Walker wants Crows future sorted ahead of possible swan song
Taylor Walker plans to return to Adelaide’s team for what could be the final time against Sydney this weekend — or will his future be settled before then?
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Suns speak out as Lukosius exit rumours intensify
Gold Coast co-captain Touk Miller has weighed in on the future of Jack Lukosius after a dominant VFL outing intensified speculation about him returning to South Australia.
The Lowdown: Port son of a gun responds to some tough love
Jase Burgoyne has plenty of talent, but in his debut season, seemed to be lacking in some intensity. But after some tough love from the Power, the son of a gun is rewarding his team in spades.
Rioli the target of ‘abhorrent’ racial abuse during Showdown
Port Adelaide and the Crows have condemned a racist online post directed at small forward Willie Rioli during the Power’s Showdown 56 win on Saturday night.
‘Very, very fair footballer’: Ken, Nicks react to brutal Houston hit
A sickening bump from Dan Houston became the story of Showdown 56, as Matthew Nicks and Ken Hinkley react to the moment that ignited fury between the Crows and the Power.
Port’s Showdown win helps shed questions of big-game credentials
Port’s recent record in finals is not one to celebrate, but with Showdown 56 a finals-like game, the Power answered some important questions heading into September, writes Matt Turner.
Player ratings: Who starred, who flopped in Showdown 56
Zak Butters won the Showdown medal in a clash that had it all. But who else starred? And who couldn’t cut it on the big stage? We rate every player. HAVE YOUR SAY.
‘Top 5 all-time’: Celebration blows AFL away
Adelaide’s Josh Rachele has left Port Adelaide fans seeing red after delivering one of the most savage goal celebrations of the year.
46-1 Showdown rankings: The kid who could derail Port’s dream
On Saturday night, 46 players will step out onto Adelaide Oval for the Showdown. But who is the most important? Who holds the key to victory? Simeon Thomas-Wilson ranks every name 46-1.
What should the Crows new logo be?
Let’s face it, the last “new era” of the Crows wasn’t exactly a stunning success, writes Michael Mkoka-Nicholson.
More Crows than Power stars? Our ultimate Showdown best 23
The teams are in for Saturday night’s Showdown 56. But who would make a combined side? We’ve picked the ultimate line-up – and some big decisions had to be made. Did we get it right?
The South Australian talent set to ignite Crows and Power for years
Both the Power and Crows have plenty of exciting father-son prospects to target in this year’s draft, but one academy player is getting recruiters talking. Matt Turner analyses the draft targets.
‘Fresh, aggressive’: Crows kickstart Thebarton era with new logo
A new era is coming for the Crows at their new home base of Thebarton, and the club is set to undergo a facelift in the form of a fresh logo, and some changes to its iconic home kit.
‘Nearly every day’: Rozee reveals chats with star trade target
Connor Rozee has hinted at his potential role in luring close mate Jack Lukosius back to South Australia and weighed in on whether Alex Neal-Bullen could become a Power player.
10-1: Moments which defined Showdown history
Another chapter will be written into Showdown history when Adelaide and Port Adelaide clash this weekend. We rank 10 of the greatest moments between the fierce rivals.
Crows bullish as three-headed forward monster takes shape
With Taylor Walker poised to play on in 2025, Adelaide’s forward line is shaping up to be one of the AFL’s most potent. Riley Thilthorpe gives MATT TURNER his take on the Crows attack — and a cause close to his heart.
Premiership star quits Demons, requests SA trade
Alex Neal-Bullen has asked Melbourne to be traded to South Australia at the end of the season in another blow for the embattled Demons.
The Lowdown: Super sub Narkle sparkles in Port’s crucial away win
Port picked up another key win on the road in round 22, and in their pursuit of a top four finish and possibly more, their new super sub might have a key role to play.
Showdown 56: Crows out to ‘keep Port fans quiet’ – without Tex
Adelaide are looking for a Showdown sweep in 2024, but they’ll have to do it without Taylor Walker. See the injury update plus more from Jordan Dawson here.
Next stop, Showdown: Nicks puts Ken, Port in Crows’ sights
‘There is some positive stuff coming, it’s not far away’. Crows coach Matthew Nicks was pleased with what his young group was able to deliver on Sunday. Is it just the start?
He’s coming home? Crows to make bold play for SA Sun
Jordan Dawson, Izak Rankine and, now, Jack Lukosius? The Crows could be about to pull off another recruiting raid after meeting with the South Australian star.
Nicks makes call on Tex’s future as superstar Crow recommits
The future of the Crows’ oldest player is a major talking point as the 2024 season nears a conclusion. And Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks knows where he wants Taylor Walker to be in 2025.
The Lowdown: Nicks’ coaching calls cost Crows – again
For the second week in a row, Adelaide was left behind the eight ball thanks to decisions made in the coaches’ box. SIMEON THOMAS-WILSON explores what went wrong in The Lowdown.
Matchwinning young guns, Stengle response behind Cats’ epic win
It looked to be another game at GMHBA Stadium gone to waste for the Cats, but two emerging talents stepped up to the plate when they needed it most. And Tyson Stengle made a statement after a challenging week.
‘Best game he’s played’: Nicks heaps praise on rising forward
He may not have been able to help drag the Crows over the line for an unlikely victory in Geelong, but coach Matthew Nicks has declared Josh Rachele’s performance his best AFL game.
Recruiting files: The three drafts still hurting Crows
Every club has its draft skeletons – and there are plenty of things recruiters can’t foresee. But only GWS, Gold Coast and North Melbourne have had more first-round picks than the Crows in the past decade.
One ‘elite’ player? The Crows sliders under microscope
‘Progression is not always obvious, the reward for effort not always immediate. But over time it will emerge.’ That’s what Matthew Nicks said about Adelaide’s list at the end of 2022. The numbers, however, tell a different story.
McGuane: Time for Crows to give Buckley a call
Pressure is mounting on Adelaide and coach Matthew Nicks — only months after he signed a contract extension. In his mid-season report card, MICK MCGUANE says the Crows should be on the phone to Nathan Buckley.
‘Stand aside’: Crows hall of famer wants heads to roll
Adelaide’s first captain has backed Matthew Nicks to remain as the club’s coach – but says sweeping changes are needing for the Crows to become a force again.
How Crows’ board had its wings permanently clipped
Adelaide fans have long bemoaned what some call the ‘boys’ club’ running the Crows board. But the AFL’s fingerprints are all over the Crows at the high level. MICHAEL WARNER investigates.
SA greats: The moments that made our new Hall of Famers
Inaugural Crows skipper Chris McDermott and Sturt great Michael Graham have been inducted into the Australian Football Hall of Fame. And while their paths were very different, they both changed along the way.
The Lowdown: Port Adelaide fans have seen this before …
It was more of the same from Port Adelaide against GWS, as the Power failed to dispel the outside perception that they’re a ‘fake’ contender. See more likes and dislikes from round 14 here.
Cornes: What the Crows can do this summer to stem the bleeding
Inaugural Adelaide Crows coach Graham Cornes says the failures of the club have never been more exposed and big changes are needed this summer.
AFL shaken up by ‘worst thing I’ve seen’
The footy world is in meltdown over a divisive act that sparked wild scenes during five minutes of madness between the Swans and Crows.
‘Making progress’: Nicks insists Crows are on right course
Adelaide have lost three on the trot and sit 4-1-9 heading into the bye, but coach Matthew Nicks believes the club is actually making progress despite what results suggest.
‘Isn’t on’: Swans called out amid ‘insane’ feat
Swans forward Joel Amartey has put his hand up to be Buddy Franklin’s heir apparent, tearing the heart out of Adelaide in stunning scenes.
Penbo: The dopey reasons NIMBY minority nearly killed Crows HQ
This week we saw a chilling insight into the inner workings of local government, and its capacity to be a bulwark against progress, writes David Penberthy.
Rankine returns, but where’s Tex?
All eyes will be on the Crows in their clash with the Swans on Saturday night, and there’s some starpower on the way back for a must-win match.
Mali’s ‘vicious’ warning to Setka over Crows HQ threat
The Premier has issued a blunt warning to the CFMEU boss after he took aim at the AFL’s major building projects.
Why former Crows coach is still ‘bullish’ on Nicks’ side
Former Adelaide coaches Graham Cornes and Malcolm Blight have highlighted the club’s clear issues. But Brenton Sanderson is ‘in the minority’, backing the Crows to turn things around quickly.
AFL hits back at CFMEU boss’s threats to new Crows HQ
The AFL has stood by its new umpiring chief despite CFMEU boss John Setka’s threats to cease co-operation on league projects, including the new Crows HQ, unless he is sacked.
‘It’s the facts’: Tex points to reason behind Crows’ struggles
The Crows star says his side has been hit hard by injuries, while football boss Mark Ricciuto is still standing firm behind the playing list, even with finals in doubt.
The Lowdown: Where are the leaders at the Crows?
When the going has gotten tough, the leaders at the Crows have been hard to find. So where are the other members of Jordan Dawson’s leadership group, asks SIMEON THOMAS-WILSON.
From finals dream to a ‘dark spot’: The upside that never came
The Crows were denied a finals berth in 2023 by an incorrect umpiring call. Heading into 2024, optimism was boundless and yet it has gone awry for Adelaide. So what happened?
No one going ‘under the bus’ – but Silvers makes big concession
Adelaide chief executive Tim Silvers won’t be making ‘rash decisions’ after Thursday night’s loss, but he’s questioned how well the players have handled the heat this year.
Who’s to blame for this debacle? Roo cops the brunt
Crows football director Mark Ricciuto and the club’s recruiting team are most to blame for Adelaide’s dismal 2024 season – but coach Matthew Nicks has escaped the brunt of criticism.
‘We’re not good enough’: Nicks’ concession, message to angry fans
There was discontent in the crowd and the talkback lines lit up with angry Crows fans after Thursday’s shock loss. But what went wrong? And where to now? Here’s what Matthew Nicks said.
What’s changed? The big Crows questions that need answers
After being stunned by Richmond, Adelaide’s season is all but over. And no matter what happens from here, the Crows need another external review, writes SIMEON THOMAS-WILSON.
Starick: Time for heads to roll at Adelaide’s poverty franchise
It’s high time for heads to roll at my beloved Adelaide Crows – but there’s no messiah on the horizon to ruthlessly sweep out the dead wood, writes Paul Starick.
‘Pretty dark spot’: Grim reality hits Crows
The Adelaide Crows were supposed to play finals in 2024 but a loss to cellar-dwellers Richmond has left all sorts of questions about the coach and his players.
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