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Chris Cavanagh is a reporter for News Corp’s network AFL team and CODE Sports. Chris is based in Melbourne.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 16: Zach Merrett of the Bombers reacts on the final siren during the round 23 AFL match between Essendon Bombers and Sydney Swans at Marvel Stadium, on August 16, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

One in 11: Ugly stat shows why Bombers won’t play finals

Essendon has crashed out of finals contention after a loss to Sydney which followed an all-time familiar pattern that Bombers fans have become accustomed to.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 09: Tim English of the Bulldogs celebrates a goal during the 2023 AFL Round 13 match between the Western Bulldogs and the Port Adelaide Power at Marvel Stadium on June 9, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

English reveals: Why I snubbed rivals for Dogs dream

Tim English has revealed why he turned his back on interest from his home state of Western Australia to recommit to Western Bulldogs on a long-term deal.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 27: Alex Neal-Bullen of the Demons celebrates a goal during the round 20 AFL match between Melbourne Demons and Greater Western Sydney Giants at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on July 27, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

Premiership star quits Demons, requests SA trade

Alex Neal-Bullen has asked Melbourne to be traded to South Australia at the end of the season in another blow for the embattled Demons.

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Full Rankings: The top 50 AFL Draft prospects for 2024

The talent pool for this year’s draft runs deep. With more players expected to be taken than in 2023, we’ve compiled a bumper list of the top 50 prospects for 2024.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 10: Zak Butters of the Power celebrates a goal during the round 22 AFL match between Melbourne Demons and Port Adelaide Power at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on August 10, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

What bruise-free win really tells us about Port

Port Adelaide has dealt Melbourne a second heartbreaking loss in three weeks after Jason Horne-Francis and Zak Butters took over in a thrilling final term. But CHRIS CAVANAGH is far from convinced.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - AUG 03: Mac Andrew of the Suns celebrates a goal during the 2024 AFL Round 21 match between the West Coast Eagles and the Gold Coast SUNS at Optus Stadium on August 03, 2024 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Carson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Draft Intel: AFL’s new ‘prototype’, young forward dominates in VFL

The success of an increasing number of Sudanese players at AFL level is not being missed by recruiters in their search for more underage talent. Get all the latest draft whispers and intel.

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Giants Nick Haynes attempts to mark during the Round 14 AFL match between the GWS Giants and Western Bulldogs at Giants Stadium on 18th June, 2022. Photo by Phil Hillyard (Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - **NO ON SALES** - Â©Phil Hillyard )

Moneyball: Which Vic clubs could be in mix for Giant?

Long linked with a move to Victoria, this could finally be the year Nick Haynes moves on from GWS. We reveal two clubs who could be interested in luring the Giants defender south.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUG 03: Jordan De Goey of the Magpies is seen on the bench after being subbed out of the game during the 2024 AFL Round 21 match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Carlton Blues at The Melbourne Cricket Ground on August 03, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

De Goey ruled out for season, Blues sweat on Cerra

Collingwood will have to cope without Jordan De Goey for the rest of the season – while the Blues are sweating on the fitness of Adam Cerra.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 02: Jamarra Ugle-Hagan of the Bulldogs celebrates a goal during the round 21 AFL match between Footscray Football Club and Melbourne Demons at Marvel Stadium, on August 02, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)

Forget the Blues, this is the attack you should be scared of

Thought Carlton had a good forward line? The Western Bulldogs’ group is the one that is set to take September by storm, writes CHRIS CAVANAGH. These are the numbers that should make rivals nervous.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 02: Marcus Bontempelli of the Bulldogs celebrates a goal during the round 21 AFL match between Footscray Football Club and Melbourne Demons at Marvel Stadium, on August 02, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)

Dogs’ midfield monster puts 14-year first in sight

Marcus Bontempelli and Adam Treloar combined to launch the fast-finishing Bulldogs into the top four — and to within reach of a milestone the club hasn’t achieved since Brad Johnson was captain.

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