AFL blindsided as third alleged Rioli threat emerges
It’s been revealed that the AFL’s decision not to hand down a punishment to Willie Rioli was made without the knowledge of previous alleged threats to players as a third incident emerges.
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Cellar dweller eyes priority pick, option Harley has ruled out
Harley Reid has narrowed down his future options. Plus the struggling club likely to lodge a priority pick request and the latest on Ryley Sanders and Colby McKercher in Moneyball.
Willie Rioli’s the luckiest man in AFL – and clubs are fed up
The AFL’s decision not to sanction Willie Rioli for threatening a fellow player flies in the face of precedent set by punishing players for middle-finger salutes, and Mad Mondays – and clubs are fed up, writes Jay Clark.
‘What you are doing to this kid’: Cornes hypocrisy called out
A former teammate has taken aim at outspoken media personality Kane Cornes, revealing he responded to criticism “worse than anyone else” during his playing career. Watch it here.
‘Willie’s made a mistake’: Bevo speaks on Rioli saga
Luke Beveridge says Willie Rioli has “made a mistake”, speaking for the first time about how defender Bailey Dale is faring after the threatening message. See what he had to say.
SA premier emerges as ‘secret salesman’ in Tassie’s stadium fight
The battle in Tasmania for a new stadium to pair with the AFL’s 19th team has taken a fresh twist, with an unlikely ally emerging in the continuing pitch for the Devils’ Macquarie Point stadium.
Coates Top 50: Diehard Dog surges up draft boards
Diehard Dogs fan Thomas Burton played his first senior game in a grand final, alongside Luke Dahlhaus and under Clay Smith. He’s now surging up draft boards. Check out every score from the Coates Talent League.
Home of the Saints: NWM’s call, the chef and the slacker
Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera’s future is the talk of Moorabbin as he helps spearhead St Kilda’s next era. But what’s life like inside the home of the rising star? Mitch Owens lifts the lid on the dynamic.
Oliver’s sliding scale: Precedent set for Dees to cut ties with Clarry
Clayton Oliver’s drop-off in two years is as steep as we have ever seen, writes Jay Clark. And it could mean the Dees get desperate during trade period to cut ties with the premiership midfielder.
Round 9 teams: Pies leave 948 games at home for trip west
Collingwood will be without almost 1000 games of experience when it heads west to take on Fremantle off a five-day break. See full round 9 team news here.
Hottest team, Clarko Hawks barb: what you missed on TV
The Dogs on fire, Clarko’s brown and gold fashion faux pas, the latest on Clayton Oliver. We watch all the football shows so you don’t have to.
More double-headers planned for early part of AFLW season
The AFLW will aim for more double-headers during the six-week crossover with the men’s season, but the fixture won’t be revealed for another month – leaving clubs and players livid.
Red-hot SuperCoach rookie, value stars to grab this week
Finding value is the key to SuperCoach success – just ask the coaches who brought in Chad Warner last week. See this week’s best bargains and the cheapies to buy now.
APS Insider: Father-sons, Pies targets and a 16-year-old prodigy
Father-son prospects, NGA stars and a 2027 draft prospect who is already turning recruiters’ heads were all in action in APS footy this week. Get the inside word on what happened.
Managing Magpies: Collingwood’s toughest test yet to come
Collingwood will fly to Perth just three days after its loss to Geelong. With the oldest list in the league, who’s at risk of missing the long flight across the country?
Cruel injury blow confirmed for Dons’ mid-season fancy
One of the leading contenders to fill the ruck void on Essendon’s list will miss the rest of the season after a cruelly-timed injury in the VFL.
Cats give update on injured stars as forgotten duo’s timeline clearer
Tom Stewart and Gryan Miers are both in the mix for selection, but two important defenders have been ruled out. Plus, a positive sign for Jack Martin and Cam Guthrie. See the full injury list.
‘Made me sick’: Sandy take stock as they wait on Saints
With its VFL alignment with St Kilda up in the air, Sandringham is taking steps to reclaim its independence and identity as a senior football club.
‘Be careful’: No sanction for Rioli after reaching out to Dale
Willie Rioli has dodged a sanction from the AFL over threatening Bailey Dale after Saturday’s game, with the forward apologising to the Dogs defender.
SuperCoach position changes: Rozee, Bont and every DPP chance
Another round of SuperCoach position changes isn’t far away. Connor Rozee is chasing DPP status, and he isn’t the only big name in the mix. Search every player here.
It’s Bailey Smith’s world – the Cats and Dogs are just living in it
Mick Malthouse hated it and his former teammates are riled up – but Geelong won’t be worried by Bailey Smith dominating headlines as long as he keeps delivering, writes Josh Barnes.
Ultimate R16-23 fixture guide: Prime-time jail to marquee kings
AFL clubs have one final chance to show the fixture boss what they’ve got before next week’s release. Jon Ralph looks closely at how it’s all shaping up here.
The Tackle: ‘Sluggish’ De Goey at a crossroads
Jordan De Goey is stuck in second gear — having his poorest season for some time. Jay Clark writes in The Tackle, Collingwood have a decision to make.
Local footy coach calls for cap overhaul after 276-point demolition
Salary caps and player points were supposed to improve equalisation in local footy, but a country coach says dramatic change is needed as clubs across Victoria are stuck in a doom loop.
Bevo dials up the pressure as coaching ‘uncertainty’ lingers on
Luke Beveridge’s future remains up in the air, and the premiership coach has dialled up the pressure on the bosses at the club as the Bulldogs continue to fly on the field.
Ranked: Every state league player in the land
Who went big in the state leagues over the weekend? From draft smokies to local footy graduates and those looking for an AFL recall, we’ve got the exclusive stats on every player.
Hawks forward fined after middle-finger salute at cheer squad
One of the young stars at the Hawks has become the latest player fined for an obscene gesture towards the crowd. Watch the video here.
Full CBAs, kick-ins: Saint’s perfect role, ‘other Daicos’ spikes
Why we should ignore Jack Sinclair’s low SuperCoach score, and pay attention to Josh Daicos. See the big CBA and kick-in movers and sliders in round 8 and search every player.
Kingsley makes frank admission on Stringer’s fitness after benching
Jake Stringer hasn’t been able to fire since his move to the Giants, and Adam Kingsley says the star forward may need a week on the sidelines to get his fitness up to senior level.
What the Bulldogs really think about Bailey Smith
May 22, mark it in the calendar, because a true footy grudge match looms, writes Jon Ralph. And Bailey Smith’s war with the Dogs goes well beyond a sledge about them playing in Ballarat.
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