Why Dockers coach sees ruck conundrum as a good thing
Fremantle ruckman Sean Darcy is set to be passed fit this week, but some think the Dockers will be better served by not selecting him against Gold Coast.
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Seething Suns hit back at Lyon’s ‘offensive whinge’
Gold Coast officials are furious at Ross Lyon's "AFL nepo baby" jab and believe their key forwards were denied a fair chance to compete against St Kilda.
Crows star in tightrope race to reach 300 milestone
Taylor Walker will go down as one of Adelaide's all-time greats, and he faces an intriguing race to reach game No.300 this season.
Star unclear on return timeline after giant nerve issue
GWS star Stephen Coniglio admits he is still unsure when he'll return to AFL action as he continues to manage a nerve issue preventing him from running.
Star defender latest Bomber to suffer injury
Essendon defender Ben McKay has been ruled out of the match against Brisbane at the Gabba after becoming the latest Bomber to suffer an injury.
Mills banned for one game, adding to Swans’ AFL woes
After his first AFL game this season, Sydney captain Callum Mills has been banned for one game on a rough conduct charge.
Mills banned for one game, adding to Swans’ AFL woes
After his first AFL game this season, Sydney captain Callum Mills has been banned for one game on a rough conduct charge.
Lions hope sore AFL star only needs the weekend off
Keidean Coleman and Oscar McInerney are big-name Brisbane Lions omissions as coach Chris Fagan prepares to coach his 200th AFL game.
Blues’ Hollands takes leave again as De Koning returns
Carlton's Elijah Hollands has taken personal leave for the second time this season while teammate Tom De Koning headlines the inclusions in round 11.
Smith shines as Cats survive Dogs’ challenge in classic
Bailey Smith was the central figure as Geelong outlasted the Western Bulldogs by 14 points in a high-scoring and entertaining contest.
Bailey Smith’s new barb pours fuel on Cats-Dogs rivalry
Geelong recruit Bailey Smith has poured more fuel on the fire in his ongoing rivalry with the Western Bulldogs with another pointed dig at his former club.
Tighter defence gives Kangas chance to take down Pies
North Melbourne will start rank outsiders against AFL ladder leaders Collingwood but hope their improving team defence can be the key to an upset.
AFL giant Walls gives message from beyond the grave
A decorated player, a ruthless coach and an insightful media performer, Robert Walls has been remembered as a "big softie" around his family.
Sacrifices to help Daicos, Magpies hit bigger heights
Collingwood are flying with Nick Daicos starring but coach Craig McRae believes the Magpies are only just getting started and can help out their star even more.
‘We don’t want to do that’: Swans coach on repeat bans
Poor discipline and bad technique is costing Sydney, says coach Dean Cox after two key players were suspended for separate high hits on Carlton defenders.
‘Blown away’ Lions coach makes big AFLW call
AFLW mainstay Craig Starcevich doesn't think the competition is a one-horse race, despite North Melbourne's dominance over the Lions in last year's final.
The curse Bulldogs coach Beveridge ‘wore heavily’
Once a graveyard for the Western Bulldogs, GMHBA Stadium has become a ground Luke Beveridge and his players no longer fear.
Dogs coach takes a catty nip ahead of Smith showdown
Bailey Smith has trained away from the cameras in Geelong, but the Cats insist their superstar will be right for a grudge match against the Western Bulldogs.
Darwin dominance done, Suns clock on for next shift
Gold Coast have refocused after another successful Darwin jaunt, Bailey Humphrey keen to continue his form surge on a Melbourne trip to face St Kilda.
Legends demand AFL action on falling Indigenous numbers
Two of footy's Indigenous greats hope Sir Doug Nicholls Round can spark action to reverse the falling number of First Nations players on AFL club lists.
Lions still ‘mix and matching’ to fill Daniher absence
Brisbane Lions captain Lachie Neale is urging his side to release the shackles as they continue to adjust to life after retired spearhead Joe Daniher.
Essendon legend Hird makes call on coaching future
Not even a provocative statement from a powerful former Essendon president will distract Bombers coach Brad Scott from his mission of reigniting the club.
Bailey hype goes up again for massive Cats-Dogs duel
Bailey Smith has sat out Geelong training ahead of Thursday night's massive clash against the Western Bulldogs.
GWS lose young gun, TDK return looms for Blues
GWS onballer Finn Callaghan is set to spend at least a month on the sidelines with a shoulder injury, while Carlton could regain ruck Tom De Koning.
How Kangaroos are seeking to guarantee more MCG games
North Melbourne ended their MCG drought in the first of three games at the venue this season and Charlie Comben hopes there will be many more in future.
‘There’s a chance’: Buckley flags interest in Devils
Collingwood great Nathan Buckley has met with Tasmania Devils boss Brendon Gale and is open to joining the AFL expansion club as its inaugural coach.
Crows beware – Eagles have learnt how to win
West Coast have posted their first win under coach Andrew McQualter after producing their best pressure display of the season in a 28-point win over St Kilda.
Lions’ hunger questioned but Fagan doesn’t see pattern
Chris Fagan has questioned his side's hunger after a shock loss to the fast-finishing Melbourne Demons but is adamant it's no "premiership hangover".
Freo players right behind Longmuir ahead of crunch game
Fremantle's hopes of challenging for the flag are already on thin ice, and they face a tough three weeks with games against GWS, Port Adelaide and Gold Coast.
Lions welcome back Keidean Coleman from ACL tear
It's been 14 months since Keidean Coleman graced an AFL field, but he will make his long-awaited return when Brisbane host Melbourne at the Gabba on Sunday.
AFL in shock as tributes flow for ex-Eagle Adam Selwood
West Coast great John Worsfold has led tributes to Eagles premiership star Adam Selwood, who has died just three months after his twin brother Troy passed away.