Trac eyes comeback after brutal injuries
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Wider review re-opens investigation into Petracca incident
The AFL is set to reinvestigate Christian Petracca’s King’s Birthday near-death experience after an official demand from the AFLPA.
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AFL club’s secret pitch to Harley Reid
Sam Mitchell is set to play a major role if Hawthorn is to land the AFL’s most in-demand player, as Harley Reid considers his future at West Coast.
Pies, Lions, Suns: Who stood out in three-way practice clash
Gold Coast, Brisbane and Collingwood faced off in a series of short clashes, and while the teams have gotten through largely incident-free, it wasn’t all smooth sailing.
Cornes: The AFL stars who won’t return my calls
Kane Cornes has trained himself not to let the criticism in during his time at the media, but Cornes tells Scott Gullan even some of his former teammates won’t return his calls.
Hawks coach responds to Reid wedding photo
After being pictured laughing at a wedding with West Coast star Harley Reid, Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell has explained what went down.
‘Data will tell us’: AFL on troubling issue
AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon will wait until the end of pre-season before making a call on a burning issue after worrying signs.
Footy factory: Geelong Falcons’ best team of the century
The Geelong region has produced All Australians and a host of AFL greats since 2000. And the late Mick Turner was central to forming the Falcons ‘footy factory’. See the full team.
Is Nate Caddy the next breakout star? | AFL Today Show
Essendon have a wicked weapon on their hands with Nate Caddy,
Will the Gold Coast Suns play AFL Finals? | AFL Today Sow
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SuperCoach Q&A and AFL club intel with Leigh ‘Joey’ Montagna! | SuperCoach AFL: The Official Podcast
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SSP latest: Dogs make surprise call on VFL sensations
It was thought the Western Bulldogs were deciding between Brayden Crossley and Dom Brew for their final AFL list spot. But the club has taken another path.
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Updated mid-price ranks: Bolter emerges as SuperCoach steal
No one loves a mid-pricer in SuperCoach as much as Tim Michell. And this year, there a host of great options to consider. Check out our top 25 and have your say.
SuperCoach Q&A and club intel with Leigh ‘Joey’ Montagna! | Breaking Even with Al Paton
A brand new weekly show on the official SuperCoach AFL podcast feed kicks off with a special guest – SuperCoach ambassador Leigh Montagna.
Practice match stats, intel, and overreactions! | The Phantom’s Lair
The footy is back, which means things are getting serious in the SuperCoach world. The Phantom and Dos are joined in The Lair by avid track watcher Jordan D’Sena – who has finished 11th and 298th in the past two seasons – to discuss all the numbers and standouts from the practice matches so far.
SuperCoach Draft: TOP 30 FORWARD RANKINGS feat. The Draft Doctors | Drafted
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Millionaire pulls rug out from under Kochie
Port Adelaide supremo David Koch has been left in the lurch by a key sponsor, with the club making the call to get new guernseys.
‘You get what you deserve’: Wines addresses Hinkley’s last ride
Power superstar Ollie Wines says there’s added motivation at Port to not only send Ken Hinkley off on a high, but possibly a Port Adelaide legend alongside him.
Every Demon rated: The star Dees ‘would be stuffed’ without
The Dees fell away from contention last year. But with their A-graders fit and firing, can they bounce back? Glenn McFarlane and Jon Ralph rate every player on their list.
Buddy, Barry and flag heroes: Sydney’s best team since 2000
Sydney has been one of the AFL’s most dominant teams this century, powered by a host of the league’s biggest stars. See who made the cut in Lachlan McKirdy’s best side since 2000.
AFL reacts to McGuire son’s plum new jobs
Eddie McGuire’s son has landed himself two plum AFL media jobs as part of a footy shake up, and the response has been surprising.
Lions set to unleash Levi Ashcroft
Having recovered from shoulder surgery, Brisbane Lions father-son pick Levi Ashcroft is set to take part in a three-team trial on the Gold Coast.
AFL boss opens door for shock Origin return: Who could play?
After the success of the Indigenous All Stars match, AFL CEO Andrew Dillon is keen to kickstart talks to revive State of Origin footy. Who would have the best team?
AFL boss open to return of State of Origin
AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon says the Indigenous All Stars buy-in has paved the way for more representative footy.
Teen’s hidden trait which impressed Power recruiters
Plucked from the obscurity of Melbourne suburban football to join an AFL list Josh Lai is the feel good story of the summer. His local coach reveals one unlikely trait which could separate him from other wingmen in the AFL.
Pick your line-up: Collingwood’s best team of the 21st century
Jolly or Grundy? Howe or Maxwell? What about De Goey? Glenn McFarlane had to make some big calls in his Collingwood team of the century. Now you can too. Select your team HERE.
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Daicos moves close to Magpie captaincy
Nick Daicos has achieved a lot in his 70 AFL games including superstardom but could be on his way to Collingwood captain after the club’s latest move.
‘Unbelievable’ Membrey tipped to be missing piece for Pies
Look away now St Kilda fans. One of the Collingwood’s most-important players is expecting Tim Membrey to have a huge impact for the club after being discarded by the Saints. Here’s why.
AFL review after player tries to buy drugs
The AFL is preparing to make a change to its illicit drugs policy after it handed out a ban to a young player who tried to buy drugs.
TDK remains tight-lipped on future
AFL: Blues young star Tom De Koning was asked about his future, with the ruckman not giving much away.
Track Watch: Casualties of new-look Crows revealed
The Crows look set to unveil four big recruits in their pre-season “Showdown” with Port, with Wednesday’s match sim providing some key intel on who will make way for new stars.
Neal-Bullen addressing the group
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‘Loves the club’: Star Roo on out-of-contract teammate
North Melbourne vice-captain Harry Sheezel has detailed the difference he has seen in a star teammate who enters a year in which he is out of contract.
‘It’s greed’: Footy divided over $1.2m trend
“Exciting” AFL and NRL off-seasons with more player movement than ever has exposed a modern new reality about the footy codes.
‘Certainly be a conversation’: AFL boss on Origin groundswell
AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon says the Indigenous All Stars buy-in has paved the way for more representative footy.
TDK breaks silence on contract talks
Carlton big man Tom De Koning has spoken on his contract status amid speculation he has been tabled one of the most lucrative AFL deals in history.
Watch: Jamarra’s emotional return just the start of long road
Jamarra Ugle-Hagan was greeted with open arms and plenty of hugs at training on Wednesday, but there’s still a long road before he’s fit to play. Watch the vision and see the pictures.
Nothing afoot: AFL doubles down on ump’s betting role support
AFL boss Andrew Dillon says the league will work closely with umpire Nick Foot amid criticism of the Grand Final official taking on a role at betting form Sportsbet.
‘Silly not to’: AFL great’s pick for Tassie gig
AFL great Jason Dunstall has named who he thinks Tasmania must consider as its inaugural coach when the Devils join the competition in 2028.
SuperCoach alert: Suns’ top pick firms for early debut
Gold Coast’s first pick in last year’s draft is closing in on an early-season debut after impressing in his first pre-season under Damien Hardwick’s watch.
Fox Footy confirms staggering line-up changes
Fox Footy has announced its biggest commentary line-up ever with the network undergoing massive changes following the recent AFL media war.
‘Get along really well’: Will ex-Sun assist in Cats’ Rowell pursuit?
Jack Bowes played several seasons with Matt Rowell at the Suns before joining Geelong. He sheds light on his connection to the No.1 pick and whether he will attempt to lure him to the Cattery.
Giant blow as preseason injuries pile up
AFL: Clubs all around the country are being hit with pre-season injuries, with GWS announcing Tom Green will miss a chunk of time.
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Bont backs in Jamarra’s future at Dogs
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