Trading and drafting
Inside Richmond’s flag blueprint: The hunt for the next Riewoldt and Rance
In place of a series of high-profile departures is a big group of exciting kids – seven of them selected within the first 28 picks of last year’s draft – who promise a brighter future at Punt Road.
- Marc McGowan
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The ‘Prancing Pony’ was cut by the Bombers and is now a viral hit. Here’s how your club found its key forwards
Patrick Voss’ match-winning performance against the Magpies at the MCG served as a reminder of the power of patience for big men.
- Marc McGowan
- AFL Briefing
- AFL grand final
Why Lions lead race for Draper; Rap legend on ‘radar’ for AFL grand final; Zorko fined
Sam Draper was considering returning to South Australia, but the Crows have now secured their established ruckman. Meanwhile, the AFL is on the brink of a signing of its own, and Dayne Zorko has copped a fine from the league.
- Justin Chadwick and Jon Pierik
- Opinion
- AFL 2025
From a Lygon era: Why I can’t cop a Silvagni at Collingwood
In terms of family name and connection to a club, the Silvagnis are comparable to the Kennedys at Hawthorn. Josh Kennedy, though, had good reason to go. Jack Silvagni has no need to leave the Blues for opportunity.
- Jake Niall
- Analysis
- AFL 2025
Charlie Curnow was feeling unhappy. Sydney and Geelong are keeping watch
Charlie Curnow would like to play for Gold Coast. Not that he has formally told Carlton or the Gold Coast that. It might be a nice thought for Charlie, but it won’t happen.
- Michael Gleeson
- Money Talks
- AFL 2025
St Kilda’s desperation to land De Koning is driving up the price of the star they already have
St Kilda had been making big offers to several stars before a star emerged from within.
- Marc McGowan and Peter Ryan
Curnow ‘raised’ trade, but Suns can’t see it happening
The star Carlton forward reportedly said he’d be willing to head north to play for the Suns, but Gold Coast haven’t spoken to him and are unlikely to be capable of doing the deal.
- Jake Niall
The best player in the AFL walked away from $2 million
He’s the best player in the AFL but Marcus Bontempelli has re-signed at the Western Bulldogs for millions less than other, lesser players have accepted.
- Michael Gleeson
The next major change coming at Essendon
Having decided to part with their head of high performance, Essendon are ready for more major change at season’s end. Next will be their enlarged playing list.
- Jake Niall
- Opinion
- AFL 2025
Getting a read on Harley: What the Eagles ace can learn from a Hawks legend
Harley Reid looks like a man, and plays with the skill, power and talent that draws comparisons to Patty Dangerfield. The difference is he is still a kid, while Dangerfield has three kids.
- Michael Gleeson
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