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Statistics over passion: Derm reveals truth behind Fox Footy exit

Hawthorn great Dermott Brereton says he will still have a voice in the football media after leaving Fox Footy, declaring the network had more interest in statistically-minded analysis than emotion.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 06: Scarlett Johnson of the Knights in action during the 2025 Coates Talent League Girls Round 01 match between the Northern Knights and the Oakleigh Chargers at Highgate Recreation Reserve on April 06, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Rob Lawson/AFL Photos)

Late mail: The go-home concerns set to shape AFLW Draft

Armed with picks two and three, the Giants will have a big say on the first round of the AFLW Draft – but there is some late intel that could sway their decision. Get the latest whispers here.

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AFLW Phantom Draft: How the top 20 picks could fall

It’s been tipped to be one of the more unpredictable AFLW Drafts in years – but ELIZA REILLY has her ear on the ground. Here’s how the top 20 could play out on Monday night.

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NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. August 16th, 2025 . Hawthorn vs Melbourne at the MCG. Clayton Oliver of the Demons . Picture: Michael Klein

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‘I don’t know what happened’: How Clarry found purpose again

Clayton Oliver has broken his media silence on being ‘pushed out’ by Melbourne, his off-field behaviour — including that Mitch Cleary interaction — and his fresh start in Sydney.

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NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. August 15th, 2025 . Essendon v St Kilda at Marvel Stadium, Docklands. Rowan Marshall of the Saints celebrates a 3rd quarter goal . Picture: Michael Klein

Failed trade, TDK, hair cuts down the highway — Marshall opens up

Rowan Marshall hoped to play for Geelong, but St Kilda didn’t let him go. Now, the ruckman reveals why he wanted a move, his thoughts on Tom De Koning and addresses some trade period rumours.

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 18: Marcus Bontempelli of the Bulldogs warms up ahead of the 2025 AFL Round 19 match between the Brisbane Lions and the Western Bulldogs at The Gabba on July 18, 2025 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Russell Freeman/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Mega round: How to cash in on SuperCoach scoring bonanza

Buckle in for some huge scores from the biggest names in SuperCoach this week. But who will go biggest? See our top captains plus full CBAs and kick-ins.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 05: Sam Mitchell, Senior Coach of the Hawks is seen during the round 17 AFL match between St Kilda Saints and Hawthorn Hawks at Marvel Stadium on July 05, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

Hawthorn’s hit list: Hawks vow to be ‘bold’ come trade time

Oscar Allen, Harley Reid … who else? The Hawks are on the hunt, according to president Andy Gowers, who opens up on aggression at the trade table, another bid as top Hawk, and more.

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Father sons, academy guns: Top 27 talents from exciting 2027 draft crop

The U16 champs have come to a close and the future looks very bright — particularly for Essendon, Port Adelaide and the 19th AFL team. These are the prospects to watch out for from the 2027 draft class.

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MELBOURNE, NOVEMBER 24, 2021: (Back L-R) Ben Hobbs of the Bombers, Finn Callaghan of the Giants, Mac Andrew of the Suns, Sam Darcy of the Bulldogs, Josh Gibcus of the Tigers, Nick Daicos of the Magpies (Front L-R) Josh Ward of the Hawks, Campbell Chesser of the Eagles, Josh Rachele of the Crows and Josh Sinn of the Power. 2021 NAB AFL Draft at the London Tavern Hotel, Richmond. Picture: Mark Stewart

Daicos, Darcy or JHF? Redrafting the generational AFL class of 2021

The 2021 crop of draftees are already making major splashes across the AFL, but who’s the best? Mick McGuane re-drafts the top 20, and spoiler alert — there’s a new leader of the pack.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 19: Steven May of the Demons watches on during the round 19 AFL match between Carlton Blues and Melbourne Demons at Melbourne Cricket Ground on July 19, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

Confusion reigns as AFL hides behind ‘reasonable’ defence again

Despite nearly every player being on his side, Steven May was still banned for his bump on Francis Evans. And it’s a case of the AFL hiding behind its favourite tribunal play, writes Scott Gullan.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 12: (L-R) Izak Rankine, Reilly O'Brien, Darcy Fogarty and Ben Keays of the Crows sing the team song during the 2025 AFL Round 18 match between the Western Bulldogs and the Adelaide Crows at Marvel Stadium on July 12, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Key Crow out of Showdown – another turns back on free agency

Adelaide has made a late change to its Showdown 58 side, with an important recruit failing to overcome a leg issue. But it’s better news for an out-of-contract Crow.

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NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. July 23rd , 2025 . AFL . Carlton training at Ikon Park . Charlie Curnow of the Blues during todays light captains run session before taking on the Hawks tomorrow night . Picture: Michael Klein

‘He’ll stay a Carlton man’: Strong Voss shuts down Curnow talk

Carlton coach Michael Voss has emphatically declared Charlie Curnow is off the trade table as the star Blue returned to training today.

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Riak Andrew with an injured shoulder during a Sydney Swans training session at the SCG on March 11, 2025. Photo by Phil Hillyard (Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - NO ON SALES - copyright Phil Hillyard )

Young Swan cops major whack for homophobic slur

Young Swan Riak Andrew has copped his whack from the AFL over the use of a homophobic slur in a VFL clash and will undertake a Pride in Sport education.

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Top 30: The burning questions after July draft rankings revealed

Draft expert Chris Cavanagh has answered readers’ burning questions on the 2025 AFL draft, just after naming his top 30 prospects as the pool stands in July. See both here.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 20: Sam Docherty of the Blues is tackled during the round two AFL match between Carlton Blues and Hawthorn Hawks at Melbourne Cricket Ground on March 20, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

R20 tips: One expert backs Blues to hand Docherty fairytale finish

There might be a little bit more on the line for Carlton this week as a club hero hangs up the boots — and one of our experts can see the Blues upsetting the Hawks on Thursday night.

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Giants Sam Taylor and Leek Aleer during GWS Giants training at Giants HQ, Homebush on July 21, 2025. Photo: Brett Costello (Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - **NO ON SALES** - Â©Brett Costello )

Overlooked Giant’s future takes latest twist as Saints circle

Leek Aleer faces the chop after eight straight games as the Giants prepare to welcome three big names back for the Sydney Derby, but Adam Kingsley remains adamant the out-of-contract defender is still wanted by the club.

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AFL Deal Makers: A player movement investigation

The Deal Makers: AFL player movement special investigation

They are the footy deal makers who hold millions of dollars of playing talent in their hands. CODE Sports lifts the lid on AFL player agents, with a full list of who manages your favourite players and who operates best with every club.

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PERTH. 25/09/2021. AFL Grand Final. Melbourne vs Western Bulldogs at Optus Stadium, Perth. . Bulldog Marcus Bontempelli celebrates a 3rd qtr goal . Photo by Michael Klein

Why premiership ‘won’t define’ top Dog

Marcus Bontempelli says a second premiership would be special but insists it won’t shape the legacy of his career.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 10: Connor Rozee of the Power competes with Alex Neal-Bullen of the Crows during the round nine AFL match between Port Adelaide Power and Adelaide Crows at Adelaide Oval, on May 10, 2025, in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images)

TV Wrap: Showdown deserves more, Curnow floats trade chance

There’s been a renewed push for a standalone Showdown, plus plenty of people weigh in on what a Charlie Curnow trade scenario looks like. All the headlines from Tuesday night’s shows.

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GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - JULY 01: Gary Ablett and Steven May of the the Suns sing the team song after winning the round 15 the Gold Coast Suns and the North Melbourne Kangaroos at Metricon Stadium on July 1, 2017 in Gold Coast, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)

How Ablett got ‘busted’ in AFL bombshell

It’s been revealed Gary Ablett was the victim of an ultimate “gotcha” moment when his bombshell move was exposed.

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VFL Women's Grand Final at Etihad Stadium. Diamond Creek vs Darebin. Katie Brennan kicks at goal . Pic: Michael Klein

Nine years, seven Grand Finals: The rivalry where AFLW was born

Before AFLW, there was Darebin vs Diamond Creek. It was the bitter rivalry fought in Melbourne’s northern suburbs which culminated in seven Grand Final battles across nine years.

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LAUNCESTON, AUSTRALIA - JULY 19: Finn Maginness (left) and Sam Mitchell, Senior Coach of the Hawks celebrate during the 2025 AFL Round 19 match between the Hawthorn Hawks and the Port Adelaide Power at UTAS Stadium on July 19, 2025 in Launceston, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Season over for wounded Hawk

Hawthorn has gained a star in Will Day but lost a key player for the rest of the season in an “easy decision”.

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Brownlow Medal Predictor for 2025

Brownlow Predictor: Is medal run and won?

Who can catch Nick Daicos? Where do all the club counts sit? See every vote and where every player stands in our Brownlow Predictor with five rounds to go.

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Newton soars from Whorouly and back in high-flying homecoming

Michael Newton soared into the AFL’s history books in 2007. Almost two decades later, the former Demon is back doing what he does best — kicking goals — for his beloved Whorouly.

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‘Best mates’: How Little Master, religion are spurring Cat towards stardom

Ollie Dempsey could have only dreamed about Gary Ablett Jnr being his mentor several years ago. Now the former superstar is one of his best friends. He opens up on their growing friendship and his faith.

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Secret meetings for AFL deals

Footy’s ‘gotcha’ hotspots: Where the secret AFL deals really begin

In the era of the iPhone, the coffee catch-up between AFL players, their agents and rival clubs is no longer that secretive. Here’s where they happen – and what takes place.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 20: Jordan Dawson and Nick Murray of the Crows celebrate their win during the 2025 AFL Round 19 match between the Adelaide Crows and the Gold Coast Suns at Adelaide Oval on July 20, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by James Elsby/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

The f word on Dawson’s mind: Skipper has always kept the faith

Crows skipper Jordan Dawson has revealed the optimism he’s remained of the Crows’ September chances since he became captain, even through the struggling years.

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Maher: There’s too many ‘blokes going to the footy getting drunk’

Front Bar co-host Andy Maher was accosted by a drunken fan at Carlton’s win over Melbourne on Saturday, now he’s called out the MCC members and the drunken fans at the footy.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 17: Bobby Hill of the Magpies runs with the ball during a Collingwood Magpies AFL training session at Olympic Park Oval on July 17, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

Pies’ contract juggling, Bont locked away, how Roos kept Colby

Collingwood have plenty of balls in the air over Bobby Hill, Darcy Cameron and an offer to Jack Silvagni. Here’s their state of play, plus the latest on Clayton Oliver, Colby McKercher and more.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 30: Will Hoskin-Elliott of the Magpies and Zac Bailey of the Lions collide after Bailey kicked a goal during the 2023 AFL Grand Final match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Brisbane Lions at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on September 30, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Why NFL’s MCG clash could wreak havoc on AFL finals

The AFL could be forced into a major finals shake-up as the LA Rams target a September landing at the MCG. See what date the NFL is targeting, and the major shake-up it could force the AFL into.

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