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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 - JULY 16: George Stevens of Vic Country celebrates a goal during the 2023 U18 Boys Championships match between Vic Country and Vic Metro at Ikon Park on June 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Draft Intel: The ‘fascinating’ prospect polarising clubs

Keep up with the all the latest draft news and views from around the country, including the 189cm onballer who’s caught the eye of recruiters after an impressive return from a knee injury.

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Phantom Draft: Live trade which could flip first round on its head

Live trading has transformed draft night and added another layer of strategy for clubs. See who expert Chris Cavanagh says could make a huge first-round play in his Phantom Draft for 2023.

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Revealed: Every player nominated for the 2023 AFL Draft

Junior guns. Dumped AFL players. State league stars. Surprise local names. More than 400 players have nominated for the AFL Draft so far – see them all here.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 13: Ryley Sanders (left) and Harley Reid of the AFL Academy chat during the match between the AFL Academy Boys and Carlton VFL at Marvel Stadium on May 13, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

North’s critical dilemma on young gun’s place in draft

The Kangaroos have had their eyes locked on this hot prospect for years, but one problem stands in their way despite their big bounty of draft picks in the 2023 class.

Draft news

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 13: Archer Reid of the AFL Academy in action during the match between the AFL Academy Boys and Carlton VFL at Marvel Stadium on May 13, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

The upside making brother of Bomber a huge draft watch

Zach Reid is developing nicely at Essendon – but it’s the rapid rise of his younger brother that has recruiters talking. Get all the latest AFL draft news and whispers.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 09: James Leake of the Tassie Devils celebrates kicking a goal during the Coates Talent League Girls Quarter Final match between Tasmania Devils and Gippsland Power at Highgate Reserve on September 09, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/AFL Photos/via Getty Images )

Draft intel: Potential top-10 bolter linked to Dees, Giants, Cats

A mid-sized utility who showed plenty playing in a range of positions this year has emerged as a potential top-10 draft bolter after being interviewed by all 18 clubs at the draft combine.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 09: Zane Duursma of the Gippsland Power runs with the ball during the Coates Talent League Girls Quarter Final match between Tasmania Devils and Gippsland Power at Highgate Reserve on September 09, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/AFL Photos/via Getty Images )

The draft prospect with ‘as many weapons as a small army’

There’s a reason why this young talent is a potential top five pick, in fact there’s plenty of reasons. See why club’s are talking so highly of Zane Duursma here.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 16: Harley Reid of Vic Country marks the ball during the 2023 U18 Boys Championships match between Vic Country and Vic Metro at Ikon Park on June 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

AFL Draft 2023: Every club’s current picks, latest news, rankings

All eyes are now on the AFL national draft, which is coming up quickly. Here are your club’s current picks, along with all the latest news and analysis from around the country.

Draft news

Draft bids for academy players, father-sons

Draft guide: When bids for father-sons, Academy guns could come

There are set to be plenty of Academy and father-son selections in November’s draft, here’s how they are likely to play out. Plus more on how every club is shaping up for the night here.

Draft news

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 16: Sam Clohesy of Werribee kicks the ball during the VFL Preliminary Final match between Werribee and Brisbane Lions at Avalon Airport Oval on September 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

Draft bolters: The hidden VFL gems on AFL radar

AFL clubs are always searching for a hidden, late gem in the draft – and there are a number of state league players attracting interest who fit the bill.

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