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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 02: John Longmire, senior coach of the Sydney Swans speaks to his players during the round 16 AFL match between the Essendon Bombers and the Sydney Swans at Melbourne Cricket Ground on July 02, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

Mick McGuane: Swans’ lapses must stop

Mid-match lapses have become a major issue for the Swans as they prepare to fight for their top-eight spot against Western Bulldogs on Friday night.

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Jesinta Franklin’s shock career change

Jesinta Franklin is making a bizarre career hop that nobody saw coming in a move that could get awkward for her husband.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 03: Dustin Martin of the Tigers celebrates a goal during the round 16 AFL match between the Richmond Tigers and the West Coast Eagles at Melbourne Cricket Ground on July 03, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)

‘It’s on’: Dusty exit plot thickens

Dustin Martin has been an absolute legend for the Richmond Football Club but the rumours are gathering steam he may be moving on.

Champion Swan primed for early return

Champion Swan primed for early return

The Swans have enjoyed another charmed injury run this year and could regain a key player for their must-win clash with Western Bulldogs.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 13: Lance Franklin of the Swans looks on during the round four AFL match between the West Coast Eagles and the Sydney Swans at Domain Stadium on April 13, 2017 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

Swans now 0-4, worst start in 24 years

SYDNEY remains winless so far in season 2017 after slumping to a 0-4 start following a 26-point loss to West Coast in Perth on Thursday night.

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AFLPA President Matthew Pavlich, Board Member Patrick Dangerfield and CEO Paul Marsh after meeting with the AFL. Picture: Alison Wynd

‘Time for AFL, players to grow up’

AFL clubs and player agents are growing increasingly frustrated by the protracted pay negotiations with the players’ association certain to reject the league’s latest offer.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 08: Lewis Jetta of the Eagles kicks the ball during the 2017 AFL round 03 match between the Richmond Tigers and the West Coast Eagles at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on April 08, 2017 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Media/Getty Images)

Eagles dump Jetta for Swans clash

LEWIS Jetta has been dumped by West Coast ahead of a crunch clash against his former team, Sydney, while the Swans have regained Tom Papley. SEE THE TEAMS

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North Melbourne versus GWS at Blundstone Arena. GWS' Ryan Griffen gets his ankle looked at. Picture: SAM ROSEWARNE.

Barometer: Griffen to miss 10 weeks

INJURY NEWS: GWS has been dealt a double blow with Ryan Griffen and Will Setterfield to miss 10 weeks after suffering ankle injuries.

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GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 09: Hawks leave the field after losing the round three AFL match between the Gold Coast Suns and the Hawthorn Hawks at Metricon Stadium on April 9, 2017 in Gold Coast, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)

Anyone still backing Hawks? Thought not

HAWTHORN’S loss to the previously morale-sapped Gold Coast is further evidence the era is over, while Fremantle was blessed.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 08: Jack Riewoldt of the Tigers celebrates a goal that sealed the match during the round three AFL match between the Richmond Tigers and the West Coast Eagles at Melbourne Cricket Ground on April 8, 2017 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Dodge/Getty Images)

SuperLadder: Tigers in rarefied air

ADELAIDE claimed Showdown bragging rights and top spot in Round 3 while Richmond are flying high and Hawthorn and Sydney languish winless.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 07: The Swans look dejected after the round three AFL match between the Sydney Swans and the Collingwood Magpies at Sydney Cricket Ground on April 7, 2017 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Collingwood spoils Buddy’s big night

SYDNEY has slumped to its worst start to a season in 18 years after Collingwood spoiled Lance Franklin’s 250th-game celebrations with a thrilling one-point win.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 25: Lance Franklin of the Swans celebrates kicking a goal during the round one AFL match between the Sydney Swans and the Port Adelaide Power at Sydney Cricket Ground on March 25, 2017 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Kolbe/Getty Images)

The hidden genius of the Buddy mega deal

SINCE joining the Sydney Swans, Lance Franklin has produced amazing football. But the genius of his nine-year mega deal isn’t limited to just wins, losses and goals.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 23: Patrick Cripps of the Blues runs with the ball as he is tripped by Dan Butler of the Tigers during the round one AFL match between the Carlton Blues and the Richmond Tigers at Melbourne Cricket Ground on March 23, 2017 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Dodge/Getty Images)

Barometer: Broken jaw has Cripps in doubt

INJURY NEWS: ST KILDA, Hawthorn and Sydney have lost key players, while Collingwood is hoping Jamie Elliott will finally be ready to return. WHO’S HOT AND WHO’S HURT AT YOUR CLUB

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Rory Sloane of the Crows celebrates kicking a goal, during the Round 2 AFL match between the Hawthorn Hawks and the Adelaide Crows at the MCG in Melbourne, Saturday, April 1, 2017. (AAP Image/Joe Castro) NO ARCHIVING, EDITORIAL USE ONLY

SuperCoach: Gray, Sloane redemption

STUDS AND DUDS: ROBBIE Gray and Rory Sloane bounced back to form in spectacular fashion in Round 2 but there are still major cash cow concerns.

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