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.
Collingwood
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.
More Stories
Daicos steps up as fringe Pie locks down new position
Nick Daicos jumped off the bike to show signs of progress on his injury return as a forward potentially on his last chance continued to bed himself down in defence.
Special Pies connection driving Eddie’s boy to gridiron glory
Joe McGuire — the son of ex-Collingwood president Eddie — is living the dream as a punter in the US. He speaks to JON ANDERSON about his experience and whether an NFL career is in his future.
Pies flag hero makes big call on contract talks
One of the heroes of Collingwood’s 2023 premiership was expected to seek a raise and an extension this summer. Now, those talks could be pushed past the 2025 season.
2025 preview: Pies’ defensive system or personnel must adapt
Collingwood’s 2024 season showed just how tough it is to stay at the top. To get back there, the Pies must find some solutions down back. JOSH BARNES previews their season.
‘Super fit’ De Goey primed to shake off injury pain
Jordan De Goey’s bid to put an injury-riddled 2024 behind him is on track, with a teammate declaring the “super fit” Magpies star is determined to get back to his matchwinning best.
Pies succession plan ticked off, angry fans get an apology
On a big night for Collingwood, Barry Carp was officially voted in as president, two other big names joined the board and Craig Kelly had a message for upset members.
Luckless ex-Pie returns to former club after delisting
This injury-riddled key forward’s AFL journey began at Geelong, and he will to Kardinia Park in 2025.
‘Wasn’t a good time’: Kelly’s first words on racism saga
Collingwood chief executive Craig Kelly has broken his silence on being the centre of racism allegations, lauding the support he received from outgoing president Jeff Browne.
Pies make long-awaited call on new footy boss
Former Geelong and St Kilda forward Charlie Gardiner has won the race to replace Graham Wright at Collingwood, beating out two other big interstate names.
Track watch: Star Pie in a moon boot as Saints eye returns
A senior trio of Magpies missed training on Tuesday, with a triple threat of young stars shining in their places. See the latest from the Collingwood training track.
Original URL: https://www.themercury.com.au/sport/afl/teams/collingwood/page/5