Trade grades: Was Tigers double really a success?
Richmond gave up a lot to bring in two GWS midfielders on long-term deals at the end of last year. Was it worth it? Jon Ralph rates every player move.
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How Channel 7 can fix Friday night footy’s glaring issue
Would Channel 7 really give up the money it makes from Better Homes and Gardens to appease footy fans? Incoming AFL CEO Andrew Dillon must give them no choice, writes Jon Ralph.
Why the cost of Hawks pick keeps growing
The Hawks were so intent on getting Josh Weddle last year they traded up to pick 18 to get him. But as the picks they gave up continue to increase in value, did they give away too much?
Trade buzz: Could rivals prise rising star out of Dons?
As Kyle Langford’s emergence as a long-term forward continues to gather steam, the future of another Bombers goalkicker is under the microscope. Which rivals could swoop?
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Sacked: How ’horrible’ Mooney became Premiership Cat
Cameron Mooney regrets the early years of his career believing he didn’t work hard enough to make the most of his talent. He opens up in the Sacked Podcast.
‘S*** themselves’: Why Croad left midway through VFL game
Trent Croad ended up in the reserves after an article was written about him, a decision he describes as ‘absolute crap’. And he didn’t even stay for the full game.
Geelong’s under 25s ranked: Who is No.1?
There is always plenty of talk about Geelong’s older list but the Cats have enough young talent to make any rival jealous. Who is the best of them?
What does the future hold for Tiger veterans?
Richmond transitioned out Bachar Houli last year and will have 10 players over 30 by October. What list calls will the club make? Wreck it Ralph takes deep look at the Tigers.
Giants perfect stage for Clarko comeback
Multiple clubs have sounded out master coach Alastair Clarkson but the ideal job has just opened up. See why the Giants tick all the boxes for Clarko.
Trade news: Will rival offers come for Paddy Dow?
A former No.3 draft pick who can’t crack his team’s best 22 is always going to attract attention from rival clubs, but there’s a problem for Carlton free agent Paddy Dow.
Sacked: The stress of footy brought legend to tears
Denis Pagan’s famously tough coaching style wore Corey McKernan down over his years at North Melbourne leading him to head to Carlton. And then Denis followed him to the Navy Blues a year later.
Trade latest: Rivals close in on Port midfielder
Port Adelaide’s Karl Amon is attracting significant rival interest – and that was before he was dropped by Ken Hinkley. More clubs are now set to inquire about the free agent.
Bines’ heartbreaking story sparks call for better player care
Patrick Bines hoped telling his harrowing story would shed light on footy’s failed insurance and compensation schemes. It has worked, with the AFL called on to do better.
The game has been saved – now don’t mess it up
There are no complaints about boring footy this year as the game opens up for a new era of power forwards. But it could all disappear quickly, writes Jon Ralph.
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