Aker pinpoints Lions’ biggest problem
The Lions need to be quicker if they are to contend for the AFL premiership, according to a Brisbane legend.
The Lions need to be quicker if they are to contend for the AFL premiership, according to a Brisbane legend.
Ben Keays endured a nervous week after being handed a big job by coach Matthew Nicks. How he responded says everything about where the Crows are heading.
Forward-ruck Jack Silvagni was axed from the Blues’ senior side on Thursday night and there’s a simple explanation, coach Michael Voss says.
A potential difference-maker is a confirmed starter for Carlton as it seeks to return to the winner’s list against the Giants.
MELBOURNE co-captain Jack Viney is among the wounded Dees, but Jesse Hogan’s looming return could ease their pain. Plus big ins coming for Cats and Giants. SEE EVERY INJURY
THE recent spate of punches in footy is top of the agenda for the SuperFooty Podcast today. LISTEN for hot takes on Bucks, Pies, Tigers and tricky Nick Riewoldt.
A HUGE Richmond win and a nailbiting draw between Geelong and GWS has left just six points separating fourth from first as the AFL ladder gets seriously tight.
CAPTAINCY has taken on a whole new meaning in today’s game. MICK MALTHOUSE gives his take on whether your club’s skipper can lead it to a premiership. VOTE
HAWTHORN used to wear red, white and blue and nearly every club has changed its jumper at least once. What has your club worn over the years? VOTE: WHO HAS THE BEST JUMPER?
GILLON McLachlan has rubbished suggestions fans will boo Bachar Houli when he returns from suspension as Carlton hopes his victim Jed Lamb will only miss one week.
GOLD Logie winner Waleed Aly has spoken out about the character reference he wrote for suspended Richmond defender Bachar Houli.
EDDIE McGuire has raised concerns over the precedent set by the tribunal to allow character references to influence decisions, while a former tribunal member says the AFL must challenge.
FOR many, the best thing about yesterday’s inaugural NBA Awards show was the weird and wonderful outfits worn by players. Is it time the AFL took a leaf out of the NBA’s book?
UPDATE: CHRIS Scott gives the latest on Joel Selwood’s concussion, scans are back on Dayne Beams’ shoulder and could Jesse Hogan return this week? See every club’s full injury list after Round 14.
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