The Tackle: No simple answer to part-time Gawn problem
The Dees’ experiment with Max Gawn and Brodie Grundy appears to not be firing, but is there anything Melbourne can do to fix it? Check out Robbo’s likes and dislikes from round 15.
Expert Opinion
Where Freo’s six over-30s are at beyond 2023
Nat Fyfe, Matt Taberner, Michael Walters, Nathan Wilson, Travis Colyer and Joel Hamling are the only veterans on Fremantle’s list. Will the Dockers need to make any off-season hard calls?
The Tackle: Right time to shine for maligned Blue
As the Blues bounced back from a shocking run of form, perhaps their return to the winners list was embodied by a maligned Blue fighting for his future.
The Tackle: Why Eagles don’t deserve a priority pick
Despite winning just three of their past 39 games, West Coast can’t expect to be given a priority pick. See all the likes and dislikes from round 13 here.
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Robbo: The Kennedy legacy Clarko should follow
One of Alastair Clarkson’s idols is credited with helping build North Melbourne to a dominant force in the 1990s. Now the time has come for Clarko to do the same, writes Mark Robinson.
Robbo: Clarko’s big footy dilemma amid Dons bombshell
Alistair Clarkson’s big decision wasn’t made easier with Essendon added to GWS and North Melbourne as suitors. So Mark Robinson asks, is Clarko Bombers bound?
Rutten could be gone today as Bombers chase Clarko
Essendon announced another review, its president stood down and it declared coach Ben Rutten was safe. That could change very quickly as the spectre of Alastair Clarkson looms.
The Tackle: Big issue emerging in Sam Walsh’s game
Sam Walsh had some big moments against Melbourne, but one ‘astonishing’ stat illustrates a problem the rising Blues star has to fix – and soon, writes Mark Robinson. Likes and dislikes.
Trade buzz: Why first-round Blue’s future is up in the air
Carlton fans bemoan the fact that this prized draft pick hasn’t been given more midfield opportunity. But his future remains uncertain for a number of reasons.
Hinkley never doubted he would see out Port contract
After having his position publicly guaranteed, Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley has revealed he never felt his position at Alberton was under threat for 2023.
Operation beat Geelong: how to topple the ladder leader
How can opposition teams get on top of the ladder leaders? Mick McGuane has the stats that matter when it comes to stopping the Cats juggernaut.
Long-lost discovery gives new voice to footy legend
Haydn Bunton is one of the game’s greats. It was thought there were no existing recordings of his voice but a chance 85-year-old discovery has given new insight into a champion. WATCH
The Tackle: Are the Dees throwing away flag hopes?
The old adage that bad kicking is bad football has never been more true with the flag chances of Melbourne at risk of going up in smoke, writes Mark Robinson.
Ralphy: Shock stat an indictment on Crouch bros
The Crouch brothers have always been able to find a mountain of the footy. But one key stat reveals why Matt will struggle to find a new home if he can’t change. TRADE SPECIAL
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