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Brownlow Predictor: Why Daicos could break votes record
There’s no denying Nick Daicos had a stellar season in 2024, but could it be a record-breaking year? See every vote from every game in our 2024 Brownlow Predictor.
Download your ultimate Brownlow form guide
It’s set to be a thrilling Brownlow Medal count next Monday night. Get expert analysis on every game of all the contenders in our traditional form guide for 2024.
Swans star, Rankine learn tribunal fates
Superstar duo Isaac Heeney and Izak Rankine have learned their fates after both took their cases to the AFL Tribunal.
How Heeney’s suspension shapes the Brownlow count
The pointy end of the Brownlow count looks set to have an asterisk next to Isaac Heeney’s name, but who does that throw into contention? See the FULL TOP 20 PREDICTED LEADERBOARD.
AFL backs umpires’ Brownlow calls despite 2023 controversy
After some controversial voting in last year’s Brownlow count saw a surprise winner in Lachie Neale take home the Medal, the AFL will persist with the same formula for how umpires see the game.
Why Brownlow betting ban was rejected
Gambling companies have rejected calls for a ban on Brownlow Medal betting as a police investigation into a former AFL umpire accused of sharing insider information drags on.
Call for umpires to see stats before giving Brownlow votes
Under strict integrity rules umpires were ‘going in blind’ when deciding their Brownlow votes this year without their phones. Does the rule need to change? HAVE YOUR SAY
50 per cent game time, three votes: Strangest Brownlow calls
Getting subbed off and earning three votes? Sure. One vote for five kicks? Why not. Check out the most eyebrow-raising games from a strange Brownlow night.
After two Brownlows, it’s time to ask – is Lachie Neale SA’s best?
Originally touted as an undersized prospect out of Kybybolite and Glenelg, Brisbane Lions star and dual Brownlow Medallist Lachie Neale is now among SA’s greatest players. So who’s the best?
AFL star’s drunken antics at Brownlow
The AFL’s night of nights is a chance for players to let their hair down, and one star made sure to let loose at the Brownlow Medal.
‘Beauty of the Brownlow’: Neale defends vote anomalies
Lachie Neale has laughed off suggestions that he received votes where they weren’t deserved, suggesting there were also Lions matches where he didn’t get the votes he could have.
Neale slaps down Brownlow Medal critics
The votes may not have come in the games he expected them but Brownlow winner Lachie Neale has shut down critics of the voting.
Cousins’ special guest in Brownlow return
Ben Cousins returned to the AFL’s night of nights with a special guest as several legends of the game turned heads on the red carpet.
Brownlow Medal: Every vote, your club’s leaderboard
It was a thrilling count, full of controversy – and there were surprises everywhere. See every Brownlow Medal vote from every game at your club and full leaderboard.
The fresh faces stepping out on the Brownlow red carpet
Collingwood captain Darcy Moore is among the AFL’s big stars getting prepped for footy’s night of nights at Crown. See who will be making her debut alongside him.
The case for … why all five Brownlow contenders can win
It is shaping up as one of the tightest Brownlow Medal counts in history. Who will take home footy’s top individual prize? We rate every contender.
Cousins in stunning Brownlow Medal return
Recovering AFL star Ben Cousins has privately been preparing to make a comeback 18 years in the making at the Brownlow Medal.
Your club’s best chance at topping Brownlow count
The action on Brownlow Medal night isn’t just at the top of the leaderboard. Who will win the counts at all 18 clubs? We think we have the answers.
20 years on: Three-way Brownlow tie that ‘changed lives’
The 2023 Brownlow Medal is set to go down to the wire. Could we be seeing similar scenes to 20 years ago where three men tied for the award? Go inside that frantic night here.
Brownlow Predictor: Top 30, club leaders, every vote
The SuperFooty Brownlow Predictor is live for 2023. Who will take out this year’s award? See the full leaderboard, every vote from every game and your club’s full count.
Favourite son Butters returns to help flag win ahead of Brownlow
Five days after Port Adelaide’s straight-sets exit, Zak Butters was back training with his local team. Now he’ll go from flag celebrations to one of the Brownlow Medal favourites.
Brownlow betting scandal ‘active’ as umpire’s lawyer breaks silence
The lawyer for AFL umpire Michael Pell has spoken on the ongoing investigation into the alleged leaking of Brownlow Medal votes.
Daicos injury opens door for Bontempelli Brownlow charge
Marcus Bontempelli might already be the best Bulldog ever, and he could add a Brownlow Medal to his resume with Nick Daicos out. But he’s not over the line yet.
Brownlow tracker: Daicos’ biggest medal threats
Nick Daicos seems ever closer to being a potential Brownlow lock. But the favourite doesn’t always take Charlie home. So who are the stars hunting him? Check out the Brownlow tracker.
Fyfe reveals Lyon sledge that started Brownlow run
Nat Fyfe has become the 15th player to win multiple Brownlow Medals after running away with a huge lead late in the count. However, without some choice words from his former coach, it could have been very different.
Little star steals Brownlow spotlight
She may be little but the Brownlow Medal has uncovered a new star with Isla Roschow getting huge praise for her red carpet brilliance.
SuperFooty experts reveal their best Brownlow bets
It is one of the biggest betting nights on the AFL calendar. Where is the smart money going this Brownlow night? See who the SuperFooty experts are tipping and who they are backing.
Brownlow bets that have the bookies nervous
The players won’t be the only nervous ones at this year’s Brownlow Medal. It will also be a monster night for the bookies. Check out their biggest bets and worst results ahead of the count.
The chaos behind Fyfe’s 2015 Brownlow
From sitting in a Perth pub to strutting the Brownlow red carpet 48 hours later. Michael Barlow recounts the hilarious series of events in 2015 that saw him on the arm of the eventual winner, Nat Fyfe.
Ultimate club-by-club Brownlow guide
Bragging rights are up for grabs at all 18 clubs come Brownlow night. In anticipation, check out who the SuperFooty team and Champion Data are picking to top your club’s votes this year.
Malthouse: Why Brodie can defy Brownlow history
There’s one key attribute all Brownlow medallists possess. And ahead of footy’s night of nights, Mick Malthouse believes that’s what separates Brodie Grundy from others.
When things go off the rails at the Brownlow
It might be the AFL’s night of nights, but things don’t always go smoothly at the Brownlow Medal. From sleeping coaches to hilarious speeches and voting head scratchers, recap some of our favourite quirky moments.
Who will be this year’s Brownlow breakout?
Last year Demon Angus Brayshaw stormed home to finish on the podium. Which emerging players could do the same on Monday night?
SuperFooty Brownlow Predictor: Toughest games revealed
What happens when there are six genuine chances to poll Brownlow votes in the same game? Can you pick which way the umpires will be leaning? Check out 2019’s toughest games and biggest locks.
Why Bruce McAvaney is handing over Brownlow hosting duties
In a bittersweet ending to a 20 year tradition, Bruce McAvaney will be handing over the hosting duties of the Brownlow Medal to a new face.
Brownlow leader you weren’t expecting
The battle for the 2019 Brownlow Medal is heating up and the mid-season leaderboard presents something of a surprise contender at the top. Check out the predicted top 10.
Could Boak upstage Brownlow big guns?
Most are talking about Patrick Cripps, Patrick Dangerfield, Lachie Neale and Nat Fyfe. But if his form continues Port veteran Travis Boak could become one of the oldest Brownlow Medal winners. SEE CHAMPION DATA’S LEADERBOARD
Phillips reveals secret to Crows’ AFLW success
Ahead of Sunday’s grand final against Carlton, Crows co-captain Erin Phillips reveals the real key to Adelaide’s success so far this AFLW season.
Cripps new Brownlow favourite
Carlton co-captain Patrick Cripps has been crunched into Brownlow Medal favouritism after collecting 32 disposals in the club’s Round 1 loss to Richmond.
Brownlow coverage a big turn-off
AS an unabashed Brownlow fanatic, and someone who hasn’t missed a telecast since 1970, the 2018 version was a struggle for those who attended and watched on TV, writes JON ANDERSON.
How a Roo saved ‘lucky’ Brownlow medallist
NEW Brownlow medallist Tom Mitchell admits he might have been a tad lucky to avoid suspension during the season and says he has a towering Roo to thank for looking after him.
Golden moment cracks up Brownlow
BROWNLOW winner Tom Mitchell reigned supreme on the AFL’s night of nights, but his coach may have stolen some thunder here.
Forget hipsters and bad boys, this was for the grinders
TOM Mitchell will never have the hipster swagger of Nathan Fyfe or the bad boy mystique of Dustin Martin. But he won Monday’s Brownlow Medal in the same way he plays his footy — by out grinding his opponents.
How did Brayshaw miss a Brownlow invite?
IT will go down as one of the biggest mysteries of Brownlow night. How in the world did Angus Brayshaw miss out on an invite? The star Demon stormed home to finish third in what was nearly an awkward ending.
Footy star kiss cam: Cooney’s Brownlow drinking games
NEED some extra entertainment to get you through tonight’s count? Adam Cooney has you covered from what to do every time Tom Mitchell polls a vote to a special Game of Thrones penalty.
How Fev ruined the Brownlow for everyone: Swan
BROWNLOW night has changed over the years – Dane Swan should know. There’s booze restrictions thanks to one man, rules of engagement around Big Bruce McAvaney and plenty of do’s and don’ts to ensure you don’t upset your missus or your mum.
Ultimate Brownlow Medal betting guide
THE Brownlow Medal isn’t just about the players. It is also one of the biggest betting events of the year. With the first votes just hours away, find out where the smart money is going.
‘Shorter than Winx’: Who are the Brownlow locks?
TOM Mitchell had a whopping 11 games with more than 40 disposals in 2018. But how many of those will he poll three votes in? From Max Gawn to Jordan de Goey, check out our guide to the biggest Brownlow certainties of the year.
Why Max winning would help save Brownlow
A DECADE after Matthew Richardson set Crown Palladium alight with football’s most unlikely charge, the Brownlow Medal needs a shock upset to recapture its relevance. VOTE
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