Draft play that opens door to turbocharged Richmond rebuild
Given their massive haul, the Tigers have control of the 2024 draft, and it could ensure that they also have their pick of the litter when the 2025 crop of draftees comes along.
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Cats eye bold draft move to snatch top talent from rivals
Four years after trading up to draft best-and-fairest winner Max Holmes, Geelong is eyeing another big move with its eye on one of the most highly-rated athletes in the current draft pool.
Crows make bold draft play for Victorian star
Adelaide has long been linked with South Australian Sid Draper with its first pick in next week’s draft – but the Crows might be about to move up the order and overlook the homegrown talent.
Draft Intel: The ‘pretty special’ father-son flying under radar
The AFL Draft is less than a week away, and an important piece of the top five puzzle looks to be solved. Plus, the latest on St Kilda’s father-sons and all the latest intel.
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Inside AFL’s draft combine: See the standouts, surprise packet
Draft hopefuls for both the AFL and AFLW were put to the test at this year’s combine, with one Victorian key forward producing a stunning 20m sprint. See the results and more here.
Pick 1 contenders: The unique draftee dreaming of Tigers
He grew up a Tiger fan and idolised Dustin Martin. So it’s little wonder Harvey Langford loves the idea of being a Richmond player. Could he be pick No.1? See profiles of the contenders here.
SA’s top prospect rubbishes Crows draft rumour
South Australia’s leading draft prospect Sid Draper has denied reports he is reluctant to be traded to Adelaide and revealed a message of support he received from a star Crow.
Selwood, Cats flag star behind rise of Falcons MCG medal winner
Josh Lindsay’s lethal left boot was on show on grand final day, and he received a medal honour. The Falcons product reflects on that and two former players who have helped shape him.
The handful of Zebras in frame for St Kilda rookie spot
St Kilda will follow through on its plan for a Sandringham Zebra to become a Sainter this year as part of an initiative to improve their alignment – though it’s slim pickings for a rookie-list option.
VFL premiership star tops list of pre-draft medical invitees
Werribee VFL premiership player Riley Bice is one of 10 players invited to the MCG this Saturday for a medical ahead of the AFL draft. See the full list.
How rival clubs might have handed Brisbane keys to dynasty
As clubs attempted to protect their own turf with academy and father-son selections, Brisbane have been handed a discounted No. 1 pick. JON RALPH says this this could be the start of a dynasty.
Father-son guns, draft ‘unicorn’: Who shone on GF stage
The cream of the 2025 draft class was in action on the MCG in the annual grand final curtain-raiser. And some familiar names caught recruiters’ eyes. See full scouting notes.
Watch replays: Hannaford, Hicks power Rebels to Coates League boilover
Forget reputations, forget famous names. The GWV Rebels have shown what is possible after powering their way past the highly-fancied Falcons in the Coates League. Watch the REPLAY.
Draft intel: Academy gun’s insane numbers on big stage
Father-son prospect Levi Ashcroft wasn’t the only draft hope to shine in the Coates Talent League grand final. See every player’s SuperCoach score here.
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