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Glenn McFarlane has been a sports writer for the Herald Sun for more than 30 years (including 11 years as sports editor of the Sunday Herald Sun) and now CODE Sports. An award-winning journalist and co-host of successful podcast series Sacked, he remains one of the most trusted and respected voices across a range of sports, including AFL football and racing. He loves all aspects of the craft, including agenda-setting projects, hard-breaking news and long-form features.

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Glenn McFarlane

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Lions

Every Lion rated: How Brisbane gets better even without Joe

There was a touch of 2001 about Brisbane’s premiership victory, and based on Glenn McFarlane and Jon Ralph’s player ratings, the reigning champs can be even better without Joe Daniher.

AFL

Richmond Tigers 2025 Ultimate Player Ratings

Every Tiger rated: Ugly number no Richmond fan wants to see

A mass exodus followed a wooden spoon season for Richmond last year. How quickly can the draftees turn things around? Jon Ralph and Glenn McFarlane run the rule over the list.

AFL

Tom Barrass at Hawthorn AFL training in Mulgrave. Tuesday, February 4, 2025. Picture: David Crosling

Hok watch: Wait on Barrass, Frost plans, star’s concussion setback

Hawthorn fans will have to wait a little longer to see Tom Barrass run out in the brown and gold. Plus an update on Sam Frost and a star who will sit out the first practice match with concussion.

AFL

AFLPA hits out at ‘name, shame and punish’ drugs system

The AFLPA has opposed a reported change to the AFL’s drugs testing system which it says would “name, shame and punish” players and reduce their anonymity.

AFL

Every Eagle rated: You’d be ‘crazy’ to think this rising star will regress

Andrew McQualter has a sizeable task in his first year at West Coast. Will his players sink or swim? GLENN MCFARLANE and JON RALPH have their say.

AFL

Every Crow rated: Is this list really ready for September?

The finals pressure is on Matthew Nicks and the Crows this year – but are they good enough? GLENN MCFARLANE and JON RALPH run the rule over every player.

Collingwood

Player ratings: Can premiership Pie defy the doubters again?

The Pies need plenty of their premiership heroes to step up, but will one of them be forced to watch on from the sidelines? GLENN MCFARLANE and JON RALPH rate every Magpie.

AFL

Every Hawk rated: The ‘scary’ reason flag threat is real

Hawthorn came from the clouds last season – but is Hok Ball really here to stay? GLENN MCFARLANE and JON RALPH run the rule over the list and rank every Hawk.

AFL

Carlton training at Tony Sheehan Oval at La Trobe Uni. Charlie Curnow. Picture: Jake Nowakowski

Curnow in doubt for pre-season clash after injury scare

Carlton superstar Charlie Curnow sent a scare through the club on Saturday, while Jagga Smith moves closer to a round 1 debut. Glenn McFarlane has the latest in track watch.

AFL

New Blues President Robert Priestley at IKON Park. Pictures: Carlton FC

New Blues president promises ‘no short cuts’ in quest for flag

Rob Priestley is confident the Blues are well-placed in pursuit of that elusive 17th VFL-AFL premiership – Glenn McFarlane spoke to the new Carlton president about his vision.

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