Time running out for comeback Dee despite premium rating
Despite a former Melbourne skipper being adamant key forward Tom McDonald is in the side’s best 22, the sands of time are working against his dream finals return.
David King
Season preview: Is Bont still Dogs’ No.1 mid?
Marcus Bontempelli has long been the Bulldogs’ gold standard in the midfield. But does 2021 represent a changing of the guard? DOGS DEEP DIVE
King: Crows taking plastic knife to a gunfight
It’s unfair to judge Matthew Nicks as a coach and hold him responsible for Adelaide’s plight, writes David King, who has assessed the Crows’ midfield and is horrified by what he sees.
Crystal Ball: Top eight set for shake-up
Our experts believe five clubs are good things for the top eight, which leaves three positions up for grabs. Which clubs are going to rise and fall when the AFL season restarts?
King: Simple tactic that wins 68 per cent of games
Expect the footy to be fast and furious when the game resumes under a shorter format this week. David King reveals the key to success in a 17-round season.
Dream team: Weitering the Tiger tamer
Carlton player Jacob Weitering put himself in the All-Australian conversation for the first time. Plus, there was a surprise selection at full-forward in David King’s All-Australian team for Round 1.
King: How Cats can stop Nic Nat
West Coast is a two-goal better team at centre bounces with Nic Naitanui but Geelong has a method to limit the damage of arguable the game’s most destructive ruckmen, writes David King.
King: Can Scott shake ‘Home and Away Chris’ tag?
Geelong has been out of the contest by the first change in some recent finals. David King writes we’ll know early if Chris Scott’s 2019 team is a different beast to previous versions.
King: Tigers must avoid ‘shallow hell’
Richmond can put a big dent in the Eagles’ top-two chances with victory in the season’s most influential home-and-away game. David King asks should the Tigers try something or keep their powder dry for September?
How Dons can become a nine-goal better side
He was one of Essendon’s matchwinners against Gold Coast and the stats suggest Cale Hooker is much more valuable in attack. As David King writes, it’s time for the Bombers to start the star swingman up forward.
Would clubs pay $1 million for a top draft pick?
The national draft is still somewhat of a lottery. But David King has a left-field method that could help clubs not only vault up the table but also keep their stars.
King: The No.1 seeds for Blues, Roos
Carlton and North Melbourne’s senior coaching appointments will have huge ramifications, and not just on the field. David King on the men he thinks best suit both AFL clubs.
Was this what pushed King, Scott feud over the edge?
The long running feud between Brad Scott and David King exploded at Marvel Stadium. But how did it get to this point? Recap the hard hitting column that may have pushed things over the edge.
King: Giants a real threat to Magpies, Cats
The man with the ‘keys to the Ferrari’ has regularly been questioned as to why there’s a lack of a silverware at GWS Giants. As David King writes, coach Leon Cameron and his star-studded team have the opportunity to change that this year.
Can’t defend, can’t win? King dissects dismal Dees
They are 0-3 and last on the ladder. They don’t win the footy back in the air, at ground level or defend their direct opponents. So what can Melbourne do? DAVID KING breaks down the dismal Demons.
More goals or Dogs will be left chasing tail
Winning a premiership ahead of time brings extra scrutiny, but that time has passed. Can the Bulldogs rediscover their hunger? David King looks at Luke Beveridge’s rebuild 2.0.
King: Saints don’t lack A-graders
A common criticism of St Kilda is the lack of “A-grade” talent on the list. DAVID KING writes he doesn’t believe the Saints lack talent — and he expects a bounce-back in 2019.
De Goey on track to be AFL’s best: King
Jordan De Goey kicked 48 goals in 2018 and in his one full game as a midfielder, he was dominant. In his preview of Collingwood’s season, DAVID KING predicts the young Pie will one day be the best player in the league.
David King: Kangas now have icing
A revitalised North Melbourne has the need for speed as it looks to return to finals action. DAVID KING writes coach Brad Scott now has the icing to top his cake.
David King: Are Cats contenders or pretenders?
Are the Cats a victim of their own success and judged too harshly, or is the window still open? In Footy19 DAVID KING writes while there’s question marks on the Cats this year, there’s also cause for optimism.
King: McGovern’s big gamble won flag
JEREMY McGovern risked losing a Grand Final to win it and his final intercept mark for the season was a thing of beauty. DAVID KING reveals his seven big moments from the Grand Final.
How Bucks can tame Jack’s Sparrows: King
THE word “chaos” has crept into the AFL vernacular this season and it’s appropriate to describe the scene inside Richmond’s forward 50. David King explains how Nathan Buckley can sink the Tigers’ September ship.
Clarko can follow Dogs’ lead: King
DOES Hawthorn have to come up with something new to beat the Tigers? Ridiculous, according to DAVID KING, who thinks one team may already laid out a blueprint for Alastair Clarkson’s team.
King: stroke of genius might be Clarko’s best yet
IT’S TIME to recognise the genius of the 2018 version of Alastair Clarkson. This may be the best season of his extremely successful coaching tenure, writes David King.
Let’s temper savaging of Gaff: King
AFL great David King was once Andrew Gaff’s coach. And while he isn’t defending his former player’s punch, he’s hit back at the backlash he’s received for one act of support following his post-match interview.
Dogs show off flag credentials
THE Western Bulldogs have an identity and genuine relevance on the AFL premiership landscape for the first time for almost a decade, writes David King.
Tease or talent? Time Cat stands up
GEELONG’S fortunes against the Greater Western Sydney on Saturday will be dictated by star factor, DAVID KING writes.
How Swans can break Hawks’ hold
THE Sydney Swans have improved this season and have been regenerated by youth, but they face their Kryptonite — the Hawks, winners of six of their past eight encounters.
Who’s to blame for Richmond mess?
AN ADDICTION to recruiting hand-me-down talent has turned Richmond into the home of the list-clogger, writes David King. Will anyone take responsibility?
Copycats closing gap on Hawks
HAWTHORN Football Club has done it all. It’s won all the recent titles and remains the toughest fight on the AFL landscape.
New Dockers not the classic Lyon
THERE’S angst whenever Ross Lyon’s coaching record is addressed. Sledging the Fremantle coach has become its own sport, writes David King.
Giants have talent to emulate Baby Bombers
WITH 23 top-20 draft picks the Giants list wants for nothing. Like the Baby Bombers of 1993, belief could win them the 2016 flag, writes David King.
Time to unleash the angry birds
THE mild and meek Hawks of the past four weeks will be replaced by angry birds against Adelaide. And David King fears for the Crows.
Who will be ‘the biggest loser’?
LIKE it or not, the story of the Richmond-North Melbourne elimination final will be the losing coach and the press conference that follows, writes David King.
Campaign crucial to Pav, Ross’s legacy
The dossier on Matthew Pavlich and Ross Lyon’s Fremantle careers will be written over the next four weeks., writes David King.
Is this the move to elevate Pendles?
COULD spending more time up forward be the move that takes Scott Pendlebury’s game to a new level?
Why Rance could walk to Lions
A BIG pay rise and an exciting young list could lure Alex Rance away from Richmond. But they aren’t the main reason he might join Brisbane, writes David King.
It’s time: Less waffle, more results Mick
MICK Malthouse may prove to be his own worst enemy and could possibly cost himself his own job if this post-game nonsense continues, writes David King.
Flag window shutting on Lyon, Dockers
TIME is the enemy for Ross Lyon. With 12 players aged 29 or older, 2015 must be Fremantle’s year. If he falls short again it might be more than bad luck, writes David King.
North primed for premiership tilt
NORTH Melbourne won five games against fellow finalists in 2014. That appears the perfect stepping stone for a premiership tilt, writes David King.
Winning the only solution to Giants’ problems
THE GWS Giants’ problem isn’t style, talent or any other AFL team. It’s their cross-town A-League rivals the Wanderers, writes David King.
Rocket poised to launch the Suns
WHETHER Gold Coast made the correct call on Guy McKenna is a matter of opinion. But under Rodney Eade the game plan will be the polar opposite, writes David King.
Hawk dynasty’s path to three-peat
THE Hawks have the best decision-makers and leadership in the competition, both on and off the field, writes David King.
Scoring must be Cats’ priority in 2015
GEELONG’S ability to win the tough battles is legendary but if the Cats are to keep pace they must learn to score, writes David King.
Swans 0-1 in Buddy big gamble
SYDNEY’S 10-year gamble on Lance Franklin is all about premierships. Right now the Swans’ ledger stands at 0-1, writes David King.
Inside Dogs must spread to succeed
BRENDON McCartney did the hard work but will 2015 be the season we see the Western Bulldogs re-build bear fruit, asks David King.
Is Port destined for the 2015 flag?
IF PORT Adelaide doesn’t finish inside the top four in 2015, something has gone drastically wrong, writes David King.
Baby steps for Dees, but much to be done
PAUL Roos embarked on what was set to be the toughest coaching appointment in decades. His legacy at Melbourne will be decided in 2015.
Tigers united, now let them loose
THIS Brendon Gale-led Richmond Football Club is vastly different to its predecessors. That was evident during 2014, writes David King.
King: Mick’s job on the line in 2015
WHAT has improved at Carlton in the past 12 months? David King says Mick Malthouse’s job is on the line if the Blues struggle in 2015.
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