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AFLW Phantom Draft: How the top 20 picks could fall, when bids land

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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HOLD FOR SATURDAY HERALD SUN PIC DESK----Footy legend and Fox Footy commentator Dermott Brereton details his injuries and thoughts on the game for Weekend Cover story. Picture: Alex Coppel.

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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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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Sydney's Nick Blakey dejected after the final siren during the 2024 AFL Grand Final between the Sydney Swans and Brisbane Lions at the MCG on September 28, 2024. Photo by Phil Hillyard (Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - **NO ON SALES** - Â©Phil Hillyard )

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Sydney star Nick Blakey has spoken candidly of the club’s Grand Final disaster and why the Swans won’t repeat the same mistakes if they earn another shot at the ultimate prize in 2025.

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NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. September 28 , 2024. AFL Grand Final. Sydney Swans vs Brisbane Lions at the MCG. Kai Lohmann of the Lions celebrates a 1st quarter goal . Pic:Michael Klein

Better without Joe? Lions great’s ominous premiership warning

A Brisbane premiership great has boldly declared the Lions can get even better this year — even without their talisman Joe Daniher. CALLUM DICK explains why.

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AFL legends James Hird and David Glascott speaking at an event for Fifthqtr Foundation. Picture: Jake Nowakowski

Hird reveals dream for footy’s ‘Beyond Blue,’ media return fears

James Hird says an emerging independent voice for past AFL players could serve as footy’s version of Beyond Blue, as he reveals his trepidations about returning to the AFL media circle.

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IPSWICH, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 27: Izak Rankine of the Crows in action during the 2025 AAMI AFL Community Series match between Brisbane Lions and Adelaide Crows at Brighton Homes Arena on February 27, 2025 in Ipswich, Australia. (Photo by Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images)

O’Brien: Crows’ new-look midfield can match it with comp’s best

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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - MARCH 01: Ricky Stuart, head coach of the Raiders looks on during the round one NRL match between the Canberra Raiders and the New Zealand Warriors at Allegiant Stadium on March 01, 2025, in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

Dillon: What it would take to see a Sherrin in Vegas

Andrew Dillon, Dave Matthews and Mason Cox all think an AFL game being played for points overseas is coming, especially after the NRL’s glitzy weekend in Las Vegas. Here’s how.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 01: Riverbank stand during the ODC Final match between South Australia and Victoria at Adelaide Oval, on March 01, 2025, in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images)

AFL open to ‘extremely difficult’ Adelaide Oval cricket switch

South Australia looks set to host the Sheffield Shield final, and the AFL is open to Adelaide Oval hosting the decider despite potential clashes with AFL matches and an ‘extremely difficult’ turnaround.

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Norwood's Tasmanian midfielder Connor Ling evades Devils onballer Michael Stingel in their clash at the Twin Ovals. Picture Solstice Digital

Luring locals home could be tough for Tassie’s VFL launch

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 03: AFL CEO Andrew Dillon speaks during the 2025 AFL Opening Round Launch at Sydney Opera House on March 03, 2025 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

Factor which will keep AFL coming back to Opening Round

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FOR COURIER MAIL 2025 AFL GUIDE. **EMBARGOED** Brisbane Lions Kai Lohmann and Charlie Cameron, Springfield. Picture: Liam Kidston

Batman and Robin: Gabba’s great entertainer unearths an apprentice

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GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 25: Lawson Humphries of the Cats kicks during the 2025 AAMI AFL Community Series match between Geelong Cats and Essendon Bombers at GMHBA Stadium on February 25, 2025 in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

‘Train well, get fitter’: Humphries’ plans to build on breakout year

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 02: Luke Jackson of the Dockers looks on following the 2025 AAMI AFL Community Series match between the Fremantle Dockers and Melbourne Demons at Rushton Park on March 02, 2025 in Mandurah, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 26: Harry Perryman of the Magpies celebrates with Tim Membrey, Dan Houston and Scott Pendlebury of the Magpies after kicking a goal during the 2025 AAMI AFL Community Series match between Richmond Tigers and Collingwood Magpies at Ikon Park on February 26, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

Pre-season intel: Stat leaders, round 1 bolters, new roles

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Tasmania Devils captain Sarah Skinner in full flight against Norwood at the Twin Ovals. Picture Solstice Digital

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Ben Rongdit training with the Cats. Picture: Alison Wynd

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 21: Cam Rayner of the Lions celebrates kicking a goal during the AFL Preliminary Final match between Geelong Cats and Brisbane Lions at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on September 21, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

Round 3? The AFL’s options as Cyclone threatens season opener

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Pretty cool, Luca: Airport West sharpshooter joins VFL Dogs

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 02: Clayton Oliver of the Demons kicks the ball into the forward 50 during the 2025 AAMI AFL Community Series match between Fremantle Dockers and Melbourne Demons at Rushton Park on March 02, 2025 in Mandurah, Australia. (Photo by James Worsfold/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

Every AAMI Community Series SuperCoach score

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Tasmanian Football Hall of Fame Icons Ian Stewart and Peter Hudson. Picture AFL Tasmania

Stewart: ‘I was a bit lazy’ reclaiming my Brownlow Medals

Triple Brownlow medal winner Ian Stewart has opened up on how his prized possessions ended up for sale in England after originally loaning them to a clothing story. See what he said.

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The victorious Tasmanian team celebrate their win. Picture: Solstice Digital

Teenager stars in Tassie’s drought breaking win

A teenage sensation kicked Tasmania to a sensational win over SANFL club Norwood, including the match-winner in a thrilling contest. What she said.

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Tasmania's Riley Ashlin tries to corral his Norwood opponent. Picture: Solstice Digital

Devils debutants ‘schooled’ by SANFL powerhouse Norwood

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Carlton's Patrick Cripps leads out his side during the AFL Community Series pre-season match between the GWS Giants and Carlton Blues at Manuka Oval, Canberra on February 28, 2025. Photo by Phil Hillyard (Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - **NO ON SALES** - Â©Phil Hillyard )

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Isaac Quaynor appears in the new campaign for Superdry in March 2025. Picture: Simon Eeles/Superdry/Supplied

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 02: Christian Petracca of the Demons clears the ball from the centre during the 2025 AAMI AFL Community Series match between Fremantle Dockers and Melbourne Demons at Rushton Park on March 02, 2025 in Mandurah, Australia. (Photo by James Worsfold/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

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