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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

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 23: Cam Rayner (left) and Jarrod Berry of the Lions celebrate during the 2023 AFL Second Preliminary Final match between the Brisbane Lions and the Carlton Blues at The Gabba on September 23, 2023 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Player ratings: The ‘good’ Lion that can be a whole lot better

The Lions are stacked with talent, but there’s one young gun they need to hit another level quickly. GLENN MCFARLANE and JON RALPH rate every Lion.

AFL

The 911 calls that saved Mitchell from NYC medical disaster

Sam Mitchell thought he was taking a dream family holiday to New York. He was wrong. Go inside the calamitous New York trip that ended in a race to track down burglars to get home.

Port Adelaide

Where Boak, Wines really sit in new Power mix

One is a 348-game club legend and the other is a Brownlow Medallist – but will 2024 hold for Travis Boak and Ollie Wines? We look at how they fit into Ken Hinkley’s current side.

Essendon

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 12: Kyle Langford (left) and Zach Merrett of the Bombers celebrate during the 2023 AFL Round 22 match between the North Melbourne Kangaroos and the Essendon Bombers at Marvel Stadium on August 12, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

The best and the rest: Bombers who must step up with Merrett

Zach Merrett is a rolled-gold superstar for Essendon, but who else can run with him? JON RALPH and GLENN MCFARLANE run their rule over the Bombers’ list to see who can join him.

AFL

How Blues brothers bonded to take midfield heat off skipper

It is no longer Cripps or bust in Carlton’s midfield. GLENN MCFARLANE spoke to Adam Cerra about his combination with Sam Walsh to take the Blues forward – and closer to a flag.

AFL

BALLARAT, AUSTRALIA - MAY 20: James O'Donnell of the Bulldogs runs with the ball during the round 10 AFL match between Western Bulldogs and Adelaide Crows at Mars Stadium, on May 20, 2023, in Ballarat, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

The Bulldogs bolter who could leapfrog star teammates

Everyone knows Luke Beveridge’s long list of stars – but the rapid rise of an unheralded young Bulldog might be about to catch many off guard. We rate every player on the list.

AFL

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 23: Sam Walsh of the Blues in action during the 2023 AFL Second Preliminary Final match between the Brisbane Lions and the Carlton Blues at The Gabba on September 23, 2023 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Russell Freeman/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

The guns leading the way in Blues’ changing of the guard

Patrick Cripps once carried Carlton on his shoulders, now there’s three Blues ahead of him in our ultimate player ratings. JON RALPH and GLENN MCFARLANE say that’s a good thing.

AFL

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 01: Josh Rachele of the Crows celebrates a goal during the 2023 AFL Round 03 match between the Port Adelaide Power and the Adelaide Crows at Adelaide Oval on April 1, 2023 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by James Elsby/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Player ratings: Why ‘time is now’ for Crows young gun

The Crows have talent to spare, but in 2024 all eyes should be on one of their most exciting players. GLENN MCFARLANE and JON RALPH rate every Adelaide player.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - August 19, 2023. AFL . Rowan Marshall of the Saints celebrates a 4th quarter goal during the round 23 match between St Kilda and Geelong at Marvel Stadium in Melbourne, Australia. Photo by Michael Klein.

Where ‘remarkable’ Saint still has to improve in 2024

Rowan Marshall dominated proceedings in the ruck last season, but there’s still one area he needs to improve quickly. JON RALPH and GLENN MCFARLANE rate every St Kilda player.

AFL

MELBOURNE. 07/05/2023. AFl. Round 8. Collingwood vs Sydney at the MCG. Jordan De Goey of the Magpies is congratulated by Nick Daicos after a 2nd qtr goal . Pic: Michael Klein

Every Pie rated: Daicos or De Goey, who rules the premiers?

The Pies have plenty of firepower to call on, but who really is the main man at the premiers? GLENN MCFARLANE and JON RALPH rate every Collingwood player.

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