of the struggling Kangaroos on the road, but it’s come at a heavy cost.
Worst in the comp? Shock stat for Crows recruit
Jordan Dawson was recruited to help the Crows’ kicking. And while he is their main distributor, one key stat surrounding his ball-use is a big surprise.
‘Taller players take time’: Crow’s plan for 10-year career
Fischer McAsey hasn’t quite shown the potential that lured Adelaide into making him a top-10 pick, but his manager has urged patience.
Suns defender out for the season
Gold Coast Suns defender Wil Powell had surgery on Monday to repair his badly injured ankle.
‘Hard to watch’: Nicks laments horrific Crows
Crows coach Matthew Nicks did not pull any punches after a 43-point loss to Gold Coast. And it is the same issues plaguing his side.
Demons’ slide has in-form Suns cautious
The Gold Coast Suns aren’t getting cocky despite their good form, which has many tipping them to finish in the top eight this season.
Why Taylor Walker hasn’t re-signed yet
Taylor Walker has been outstanding for Adelaide since returning from his ban. But where are his contract talks at? Get the latest on the 10 out of contract Crows.
Ladder predictor: Who will claim final spots in the top 8?
Is Carlton a genuine premiership contender or a chance to miss finals altogether? Plus, who will finish in spots 5-8? See our predicted ladder here.
Your say: Which clubs will slide, surge during run home?
We’ve had our say, now it’s your turn. Check out our predicted ladder and let us know where you think every club will finish at the end of the 2022 season.
Ranked: Top 20 Crows, Power stars of Instagram
They might be your favourite Crows or Power players on the field but are they also a favourite when it comes to Instagram followers? You might be surprised by which players sit at the top.
The change which launched Crows high flyer to greater heights
Shane McAdam has always been talented, but the inconsistent forward of previous years has been replaced by vastly improved footballer in season 2022.
Crows back brand despite worse record than 2021
The Crows have a less wins record than it did last year at the mid-season bye. But the club still believes it can compete with the best.
Coach in disbelief after nightmare blunder
West Coast’s season just keeps getting worse, with Adam Simpson’s men suffering an eighth consecutive loss in Adelaide.
The costly area that’s hurting Crows amid losing streak
Adelaide has lost five on the trot and while there have been some bright spots, coach Matthew Nicks has highlighted a key area his team must address.
The ‘unexpected’ story behind Crows father-son link
Max Michalanney is not your usual father-son story — and his dad didn’t even play for the Adelaide Crows. Find out about his eligibility.
‘I want to stay’: Crows star gives contract update
Adelaide forward Taylor Walker is still playing well and wants to continue in 2023 but do the Crows share those sentiments?
$16 outsider should be Rising Star favourite
Nick Daicos and Jai Newcombe have stolen the spotlight but a triple premiership star believes a fresh-faced Cat paying $16 is ahead in the Rising Star race.
Crows recall dumped stars among host of changes
Adelaide has finally rewarded several key Crows who had been forced to find form in the reserves.
Sloane’s Showdown fate confirmed, Laird to return
Adelaide has ruled on Rory Sloane’s hopes of being fit for the Showdown as another star prepares to play his first game of the season. Get the latest Showdown build-up.
Pies star drops major hint on free agency
Darcy Moore is focussed on helping Collingwood make a winning start to the season but work is continuing in the background on where he will play next season.
Nicks: why promising youngster’s axing is not just about him
Despite a developing forward being omitted in one of four changes by the Crows to meet Collingwood, Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says his axing doesn’t just rest with him.
Pies fans laughing after great trade heist
Just over a year after a trade period from hell, Collingwood fans are celebrating one of the great steals of recent years after Pat Lipinski’s inspired debut in black and white. Round 1 review.
Debut rankings: Why Crow deserved Rising Star nod
The Rising Star selectors faced a thankless task this week after so many dazzling debuts. We rank the best and find Josh Rachele might be the unluckiest debutant in history.
Revealed: ‘Atrocious’ Crows’ big tactical blunder
Why was the one player in the Crows side who could provide them with composure sent forward where he could only watch on as his teammates butchered the ball?
‘Insane’: AFL loses it at ‘play of the year’
AFL fans lost their collective minds as an unherald Fremantle defender sealed a thrilling win with an incredible game-saving play.
Sacked: Inside Kurt curse that caused Sanderson spiral
A kick away from a grand final, Brenton Sanderson was brutally sacked just two seasons later. And it was the departure of Kurt Tippett that set off the Crows’ fall from grace.
Nicks: Landmark moment for rebuilding Crows
Crows coach Matthew Knicks believes this will be a moment that the club looks back on and savours down the track.
Where Covid sits with Power, Crows in round 1
Coronavirus protocols will sideline players from several rival clubs for the start the season. This is how protocols will play out at the Crows and Port Adelaide this weekend.
Crow’s crazy flight from rock bottom to new heights
Matt Crouch’s comeback from injury hit a roadblock last year and the probe into the club’s racism saga sent things spiralling out on control. But now the rocky road appears behind him.
Crows poised to feel expansion pain as Power eyes Phillips
Port Adelaide’s AFLW debut is poised to spell the end of Adelaide’s reign as a superpower, with the Power keen to lure Erin Phillips to shake up the SA landscape.
Pre-season problems continue for star Crows recruit
Adelaide is adamant star recruit Jordan Dawson is in the mix to debut for the club in Round 1, but the latest training session suggested he’s in a race against time.
Mixed injury news as Port concede on star’s ankle
There’s good news for Port Adelaide’s Robbie Gray – but it’s a different story for a star forward. Here’s the injury latest from Alberton as the Power prepare for Round 1.
Crows lose star for first month of season
Scans have confirmed Adelaide club champion Rory Laird has a broken hand that will delay his start to 2022, but the Crows are hopeful the injury won’t totally derail his season.
Inside story: Sticking point in SANFL, Crows’ HQ saga
Adelaide and the SANFL could have new homes as talks ramp up. But the SANFL is understood to be frustrated with the Crows. Here is the latest.
Lions desperate for ‘more heated’ challenge
As good as it was to thrash the Adelaide Crows, the Brisbane Lions are itching for a tougher test against the Western Bulldogs.
Top Covid officials summoned to footballer’s vax mandate trial
A Crows footballer fighting vaccine mandates has lobbed subpoenas to the state’s top anti-Covid officials, requiring them to give evidence at trial.
Fogarty rubbishes talk of Tex disharmony
Darcy Fogarty has opened up on his relationship with Taylor Walker and how Adelaide plans to fill the void left by its suspended spearhead.
Remember Round 1: No panic stations for improving Crows
Adelaide was outclassed by a hungry Brisbane outfit but the Crows believe the performance was a summer aberration as they set their sights on the 2022 season opener.
Crows reveal plan for midfield star’s long-awaited return
Adelaide has revealed its plan to ease Matt Crouch back after a long absence, while two young guns continue to firm for Round 1 debuts.
‘Hunger’ increased for returning Lions star
Cam Rayner is ready to play after missing the entire 2021 season, but his Brisbane skipper Dayne Zorko won’t play in the Lions’ upcoming trial matches.
Scouting report: The big positional changes at every club
Which magnets have moved in the off-season? Get the inside word on who is switching positions at every club in our ultimate 2022 scouting report.
Young Crows seize their moment amid Covid chaos
Despite being forced to scrap its internal trial match after being hit hard by Covid and injuries, Adelaide’s remaining youngsters have impressed in a match simulation session.
The Vics have full capacity crowds at the footy, so why can’t we?
Victorian footy grounds will scrap all Covid capacity limits for the start of the AFL season, but SA’s public health chief says it’s too early to make that call here.
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