Keep, trade or axe: Verdict on 288 players
There are some big calls awaiting all 18 clubs as we near the off-season. See where every off-contract player stands — plus the other names that could shake up the trade period.
Match Centre
McRae keen on ‘second date’ with favourite Blue
Collingwood coach Craig McRae has revealed he has met with Jack Silvagni, and would be keen on a ‘second date’ with Carlton’s favourite son.
The huge risks players take with long-term triggers
Some of the AFL’s biggest deals are containing clauses which would trigger monster, long-term deals. Jon Ralph unpacks why players like them – and the huge risk which comes with them.
Brownlow Predictor: Nasiah’s move, leaders and club counts
Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera is surging up the ranks in our Brownlow Predictor — but how high can he get? Plus a Nick Daicos update and every vote from every game here.
TV wrap: Champion Dee on rival’s radar, wildcard round back on?
The new football performance boss has weighed into several contentious discussion topics, including the introduction of the wildcard and the last-touch rule. Plus a Dee is on North’s radar.
Blues zero in on TDK replacement as Saints flag Marshall intention
Carlton has entered the chase for a fringe big man to bolster its ruck stocks should Tom De Koning depart – but they’re not alone as the annual ruck merry-go-round heats up.
100-goal finals chaos: What happens if Jezza hits the ton?
A former AFL coach fears Jeremy Cameron’s posibble 100-goal milestone could trigger chaos in finals. So when could the superstar reach the milestone? And how will the league prepare?
Footy wars heat up after rights breach ‘error’
The media wars are heating up, as Channel Nine face a potential breach of the AFL TV rights agreement, after using behind-the-goal vision to reveal a Toby Greene incident.
I presented my son with a Pies jumper, and our dreams came true
Nearly 20 years since he last played for the Pies, Mick McGuane opens up on what it was like watching his son Tom don the black and white stripes for the first time.
Pre-game zoo stay, YouTube videos steering Jezza towards 100
Jeremy Cameron’s unconventional preparation before one of his recent bags shows just how laid back he is. And it highlights the perfect balance that has put an elusive 100-goal milestone within reach.
Fixture analysis: The players who can win you a SuperCoach final
SuperCoach league finals are here and with four rounds remaining, the fixture is everything. Here are the players to target — and to be terrified of.
Draft, NGA prospects light up clash between APS powerhouses
A Vic Country draft hopeful continued to impress, while Richmond and Carlton prospects shone elsewhere as Haileybury closes in on a second APS title in the span of three years.
Draft watch: Meet the Pies staffer who torched Collingwood
Collingwood might have found a player — in its commercial hospitality division. Tom Blamires torched the VFL Magpies with 44 disposals and has charged into draft contention.
Futures market: Has your club dominated or slaughtered trades?
As North Melbourne sweat on their move to give up this year’s first round pick, Jon Ralph looks at every club’s success at future trading.
You should apologise Caro: Furore erupts over Riewoldt’s Roos take
There was plenty of talk about Melbourne’s woes on Monday night’s footy shows. Plus more on another Toby Greene indiscretion and an on-air blow up between two colleagues.
‘Disappointed’ Giants still backing in Greene despite dirty acts
Stephen Coniglio has backed in Toby Greene’s leadership despite him landing in yet more hot water for an off-field indiscretion, this one well off the ball.
Dees must swap ‘love-in’ for hard edge as Goodwin fronts board
Melbourne has to swap the roses for ruthlessness. Jay Clark writes, change must be on the agenda as Simon Goodwin fronts the board on Monday night.
Hawthorn horror show: The results that could cost Hawks September
Just as the Hawks were starting to fire, they face a gauntlet on the road to September, and it could cost them dearly. See our predictions — and make your own call here.
Marshall opens up on Nas’ genius, big Saints afterparty
Rowan Marshall has revealed more about St Kilda’s celebrations after their history-making win over the Demons, plus what it was like setting up the matchwinning play.
Verdict in on May bump after Dees’ appeal bid
The AFL Appeal Board has handed down a verdict after Melbourne decided to challenge Steven May’s three-game ban. Ed Bourke has the details.
Harley prepared to sign at Eagles — on one major condition
As Harley Reid adjusts to life in Perth, the young superstar is willing to stay at the Eagles, but only on one condition which would make him one of footy’s highest-paid stars.
Who’s to blame? Ten questions Dees must answer from brutal loss
Who was to blame for the Demons’ 6-6-6 blunder? What was Jack Viney doing? Why didn’t Jake Bowey intercept the incoming kick? Jon Ralph unpacks the Demons’ 10 burning questions.
AFL won’t take action over sinister Goodwin threat
Melbourne Demons coach Simon Goodwin has been threatened in a disturbing post. The AFL won’t take further action but is still hunting the identity of the anonymous poster.
Buddy, Judd … Nas? Saints must avoid heartbreak of the century
Lance Franklin, Chris Judd … Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera? If St Kilda lose their talisman it will rip the hearts out of Saints fans. Will he stay or go? Jon Ralph has the latest.
The Tackle: Why Jezza demolition could be Roos’ worst loss yet
Fans have once again watched shell-shocked Roos players walk off after a massive loss, with no end to the misery in sight. Jay Clark unpacks another blue and white disaster in The Tackle.
The ‘disrespectful’ Showdown moment leaving a sour taste
Port Adelaide got a lot wrong in the 98-point defeat their crosstown rivals — but one moment stood out as lazy and disrespectful. See all the R20 likes and dislikes in The Lowdown.
The 55-second ‘f**k it’ plan now etched in footy folklore
They had 55 seconds to come up with a plan when Melbourne’s 6-6-6 infringement gifted them the ball. Three Saints made a call, the Demons were nowhere and the rest is history. Watch how it all unfolded.
Stats dossier: Macrae red flag, late season CBA surprises
Coaches are using late rounds to experiment, and some new names are getting a chance in the middle. But Jack Macrae’s new role could be a SuperCoach worry. See every CBA.
Polarising, ruthless, loyal: People and power behind rise of Hutchy
Craig Hutchison has a prominent seat at the AFL boys’ club, but it wasn’t always this way. We reveal the relationships, financial backers and key figures behind the rise of ‘Hutchy’ the media mogul.
De Goey takes ‘a step forward’, but no timeline on Pies return
Pies fans can be forgiven for wanting their best 23 on the park as soon as possible to lock in a top-two spot, but Craig McRae won’t be rushing a return for two of their key stars.
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