‘No way’ star can be captain after this
Nat Fyfe is among the best players ever to pull on the Fremantle jumper, but one AFL legend believes there’s no option but to strip him of the captaincy.
Essendon
Watch: ‘Elite’ Irishman signs with Cats
Geelong has signed one of the most highly-rated talents ever to come out of Ireland, who has already been touted as a “very impressive” prospect by one of his new teammates.
Legend’s sons double punt on NFL career
Essendon would have had great hopes to sign the sons of club legend Dustin Fletcher, but now both have gone on a very different sporting path.
What happens if a player refuses to be vaccinated?
The AFL has outlined what steps it will take if a player refuses to be vaccinated, with its hardline stance winning the support of an influential club boss.
Cats must nail this draft or accept their fate
Geelong must prepare for its most important draft in the modern era. With seven list spots to fill, an ageing list and dreams to never bottom out, they can’t afford to fail.
‘Absolute tragedy’: Hidden truth behind shock call
John Coleman was on track to become the greatest player in Australian Rules history. His career was turned on its head in an instant.
Bedside vigil: How Hird almost missed Dons’ 2000 prelim
James Hird has revealed in a new documentary he was nearly forced to miss Essendon’s 2000 preliminary final as his daughter faced a life-threatening medical issue.
Bucky’s list ratings: Where does your club stand?
Is your club in the premiership window or ready for a long rebuild? Expert recruiter Gary Buckenara puts every club’s list under the blowtorch.
Nomads find new home in cross-code deal
Clubs from the A-League and the AFL have joined forces, with Western United signing a tenancy partnership with Essendon at the Hangar.
Zaharakis joins local footy ranks
After a decorated career at Essendon, David Zaharakis is making the move to local footy in 2022, landing at a Northern Football League powerhouse.
Hewett’s Blues deal includes trigger for fifth-year
More details have emerged about free agent George Hewett’s deal to join Carlton, including how he can pick up an extra year via a games based trigger.
Trade guide: The players every club is likely to lose
The trade period is here. What are your club’s plans for the next two weeks? Check out our ultimate guide to see who is coming and going this off-season.
Tigers champion makes move to rivals
After playing with Essendon’s VFL team as a fill-in during 2021, a retired Richmond premiership star has made a decision about joining the club officially.
Shiel forgotten man in Bomber finals dream
It wasn’t long ago that Dylan Shiel was the recruit to take the Dons forward – amidst the rise to finals he has become a forgotten man, yet is poised to still fulfil that purpose.
Brownlow Predictor: Star clear leader in award race
The 2021 Brownlow Medal is touted as the closest race in recent history, though one star might make a mockery of those predictions.
McGuane: What Crows, Port need at the draft
This draft is vital to the success of Adelaide’s rebuild and the Power need to reload and go again. So who fits the bill? Analyst Mick McGuane runs his eye over both SA clubs.
How Jobe recovered from ‘sadness’ after lost Brownlow
As Essendon captain, Jobe Watson became the face of the supplements saga. He opens up on the pain of losing his Brownlow Medal and how he was finally able to move on.
Ultimate Dons deep dive: Are the Bombers finally the real deal?
The Bombers were the surprise packet of 2021. But are they really on their way to being a contender? Check out our ratings of every player on the list.
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