Darcy vs Daicos: Who will define footy’s next generation?
One is the favourite for this year’s Brownlow Medal. The other a generational key-position talent. Fox Footy’s Garry Lyon asks, would you rather have Sam Darcy or Nick Daicos at your club?
Collingwood
‘He is so close’: Pendlebury urged to chase Boomer’s AFL record
Teammate Steele Sidebottom has urged Scott Pendlebury to chase the AFL’s games record held by Brent Harvey, believing Collingwood will back its former skipper to play on in 2026 — when he will turn 38 years of age.
Pies star on the ‘scary’ car crash that ‘rattled’ him
Brayden Maynard has revealed his dog was nearly killed in a car crash which rocked him ahead of the Pies’ battle with Port Adelaide. He opens up to JOSH BARNES about the fallout.
Dees’ unrest, Voss texts and lap-top slams: How Pies got their man
Dan Houston showed rivals clubs what they missed out on when he starred against the Power in round 1. Go inside the sleepless nights and the ‘unbelievable tensions’ behind his trade move.
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Cornes explodes over photo of AFL star
Divisive AFL commentator Kane Cornes’ criticism of Collingwood star Nick Daicos has been slammed as his “worst take of the year”.
AFL warns players could be banned for dangerous push
The AFL says players risk suspension if they push an opponent into a marking contest despite a Collingwood star’s view that the game is at risk of going soft.
Ralph: Cut the head off the snake, what else does Collingwood have?
The Pies aren’t dead and buried yet, but JON RALPH writes, there’s plenty of questions Craig McRae will need to address to avoid starting 0-2 in back-to-back seasons.
SuperCoach takeaways: Huge Daicos call looms, rookie verdict
Nick Daicos has thrown SuperCoach into a spin four days from round 1. Should we jump ship? Here’s what we learned from game two of opening round.
AFL hands down verdict on McRae-Kingsley stoush
Adam Kingsley and Craig McRae clashed on the bench during the Giants’ win over Collingwood, and the AFL have swiftly handed down their verdict on the verbal stoush.
‘Never seen anything like it’: Club rocked
Collingwood were tipped to be a finals contender in 2025, but concerning scenes took place during their season opener on Sunday.
The five-minute Pies patch that will worry Fly the most
If Collingwood thought it was hot in Sydney, just wait for the heat if the most experienced side in club history fails to click soon, writes ED BOURKE. And it’s obvious where the focus will be.
Dad’s Army? 10 kids who will can help keep Pies in premiership mix
Most assume it’s premiership in 2025 or bust for Collingwood. But, not JON RALPH. He names 10 players under the age of 25 who can help ensure the Magpies remain a threat.
Washed up at 19: The rise, fall and rebuild of Danny Roach
Danny Roach went from realising his dream of being drafted to quitting football within two years. The former Magpie tells ANDY BELLAIRS how he rebuilt his life after a chastening AFL experience.
Gun Hawks overlooked in first round teams
Hawthorn’s recruiting spree has forced a major shake-up, while a number of Opening Round teams will be well below full strength.
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