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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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Tom Liberatore seen in an incident near the end of the game where he collapsed in the centre of the ground Source 7AFL

Libba put into concussion protocols after scary collapse

The Bulldogs have placed Tom Liberatore in concussion protocols despite the star midfielder passing a head injury assessment and showing no symptoms following his fall on Friday night.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 20: Marcus Bontempelli of the Bulldogs looks dejected after a loss during the 2023 AFL Round 23 match between the Western Bulldogs and the West Coast Eagles at Marvel Stadium on August 20, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Dons turn blowtorch on ‘Bont or bust’ Bulldogs

All the pressure was on the Bombers during the week, but a big Friday night win over the Bulldogs has turned the heat onto Luke Beveridge’s men.

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Ben Cousins at Old Xavs training. Picture: Old Xaverians

Cousins makes surprise footy return at Old Xavs

‘He still looks in great touch, that’s for sure’ – West Coast and Richmond champion Ben Cousins sure made an impression on the track while in Melbourne this week.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 30: Nathan Murphy of the Magpies leaves the field with trainers during the 2023 AFL Grand Final match between Collingwood Magpies and Brisbane Lions at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on September 30, 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

How ‘smart and measured’ Murphy will overcome concussion woes

Two AFL players have been forced into retirement recently due to concussion, but Magpie Nathan Murphy is still making the adjustments to continue his career. Murphy chats to JAY CLARK.

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GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 01: Jordan Ridley of the Bombers is seen after injuring his quad during the 2024 AFL AAMI Community Series match between the Geelong Cats and Essendon Bombers at GMHBA Stadium on March 01, 2024 in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

‘Conservative’: Frustration builds as Bombers back in fitness crew

Essendon coach Brad Scott says the Bombers are looking into their physical preparation after a spate of injuries to key players.

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MELBOURNE , AUSTRALIA. November 20, 2023. AFL Draft at Marvel Stadium . Number 4 pick Zane Duursma (left) and Number 2 pick Colby McKercher (right) with Harry Sheezel and George Wardlaw . Pic: Michael Klein

Will North’s struggles land them another draft free kick in 2024?

The Roos have loaded up on top-end talent in the draft for two years thanks to the AFL, but with their on-field struggles continuing, will they be able to rely on the league again?

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 06: Lachie Fogarty of the Blues and Ethan Hughes of the Dockers compete for the ball during the 2024 AFL Round 04 match between the Fremantle Dockers and the Carlton Blues at Adelaide Oval on April 06, 2024 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Fogarty handed ban for high hit as Blues set for big midfield boost

Carlton’s Lachie Fogarty is set for a week on the sidelines, but the Blues have a more than handy replacement waiting in the wings, with superstar Sam Walsh in the frame to return.

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MELBOURNE , AUSTRALIA. February 23 , 2024. AFL. Western Bulldogs vs Hawthorn at Whitten Oval. Injured Bulldog Bailey Smith watches on . Pic: Michael Klein

Trade latest: Rival clubs circle star Dogs

After starting as the sub on Saturday, Jack Macrae’s future at the Bulldogs is clearly up in the air – but he’s not the only star rival clubs are making a move on.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 11 2024Collingwood President Jeff Browne and Graham Wright a at Collingwood training session as Collingwood returns to training for 2024.Picture: Brendan Beckett

Pies face fight for Wright as the AFL joins race

Graham Wright will return from an extended break later this season – but will he remain at Collingwood? Rival clubs aren’t the only ones lining up.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 01: Ken Hinkley, Senior Coach of the Power walks off with General Manager of Football Chris Davies after the loss 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 Sarah Reed/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Port ramps up bid for historic SANFL exit as clubs pressure AFL

Port Adelaide is adamant it wants to exit the SANFL as soon as possible, with clubs to lobby the AFL to create a national reserves competition sooner rather than later.

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