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How it feels to know coach is facing the axe
Jack Watts had five coaches at Melbourne, so he knows what it’s like to be at a club is under siege. And the response isn’t always what you might expect.
‘Not winning it’: Don’t get ‘sucked in’ by Tigers
Richmond is on the charge, and fans of other finalists are worried. But a stats guru says there is one huge flaw that rules out another Tiger premiership.
Trade talk: How much of Grundy’s salary would Pies pay?
Any Brodie Grundy trade would require Collingwood to pay a significant portion of his salary at a new club. Find out how much in a new episode of KFC SuperFooty TV.
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‘Unbelievable’ stat that shows Swans can win flag
Look out Dogs, Demons and Cats fans. The Swans are coming hard, and one key stat reveals why they could be a shock premiership threat. Watch Pure Footy.
AFL’s ‘easy’ call on Perth Grand Final
The AFL faces a tough decision on where to play the Grand Final if the MCG can’t host a full crowd. But one journo says the call is easy. Watch KFC SuperFooty TV.
Who should be the All-Australian ruckman?
Expert commentators are stumped trying to split the AFL’s top big men, but Champion Data says the answer is obvious. Watch Pure Footy.
KFC TV: Is ‘Horse’ the most underrated coach in the game?
The likes of Clarkson, Hardwick and Scott are constantly referred to as the top coaches in the league. But should John Longmire get more credit? Watch KFC TV.
Career-best Buddy powering Swans’ serious flag tilt
Stats gurus have Sydney as the ‘fourth seed’ in this year’s premiership race. And a remarkable Lance Franklin stat is a key reason why. Watch Pure Footy here.
KFC SuperFooty TV: How Blues can make finals
Carlton sit in 13th place, yet are just two games outside the eight. Could the Blues secure one of the finals spots up for grabs? Watch KFC SuperFooty TV.
Which team ticks every premiership box?
Stats gurus have identified the key areas that make up the AFL premiership formula. And right now only one team meets all four criteria. Watch Pure Footy here.
KFC SuperFooty TV: Dons must keep Stringer ‘on the edge’
Jake Stringer’s contract isn’t just about money. It is also about length of years. What is the perfect balance for the player and club? Watch KFC SuperFooty TV.
The flaws that could trip up each top-five team
The top five has put a gap on the rest of the competition and all are in the flag hunt — but each side has an issue with their game that could bring them undone. Watch Pure Footy.
KFC SuperFooty TV: Who else could join the 400 club?
Shaun Burgoyne is one game away from joining one of football’s most prestigious clubs. But after Silk plays his 400th game, who will be next?
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