Footy club’s huge game-changer for fallen AFL star
The former Crow and Magpie says his situation would be far worse were it not for the local SA club, writes Andrew Capel.
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Brownlow fancy’s added dimension, same old Power story
Jordan Dawson was already a star, but he might have just added another string to his bow. Plus Port Adelaide’s predictable demise and more likes and dislikes from round 11 in The Lowdown.
Dons injury crisis deepens as star limps off against Lions
Essendon’s horror injury run has continued at the Gabba with one of the club’s most-important players limping off in the opening quarter. FOLLOW LIVE
AFL star’s ‘extraordinary’ teammate clip
Brisbane Lions captain Lachie Neale has caused a stir with “extraordinary comments” about one of the club’s biggest stars.
Every player rated: The 8 Blues grades that paint putrid picture
Of the 45 players on Carlton’s list, 11 received a D-grading in our mid-season report card – and, highlighting the club’s plight, eight of them would have started the season in the best 23.
Abbie’s road: Father’s challenge as McKay leads new Blues era
The McKay name is steeped in Carlton history. Now, Abbie McKay has the chance to make her own history after being elevated to the Blues’ AFLW captaincy. This is how she’ll do it.
Pies’ depth to be tested again as Roos blowout comes at a cost
A brave North Melbourne took it to Collingwood and, at one point, threatened to cause a huge boilover. But when Jamie Elliott and Nick Daicos appeared after half-time, it was over.
Nick off: Tagging Daicos might do more harm than good
It might cost Nick Daicos a Brownlow Medal — but win him another premiership. This is how Collingwood has turned teams targeting its superstar into a weapon of its own.
The six-lamb-chops-a-day diet turning ‘skinny’ kid into cult hero
Growing up on a dairy farm in regional South Australia, Angus Clarke always understood the sacrifice and hard work it would take to make the AFL – and it shaped his journey to the MCG.
Uncharted waters: Desperate Dons’ mid-season draft candidates
The Bombers have gone from searching for a hidden gem to looking for anybody who can fill the breach ahead of Wednesday’s mid-season draft. Josh Barnes looks at their viable options.
Shock verdict in AFL Tribunal stunner
Fremantle’s captain is free to play after his three-match suspension was overturned in a surprise verdict at the AFL Tribunal.
Dockers captain dodges ban in suspension stunner
Fremantle has successfully overturned a three-match ban handed to its captain Alex Pearce despite the AFL arguing he was to blame for a collision which left Darcy Byrne-Jones concussed.
‘Close to zero’: Cats coach unbothered by third party audit
Geelong coach Chris Scott is not aware of any information that would give the Cats “any cause for concern” over the AFL’s probe into third party deals at Kardinia Park.
‘Pull your head in’: AFL not happy with Smith
The AFL has reportedly taken action over Geelong star Bailey Smith’s seven-word comment that has raised eyebrows.
‘Modern-day Leigh Matthews’: How a father figure launched Suns rookie to debut
The junior coach who gifted his own car to help a kid without a father figure chase his AFL dream has spoken of his pride as Leo Lombard prepares for his first game as a Gold Coast Sun.
‘Don’t care for his opinion’: Suns star hits back at Lyon’s ‘nepo baby’ comment
Gold Coast Suns vice-captain Sam Collins has hit back at his former Fremantle coach Ross Lyon, who claimed the Suns were the AFL’s ‘nepo baby’. Details inside.
Fans turn on coach after fresh AFL disaster
Carlton’s season took another major hit on Saturday afternoon and fans are starting to say the same thing about coach Michael Voss.
Toby 250: From ‘unassuming’ Charger to Giants legend
On the cusp of his 250th AFL appearance, we examine the surprising origins of Toby Greene’s career and the qualities that transformed him from an overlooked recruit into one of the AFL’s most formidable leaders.
Hokball’s ugly truth: Are Hollywood Hawks going backwards?
This time last year, Hawthorn was 4-7 and a long way from premiership contention. Now, at 7-4, the Hawks’ credentials are being questioned again. Here’s why.
‘Devastated’: Frenzy over AFL legend’s son
A storm brewing behind the scenes has been brought to the surface with Luke Hodge forced to face tough questions about his son.
Five-goal Kozzie on future, finals and MCG ‘goosebumps’
Kysaiah Pickett lit up the ‘G again on Sunday with a masterful performance against Sydney. Hear from the star Demon in the rooms after the game.
‘Belief’ builds at Dees as Fagan offers frank admission about Lions
Simon Goodwin can see the belief growing at Melbourne after a stunning win in Brisbane as Lions coach Chris Fagan declared his side were “annihilated” in the final term.
Journey of exploration: North star isn’t your average AFL player
He loves vinyl, books and bushwalks. Charlie Comben isn’t your average AFL player — and that’s the way the North Melbourne defender likes it. He reveals his top-three live gigs and more.
‘If it was early in the game…’: Were Tigers robbed against Roos?
The Tigers almost stole victory against the Roos, but were they robbed of a chance to do so? Coach Adem Yze says one late umpiring call might have been different earlier in the game.
Port vow to ‘reset’ but won’t baulk on Hinkley-Carr succession plan
Once again, the Power aren’t backing away from their succession plan, but as they stare down their worst finish under Ken Hinkley, should they reconsider? Have your say.
Star learns fate over sickening collision
Fremantle Dockers captain Alex Pearce has learnt his fate for an ugly hit on an opposition player that sparked heated debate in AFL circles.
Record mid-season draft haul could save Essendon’s year
The Bombers’ key position stars are dropping like flies, but with the mid-season draft around the corner some much needed reinforcements will arrive. See who could don the red and black.
Tigers fans didn’t know it — but this day created a dynasty
It was Richmond’s high-point in a 37-year run of misery. And although Tigers’ fans weren’t aware — it put them on a path to premiership glory over two decades later.
Ross was right to send message — he just had the wrong target
While singling out Gold Coast might not have been the right play for Ross Lyon, he is on the money about the AFL’s compromised draft. Jon Ralph writes, other clubs can’t escape scrutiny.
Saints’ AFL fear as war of words explodes over ‘nepo baby’ jab
The Saints are set to ramp up their fight against the academy selection process, as a war of words breaks out after Ross Lyon’s “nepo baby” whack at the Suns.
Watch: ‘P****d off’ Voss unloads after Blues capitulation
Carlton’s second-half woes were exposed again by Sydney on Friday, leaving coach Michael Voss to concede he was “p****d off” about another costly fadeout.
SuperCoach: Cerra burns traders, Swans stars launch in victory
Almost 1000 coaches who traded Adam Cerra were left smarting after he was Carlton’s clear standout in Friday’s loss to Sydney. See the full SuperCoach takeaways here.
Goodbye Adam: Friends, family gather to farewell late Eagle
A host of former teammates, AFL players, family and friends have come together to celebrate the life of Adam Selwood after his death at the age of 41.
Nicks: Crows still striving to achieve Collingwood’s level
Adelaide may have moved into the top four after a big win over West Coast, but coach Matthew Nicks is focused on reaching the level of the AFL’s No. 1 side.
Bevo set to sign fresh Dogs deal as contract length revealed
The Western Bulldogs are on the verge of locking away premiership coach Luke Beveridge in a move which could help secure another signature of one of the best players in the game.
Cornes v Bevo: How footy’s biggest tinderbox erupted
It was the fiery exchange between two men who – for their own reasons – were not going to back down. Jay Clark goes inside the feud between Luke Beveridge and Kane Cornes.
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