The bloodletting of the Demons’ disastrous start continued on Monday night as Simon Goodwin and his side was hit from all directions. Plus, Zak Butters’ future and all the big talking points.
Joel Smith was hit with a huge suspension under the AFL anti-doping code after a positive match-day test in 2023 – now, for the first time, the 29-year-old has spoken out.
As Richmond prepares to fight Rhyan Mansell’s three-match ban, a former Tiger has declared there’s ‘enough grey area’ for the forward to have the suspension overturned.
Carlton and Collingwood may be fiercest of enemies bracing for one of the biggest games of the year so far, but Craig McRae has extended an olive branch to Michael Voss.
An assessment panel into the proposed stadium for the new Tasmanian AFL team has labelled it an ‘alien’ on the Hobart skyline — saying it would cost more to build and deliver less.
Aside from smashing Richmond, the Power has had an awful start to 2025, with Jason Horne-Francis the poster boy. If the No.1 draft pick wants to stand up, now’s the time. See more in The Lowdown.
Power defender Kane Farrell has revealed his decision to re-sign with the club was aided by the succession plan that will see Josh Carr take over as senior coach from next season.
Andrew Krakouer epitomised making the most of a second chance at life. Lauren Wood writes about the man who never shied away from his mistakes and tried to give his all back.
The AFL world is mourning the sudden death of former Richmond and Collingwood forward Andrew Krakouer, who passed away in Perth on Sunday night.
Eddie Betts made a living at the feet of big marking packs, and says if small forwards are banned from nudging opponents around packs it will change the craft forever. Have your say.
Dan Capiron was jealous, confused and ashamed after missing out in his draft year. But crossing to Geelong VFL proved to be life-changing. The Cats’ VFL captain opens up on his defining shift and draft hopeful Charlie McCartin.
With the local footy season just days away, there’s plenty of ex-AFL guns who have found new homes for this season. See where you can see them in action.
Footy – and the people who make the game – is changing like never before. ED BOURKE discovers the AFL’s trailblazers at the forefront of a new era.
There is plenty of money to be made in SuperCoach – if you pick the right players. See who to trade in and out for round 4.
Leek Aleer’s latest speccie has thrust the GWS defender’s future back into the limelight as St Kilda continues to come calling for the prodigious talent while he’s stuck in the VFL. Will he leave?
After initially targeting a football-savvy chief executive to help the club confront some upcoming complicated questions, the Demons have had to broaden the search for their next CEO.
Geelong’s captain has spoken out about a Tiger’s ban for pushing as the Cats chief executive provides an update on the league’s audit of its third party player payments.
Hawthorn’s perfect start to 2025 continued in round 3, all thanks to footy’s ‘USB adapter’ Nick Watson. Jay Clark writes in The Tackle, Watson is Sam Mitchell’s newest ace up his sleeve.
Opposition players describe him as sticky and one of the best runners in the competition. But a simple shift from the Swans in pre-season has elevated James Jordon to another level.
Many Cats fans wouldn’t recognise this player if he walked past them on the street. But he has been a shining light over a tough couple of weeks for the club. And another big job looms.
The state leagues are in full swing around the country – so who’s started the year with a bang? From draft smokies to local footy graduates, we’ve got the exclusive stats on every player.
A drought-breaking premiership doesn’t guarantee much in terms of tenure in the AFL. Simon Goodwin may only have weeks to save his job. JON RALPH writes, the Dees are at the crossroad.
Who are the best 25 VFL players of the 21st century? Commentator and former leading VFL player Nigel Carmody and reporter Paul Amy name their list of the best of the best.
Izak Rankine is making good on a pre-season promise of more midfield time – and it is turning into SuperCoach gold. See every CBA and kick-in from round 3.
Shaun Mannagh won’t be seen in the state leagues for a while if the weekend was anything to go by. Plus, could a ruckman come into the frame after Geelong’s sub call? See the full notes here.
Adelaide’s win over the Roos wasn’t as pretty as their first two victories in 2025, but Matthew Nicks has praised his troops – plus giving an update on Josh Rachele.
Carlton face a must-win clash on Thursday night against the Pies, but it appears reinforcements are on the way, while the Cats have injury concerns of their own.
Oscar Allen is either out of form, under an injury cloud, not being used correctly, or all three – with a third-gamer outshining the skipper. Eliza Reilly unpacks it, plus Freo’s massive flaw.
The backline rookie crisis is over, but SuperCoaches have some much bigger problems in the form of big names who aren’t living up to their price tags.
Debutant Isaiah Dudley set Fremantle alight in the first quarter and the Dockers didn’t look back as they piled on the pain against the wounded Eagles in Derby 60.