Hird ‘upset’ at leak over Dons meeting as setup theory floated
James Hird has explained the circumstances around a potential meeting with Essendon, revealing his disappointment that it took one hour for the news to leak.
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Rival whacks Roos for ‘savage’ Clarkson comments as fresh details aired
Fresh details have been revealed with “confusing and bewildering player exit meetings” allegedly a point of frustration.
Coach ‘concerned’ superstar will snub Dogs as trade race heats up
Luke Beveridge has acknowledged the fierce battle to lure Zak Butters to Whitten Oval, with rivals Geelong emerging as a strong contender.
Hird wants fixture shakeup to stop AFL from being ‘left behind’
As the AFL proposes a new model for 2028, James Hird believes the league has outgrown its roots and must evolve to survive against rival codes.
'Make it easy': AFL told to act on murky gambling issue
Kane Cornes has been forced to step down from an AFL award-voting role. Eddie McGuire believes it needs to be more widespread.
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'Embarrassing': Lloyd, Bartel ravage AFL 'bush league'
Matthew Lloyd and Jimmy Bartel have blasted the league in the wake of the Zak Butters, Lance Collard and ARC dramas.
Hird rips 'confusion' as 'lack of clarity' aired in player meeting
The robust discussion between the group happened after coach Brad Scott addressed the players with only the 23 that played allowed in the room.
Dons 'disconnect' exposed by captain's honesty session
The Bombers were comprehensively beaten by Port Adelaide so the club's new captain took it upon himself to stamp his authority on the team.
'Filthy rat': Gorringe unloads after Docherty saga
Dan Gorringe has unloaded on several prominent AFL figures after he was criticised for airing Sam Docherty's expletive-filled rant without his consent.
AFL ripped for 'doing absolutely nothing' about Smith scandal
The AFL has been called out for "doing absolutely nothing" and "just walking past" Geelong star Bailey Smith's outburst at a female photographer.