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Jay Clark is a leading AFL reporter for News Corp and CODE Sports, based in Melbourne. For almost 20 years, he has helped set the football agenda with his breaking news, deep-dive feature writing and issues-based reporting. He is a trusted voice on the biggest stories in the AFL.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 18: Will Day of the Hawks receives medical attention during the round 23 AFL match between Hawthorn Hawks and Richmond Tigers at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on August 18, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Josh Chadwick/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

‘Absolutely no hope’: Great’s brutal call on Hawks star’s finals hopes

Hawthorn and St Kilda great Peter Everitt knows all about collarbone injuries causing finals heartbreak, and Everitt has some news that could be hard to take for Hawks fans.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 13: Christian Petracca of the Demons in action during the 2022 AFL Round 13 match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Melbourne Demons at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on June 13, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Leading choice emerges if Petracca leaves Dees

Christian Petracca has spoken with his teammates about his future, and while JAY CLARK reports the superstar is unlikely to part ways with the Dees – there might be a preferred destination.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 17: Izak Rankine of the Crows is knocked out by a late hit from Dan Houston of the Power during the round 23 AFL match between Port Adelaide Power and Adelaide Crows at Adelaide Oval, on August 17, 2024, in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images)

Houston sent straight to tribunal over Rankine hit

Dan Houston is staring down the prospect of a missed final series after he was sent directly to the tribunal after a massive hit on Izak Rankine in Saturday night’s Showdown.

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Petracca the Pie? Clarry the Cat? Rivals ready to raid Dees

Some of Melbourne’s biggest stars are in the sights of rival clubs as they look to take advantage of the instability which has beset the Demons — including Clayton Oliver.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 12: Andrew McGrath of the Bombers and Adrian Dodoro celebrate during the 2024 AFL Round 05 match between the Western Bulldogs and the Essendon Bombers at Marvel Stadium on April 12, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Succession complete: Dodoro, Bombers to officially part ways

After 36 years at Essendon, veteran list boss Adrian Dodoro is set to walk away completely and formally step down from his role in the club’s recruiting department.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 03: Dan Houston of the Power celebrates a goal during the round 21 AFL match between Port Adelaide Power and Sydney Swans at Adelaide Oval, on August 03, 2024, in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images)

Dee-nied: Port star turns back on move to Melbourne

The hits continue to come for Melbourne, with their trade plans thrown into disarray following a call by a Port Adelaide All-Australian.

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MELBOURNE . 14/12/2022. AFL. Carlton training at Princes Park. Carlton assistant coach Ashley Hansen . Picture by Michael Klein

Shock twist creates frontrunner for Eagles’ coaching job

The search for the next senior coach of the Eagles has taken a twist, leaving a clear frontrunner to take the job at one of the AFL’s most powerful clubs.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 10: Jye Caldwell of the Bombers celebrates a goal during the 2024 AFL Round 22 match between the Essendon Bombers and the Gold Coast SUNS at Marvel Stadium on August 10, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Moneyball: Star Don signs mega deal, rivals eye fringe Pies

Breakout Bomber Jye Caldwell has signed a long-term contract extension. Plus, rival clubs are circling several fringe Collingwood players. FULL DETAILS in Moneyball.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 24: Christian Petracca of the Demons reacts during the 2024 AFL Round 07 match between the Richmond Tigers and the Melbourne Demons at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on April 24, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Dees great calls for ‘full scale review’ amid ‘infighting’ claim

Stars linked with moves. Claims of infighting and festering culture problems. One Demons great says he’s had enough and wants the club to launch a “top to bottom” review.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 10: Jason Horne-Francis 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)

The Tackle: Danger-like Hornet flips the script on the doubters

Jason Horne-Francis was mocked in his departure from North Melbourne. He was dubbed petulant and immature, now we’re seeing what a truly competitive beast he is, writes JAY CLARK.

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