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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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AFL

MELBOURNE. 25/04/2023. AFL. Round 6. Collingwood vs Essendon at the MCG. Nic Martin of the Bombers . Pic: Michael Klein

Player Rankings: The next-gen Dons out to join AFL’s elite

Collingwood boasts five stars in the 85-or-more bracket of our Ultimate Player Ratings. The Bombers, however, have just one – but it might be a different story this time next year.

Sport

PLEASE CREDIT: AFL PHOTOS Group Photo - Zac Williams (with daughter Ayla), Sam Docherty (with daughter Ruby), George Hewett (with son Henry), Jack Martin (with daughter Rosie), Mitch McGovern (with son Hamish and daughter Margot) MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 07: during the 2024 Carlton Blues Official Team Photo Day at Ikon Park on February 07, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos)

Dad’s the word: How fatherhood is bringing Blues together

Zac Williams had the most challenging year of his life in 2023, with deaths in the family and his knee keeping him off the park. However, he tells GLENN McFARLANE how a fraternity of fathers at Carlton helped him keep his chin up.

AFL

Every Swan rated: Eyes turn to ex-Pies in flag chase

Sydney are looking to re-join the premiership race in 2024 and two former Pies might just shape their season. JON RALPH and GLENN MCFARLANE rate every Swan.

AFL

MELBOURNE . 18/03/2023. AFL Round 1. North Melbourne vs West Coast Eagles at Marvel Stadium. Luke Davies-Uniacke of the Kangaroos clears by hand during the 1st qtr. . Pic: Michael Klein

Will this be the best midfield in the game soon?

There are still a lot of question marks hanging over the North Melbourne list. But there’s absolutely no doubt about one thing – the talent. We look at the emerging A-graders at the Roos.

Hawthorn

Every Hawk rated: How Ginni, Wizard push Hawthorn’s ascent

The Hawks have talent to burn as far as small forwards with all the tricks go, but will they all fit in the side? GLENN MCFARLANE and JON RALPH rate every Hawk.

Sport

MELBOURNE . 20/08/2022. AFL. Round 23. Essendon vs Richmond at the MCG. Richmonds Noah Balta spoils from behind Zach Reid of the Bombers during the 1st qtr. . Picture: Michael Klein

Dons’ patience with injury-plagued young gun poised to be rewarded

Essendon has received a boost with top-10 draft pick Zach Reid pushing hard for a round 1 berth, while two other stars have revealed when they expect to return from injuries.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 15: Clayton Oliver of the Demons is dejected after the Demons were defeated by the Blues during the AFL First Semi Final match between Melbourne Demons and Carlton Blues at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on September 15, 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

Player ratings: What Clayton Oliver has to prove in 2024

It’s been a turbulent 12 months for Clayton Oliver, but with the season ahead, can he turn it all around on the field? GLENN MCFARLANE and JON RALPH rate every Demon.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 03: Tom Hawkins of the Cats celebrates kicking a goal during the round 12 AFL match between Western Bulldogs and Geelong Cats at Marvel Stadium, on June 03, 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

Player ratings: Can Cats still rely on Tomahawk to deliver?

Tom Hawkins is donning the hoops yet again in 2024, but can he still deliver, or do the Cats need to look elsewhere for help? JON RALPH and GLENN MCFARLANE rate every Cat.

AFL

Every Sun rated: Can Dimma turn King into Riewoldt 2.0?

Ben King can add more to his game than just kicking goals, and Damien Hardwick is the perfect man to help him do it. GLENN MCFARLANE and JON RALPH rate every Sun here.

Carlton

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - September 23, 2023. AFL . Charlie Curnow of the Blues celebrates a 1st quarter goal during the 2nd preliminary final between the Brisbane Lions and the Carlton at the Gabba in Brisbane, Australia.. Photo by Michael Klein.

Curnow’s huge finals concession after Blues’ show of faith

Dual Coleman medallist Charlie Curnow came under the spotlight last year after going missing in finals. He responds to his critics after being handed a key role by the Blues.

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