The Tackle: ‘Buddy-centric’ Swans go missing on ‘G again
Once again Sydney coach John Longmire watched his Swans over target Lance Franklin — and plenty of his players went missing. Check out all the likes and dislikes from round three.
Adelaide
One and done? Where Port’s biggest problems lie
The Power pulled off a big scalp in the opening round, but since then they’ve put in two disappointing performances. Who’s not pulling their weight? We rate every player from the Showdown.
‘Not convinced’: Brutal umpire call stuns AFL
The umpires have left fans and greats of the game alike scratching their heads over an extremely contentious free kick in the AFL Showdown.
Hinkley opens up on swinging Showdown selection axe
Adelaide expects the Power to come out ‘breathing fire’ on Saturday nigh – but it will a slightly different looking Port side after Ken Hinkley made some big calls.
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Leadership role will fast-track my game: Crouch
MATT Crouch says his new leadership post — and the arrival of Bryce Gibbs from Carlton — can make him an even more formidable player.
Twilight AFL Grand Final: It’s time for change
THE AFL is yet to lock in a start time for the 2018 grand final and the man who was once 2IC at league headquarters is a fan of parting with tradition. Do you agree? HAVE YOUR SAY
I haven’t signed yet: Rory
CROWS star Rory Sloane has refused to commit his future to the club, saying he is still weighing up a stay-or-go decision.
Walker captain in Crows’ compact leadership group
TAYLOR Walker will continue to captain the Adelaide Football Club for a fourth season as part of a streamlined four-man leadership group.
As value soars, is Sloane set to sign with Crows?
AS his stock continues to rise, confidence is growing that Rory Sloane is staying in Adelaide despite the lure of lucrative offers from his home state.
SuperCoach buzz: Who to watch in the JLT
GET your notepad ready. The JLT Series is here and with it, a number of our most important SuperCoach questions will be answered. In anticipation, here are all the players to keep a close eye on across the weekend.
What AFLX taught us for SuperCoach 2018
THE whirlwind of AFLX has come and gone, and left us with some valuable information about which players might be part of Round 1 action. Who should be on your SuperCoach radar?
Rule change may help clubs poach Sloane
AFTER 10 years at Adelaide, Crow Rory Sloane’s path to a Victorian club could be smoothed as the AFL considers a rule change to its free agency status for veterans.
Gibbs’ true blue Crow comparison
BRYCE Gibbs is still getting used to a new environment at the Adelaide Football Club, but there is one strong note of similarity from the Blues among the Crows.
Has your club struck rookie gold?
ALL category A rookies are eligible for selection from Round 1 this year and there is no shortage of players pushing for a spot. JON RALPH looks at the rookies who are ready to go at your club.
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