Damian Barrett and Michael Whiting bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. How does the coaching landscape look leading into 2025? A former coach is looming as the front-runner for the Tasmania Devils job when they enter the competition in 2028.  A star of the Cats has been sidelined, as well as the #1 pick from 2024 at the Tigers while the younger brother of Will Ashcroft, Levi is making his case for an Opening Round debut in the reigning premiers midfield.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily
An announcement of the Hawthorn review is imminent (0:17); Alastair Clarkson and Chris Fagan eye a return to work (3:54); Ross Lyon gets more likely “day by day” to coach St Kilda (6:20); The legacy of being a premiership captain (11:24)
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The AFL commission discuss the Hawks, and what makes a great captain?

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Demons have had an off-season of "healing" according to their coach Simon Goodwin. Honest and open conversations with Christian Petracca and Clayton Oliver, a return to the club for former skipper Nathan Jones has Melbourne poised to climb back up the ladder after a disappointing 14th place finish.  Callan Ward will have unique living arrangements in 2025 in his quest to become a premiership player in his 18th season. We also take a look at the veterans that are set to continue their excellent high-standard this year.   Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An off-season of healing at Melbourne, vintage veterans ready to ignite

Tassie Devils: The Buck stops with Nathan, 2 Ashcrofts are better than 1

Damian Barrett and Nat Edwards bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. 2025 is the year of no excuses for North Melbourne after only 15 wins in the past 5 seasons. They've bought in experience during the trade period and made bold plays on draft night.  Cal Twomey joins us to discuss Tom De Koning's contract status at the Blues as well as the offer in front of North midfielder Luke Davies Uniacke.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No excuses for North in 2025, BOLD contract offers for TDK & LDU

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Which of the players that moved clubs during the trade period are set to make the biggest impact on their new clubs in 2025?  The Tigers head into the year having lost over 1,000 games of experience due to retirements, and trades out of the club. Adem Yze has unveiled his theme for the season, will the top draft picks the club recruited be able to lift Richmond off the bottom of the table?  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boom recruits in 25, Freo "smack-bang" in premiership contention

Join Damian Barrett, Nat Edwards, Sarah Olle and Josh Gabelich for the 2024 Year in Review on AFL Daily.  For the final time in 2024, Melbourne were the biggest headline grabbers of the year with rolling saga's on Joel Smith's drug ban, Clayton Oliver's formline and Christian Petracca's injury, then request for a trade before ultimately staying at the club. Collingwood let Graham Wright go on a 6-month sabbatical and then lost him to the Blues, how will the footy landscape look when Tassie come into the competition? Subscribe to AFL Daily wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024 in review: Brand Petracca dominates Melbourne headlines, Pies make the wrong call on Wright

Join Damian Barrett, Nat Edwards, Sarah Olle and Josh Gabelich for the 2024 Year in Review on AFL Daily.  Catch up on part two from the off-field stories that made headlines from 2024. Dan Houston the biggest name to move during the trade period, long-term contracts are all the rage, the retirements by legends of the game and overhauling the Match Review Panel.  Subscribe to AFL Daily wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024 in review: Pies trade winners, overhaul the MRO, Dusty says farewell

Join Damian Barrett, Nat Edwards, Sarah Olle and Josh Gabelich for the 2024 Year in Review on AFL Daily.  Catch up on the off-field stories that made headlines from 2024. Tarryn Thomas was let go by North Melbourne on the eve of the season, will he find a way back into the AFL?  GWS ended the year on a sour note with a poorly tasted dress up themed Wacky Wednesday event. Sam Draper and Tom Green made comments on their respective podcasts that raised eyebrows at HQ.  Subscribe to AFL Daily wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024 in review: Tarryn Thomas sacked, GWS sanctioned, players censored on podcasts

Join Damian Barrett, Nat Edwards, Sarah Olle and Josh Gabelich for the 2024 Year in Review on AFL Daily.  Catch up on the on-field lows from 2024 that saw Adam Simpson lose his spot as coach of the Eagles through the midway point of the season, for almost the perfect home and away season, the Swans have nothing to show for it after being embarrassed at the MCG on Grand Final day, Port Adelaide fans didn't cover themselves in glory when they boo'd Ken Hinkley off the ground after losing to the Lions at the Adelaide Oval.  Subscribe to AFL Daily wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024 in review: Sydney's humiliating GF defeat, Simmo's sacking, Power fans lose patience with Ken

Join Damian Barrett, Nat Edwards, Sarah Olle and Josh Gabelich for the 2024 Year in Review on AFL Daily.  Catch up on the highs from 2024 on the field which includes how Brisbane orchestrated the most unlikeliest of premierships, Patrick Cripps' 45-vote Brownlow medal winning season. Dustin Martin reaches 300 games as Collingwood's Scott Pendlebury celebrates 400 matches. Subscribe to AFL Daily wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024 in review: Fages resurrects the Lions, Crippa's Brownlow, defining Hokball

Join Sarah Black, Lucy Watkin and Gemma Bastiani ahead of the 2024 AFLW Preliminary Finals. Heading into the penultimate round of football, the team discuss how Adelaide were too good for Fremantle, while the other semi was “the best showcase of AFLW football” we’ve seen. All that, plus a preview for the coming Preliminary finals. Subscribe to Credit to the Girls wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

And then there were 4: Can the Power shut out the Roos? Crows & Lions face off in a Prelim not to be missed!

The opening night of the AFL draft has concluded with Sam Lalor earning the historic title of the #1 pick, swept up by the Tigers and immediately drawing comparisons to Richmond legend Dustin Martin.  Finn O'Sullivan found a home at the Kangaroos while the Blues stunned Jagga Smith by selecting him with pick 3. Hear from the top 5 draftees in this morning's edition of AFL Daily.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Lalor = Dusty 2.0, Carlton have the moves like Jagga, Roos in like Finn

Cal Twomey and Riley Beveridge have the latest when it comes to the AFL draft. Cal has released his final edition of his 2024 Phantom Draft guide. Hear how he thinks the opening round will play out tonight, as well as answering the last minute questions around certain clubs, and players.  Lastly, the much-anticipated AFL draft song has been released for 2024, there's a theme relevant to this years AFL Grand Final.  To catch the full edition of Gettable Draft Countdown, click here and hear from AFL coaches, player managers and the draftees themselves ahead of tongiht. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What will Richmond do tonight with their bounty of first round picks? 

Nathan Schmook and Michael Whiting bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The reigning premiers head into 2025 with all the confidence in the world, Chris Fagan has broken down barriers the game has never seen in the coaches box, his biggest focus will be replacing Joe Daniher in the forward line. The club will welcome in Levi Ashcroft and Sam Marshall through the draft, as well as the returning injured players from ACL's in 2024. Two decades on from the dynasty under Lethal, the Lions are a force to be reckoned with once more.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can the Lions remain hungry and get stronger in 2025? 

Nathan Schmook and Michael Whiting bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Sydney failed the test again on Grand Final day and were left to walk off the MCG empty handed and embarrassed.  What's in store for John Longmire and his troops this pre-season as they endeavour to reach the final Saturday in September again.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sydney's '24 campaign scarred by that One day in September

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Geelong were 25 points up in a prelim final on the cusp of another Grand Final berth before the wheels fell off their season, there's no reason to suggest they can't get back there again in 2025 considering the additions of Bailey Smith and Jack Martin. A fully-fit Max Holmes paired in the midfield with freshly contracted skipper Paddy Dangerfield and potentially a healthy Toby Conway in the ruck gives the Cats the avenue to compete again deep into September.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why Damo is drinking the kool-aid on the Cats again in 2025

Nathan Schmook and Michael Whiting bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Ken Hinkley continues to fightback against his detractors and the criticism that comes his way when the spotlight is on his coaching tenure. The Power fell again at the Preliminary Final hurdle, and may have come out of the trade period as the biggest losers with Dan Houston finding a new home at Collingwood.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kenny packs a POWERful punch dreaming of a Grand Final berth in 2025

Nathan Schmook and Michael Whiting bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The gloss came flying off the Giants season with their Wacky Wednesday antics that has seen a number of players suspended and fined.  The pre-season has the whole club in the spotlight and earning back the respect of the competition, starting with club captain and captain of the 2023 All-Australian side, Toby Greene.  Jake Stringer joins the club and will partner Jesse Hogan in the forward line making them a dangerous duo inside 50 in 2025.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GWS: Earning respect of the competition high on the priority list 

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Hawks bolted up the ladder from 0-5 to a semi-final spot in 2024. The impatient Hawks are keen to go even further in 2025 and with the addition of Tom Barrass and Josh Battle there's no reason why they can't.  Sam Mitchell has this side humming, they want for very little now and will still be adding key position forward Mitch Lewis back into the mix in the back half of 2025.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The "impatient" Hawks are keen for Grand Final success "tomorrow" 

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Can the Dogs 3-pronged attack become an impossible force to stop in 2025, that will be the hope of the coach Luke Beveridge who's out of contract at season's end.  Tim English needs to repay the faith after signing on for the next 5 years. And, the masterstroke move out of necessity with Rory Lobb in the backline will continue in the new year.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jamarra, Aaron Naughton & Sam Darcy, the Bulldogs must make it work in 2025

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. 2024 didn't mirror the 2023 season for the Blues, what will 2025 have in store?  There is too heavy a reliance on Patrick Cripps, the rest of the midfield brigade need to step up if they want to get back to reaching deep into September.  The focus on the fitness department after derailed pre-seasons in the past will be a focus, if more soft-tissue injuries emerge from Royal Parade this summer, expect the headlines to be coming thick and fast.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carlton can't afford to have another "Cripps or bust" type season

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Magpies are "all-in" on 2025 acquiring Dan Houston and Harry Perryman through the draft, plus the addition of Tim Membrey as a delisted free agent. The narrative externally is all about the over 30's but internally they're still confident of having major impact.  A healthy Dan McStay and Brody Mihocek in the forward line along with a fully fit Jordan De Goey is a scary prospect for opponents.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is there a "Last Dance" feel about Collingwood in 2025? 

Nathan Schmook and Michael Whiting bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Dockers fell off a cliff in the final month of the 2024 season. The acquisition of Shai Bolton and a fully fit Sean Darcy could see them propel into the top 8 in 2025. Should they get off to a slow start however, the pressure will mount on Justin Longmuir who is out of contract at seasons end. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh Treacy & Jye Amiss are “the most exciting thing about Fremantle”

Damian Barrett and Nat Edwards bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Bombers have had another season that has seen them miss the finals altogether and still be without a finals victory for over 20 years.  According to Damo, it's going to be more of the same in 2025 with a handful of players in the spotlight that need to have a big summer if they want their careers to progress beyond next year.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Essendon: A plan, a promise, another reset and yet the expectation continues to mount 

Damian Barrett and Nat Edwards bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Saints fell toward the bottom of the table in Ross Lyon's second season after reaching the finals in 2023. Will there be a climb back up the ladder in 2025?  Jackson Macrae has joined the club but it's not going to help them kick winning scores, or is it?  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

St Kilda: Is there going to be a spike in performance in 2025?

Nathan Schmook and Michael Whiting bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Despite the best win-loss ratio in the clubs history it was another year for the Gold Coast SUNS that has seen them miss September action.  With 12 list changes since their final home and away game, this pre-season is the one that can see the SUNS finally take the leap to reach the finals in 2025.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gold Coast: Dimma's got a list that should be competing for finals 

Damian Barrett and Nat Edwards bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Melbourne have experienced back to back off-seasons fuelled with dramas. The hope this 2025 pre-season will be to get away from the headlines and stabilise a team that's been shaky since winning the premiership in 2021.  Pressure on Christian Petracca and Clayton Oliver to put nightmare seasons behind them and look ahead to 2025 with the commitment to get back to their best.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Too many "IF's" at Melbourne to be confident in a rise back up the ladder

Michael Whiting and Nathan Schmook bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. There may not be a coach under more pressure than Matthew Nicks if the Crows start 2025 in the same fashion as 2024.  They are aiming to reach September for the first time since the 2017 Grand Final, they have a formidable duo in the forward line who can carry them that far should everything go right.  A readymade player is on its way with pick 4, plus the acquisitions during the trade period were seen as "industrious" selections for a team looking to climb out of mediocrity.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adelaide's tantalising combination but the pressure is on to get it right this summer

Michael Whiting and Nathan Schmook bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Eagles have had 3 years of misery down the bottom of the ladder. Life under Andrew McQualter begins this pre-season, what nuggets of gold can "Mini" produce at the Eagles this summer?  The spotlight will remain on Harley Reid, can he go to another level in his second season? While the pressure mounts on the senior players of the Eagles line up, plus we pinpoint the readymade replacement for Tom Barrass in the backline.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

West Coast are “turning over a new leaf” under Andrew McQualter

Michael Whiting and Damian Barrett bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. North Melbourne is under review as we lead into the 2025 pre-season. Cam Zurhaar committed long-term to the Roos, it's on him to lead the way for the next generation of stars coming through. The acquisitions of Jack Darling, Luke Parker and Caleb Daniel will bolster the experience of the Roos. Al Clarkson heads into 2025 under as much pressure as any other senior coach having netted just 6 wins across the past 2 seasons at Arden St.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

North Melbourne: No collection of players has a bigger few months ahead of them

Damian Barrett and Nat Edwards bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Tigers have made wholesale change already this off-season, they head to the draft with a bounty of picks not seen since Gold Coast and GWS entered the competition.  Which senior players within the club need to step up to another level this pre-season to ensure that 2025 doesn't replicate the woes of 2024?  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pressure on Richmond "to nail" their picks at the National Draft, Hok-ball caught up in a merchandise furore

Michael Whiting and Nathan Schmook bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. With the acquisitions of Daniel Rioli, John Noble and Elliot Himmelberg in the trade period, plus the drafting of Leo Lombard coming up, is 2025 the year the Gold Coast SUNS finally breakthrough to reach September?  There's a host of Delisted Free Agents that are circling and waiting for another AFL lifeline, we unpack the players that are in contention.  North Melbourne selling a home game to WA, is it a shrewd piece of business or fraught with danger?   Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is the SUN rising on Gold Coast in 2025? Delisted players hoping for an AFL reprieve

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Darcy Fogarty is the latest player to commit long-term to his club, taking a total of 62 players to have signed up to 2029 and beyond, but what's the real reasoning behind the length of deals? Brendan Gale has a list of priorities now that he is officially the CEO of Tasmania, what is the order of play for the new Tassie boss? The Indigenous All-Star game returns in February next year showcasing the indigenous talent in the game.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Long-term contracts: Clubs want control, the priorities for Brendan Gale as Tassie CEO

Damian Barrett and Nathan Schmook bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Clayton Oliver is saying all the right things as he aims to get back to his best in 2025, but he needs to put those words into action from here on in.  The AFLPA missed the mark when it came to its statement on the back of the sanctions handed to GWS players late last week. Port Adelaide handed Collingwood a 2x All-Australian in Dan Houston without putting up a proper fight to keep a player they had in contract which has left Damo bemused.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oliver saying all the right things, time to walk the walk not just talk the talk

Michael Whiting and Damian Barrett bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. There's an expectation that the top-tier draftees could follow the likes of Harry Sheezel, Will Ashcroft and Nick Daicos to come in and have immediate impact. Finn O'Sullivan is in that camp when it comes to the Blues who have acquired Pick 3 from the Eagles. Collingwood has brought in Tim Membrey to help bolster their forward line stocks but it also means they've added a 10th player to the list of over 30's. Luke Beveridge loves a theme and his most recent speech at the best and fairest was another one to add to the list he has presented at club functions.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carlton going high in the draft, Bevo's bemusing ramblings, Collingwood get older again

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The AFL has handed down its suspensions and verdicts to the Giants after their Wacky Wednesday antics.  The AFL trade period has concluded for another year, it's a big watch on Fremantle and Adelaide who head into 2025 with the pressure of the footy world mounting on them. The Dogs bid farewell to three Premiership stars as North Melbourne added much needed seniority.  Hawthorn may head into 2025 with the strongest back 6 in the competition, the impatient Hawks are desperate for success in the new year.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GWS penalised for Wacky Wednesday antics, impatient Hawks have the strongest back 6, Bolton the difference maker

Michael Whiting and Nathan Schmook bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. It was a frantic final half hour of the 2024 AFL Trade Period where 9 players found their way to new homes, we also take a look at the players that will remain in their club colours. Richmond has finished with one of the biggest draft hands in recent years plus we look at the winners and losers from the trade period.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Frantic final day of the AFL Trade Period + the winners & losers

Damian Barrett and Nathan Schmook bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Eagles have an eye on 2025 with Chad Warner coming out of contract and they see an opportunity to lure the Swans star back home, building their bank by parting ways with pick 3 yesterday. Collingwood have said goodbye to Brendon Bolton who's headed to St Kilda, but welcome Dan Houston on-field as part of a mega five-player trade. Plus, we look at the deals that are expected to go through ahead of the 7:30pm deadline tonight.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eagles play the long-game parting ways with pick 3, deadline day is here

Michael Whiting and Damian Barrett bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Blues have re-signed Jacob Weitering for a further 6 seasons which will have him remain at the Blues until the end of 2031. The next key signing they must make is that of Tom De Koning.  Melbourne's review is almost upon completion, what sort of changes can we expect from the Demons?  The AFL needs to overhaul the draft system, we can't continue to have over 25 selections in the opening round of the draft.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carlton the long-term contract kings, Melbourne review almost completed

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Geelong isn't budging with the Dogs on what they want to offer to acquire Bailey Smith meaning he's likely to walk into the national draft.  Jake Stringer is likely to end up at the Giants and don't completely rule out Carlton from chasing Dan Houston.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Geelong prepared to let Smith walk to the draft, Package delivered to the Giants

Damian Barrett and Nat Edwards bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Clayton Oliver is prepared to take a pay-cut to get to Geelong this trade period. The Magpies will throw everything at 2025 in a bid to win a second premiership in three seasons.  Noah Balta has shown his commitment to Richmond signing on until the end of 2032 while the Hawks are heading back to the Federal Court after another motion was filed against the club having a "racist culture". Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Collingwood in a "state of unrest" - Balta's show of faith with Richmond

Michael Whiting and Nathan Schmook bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. There's a fine-line that clubs walk between trading for the upcoming season and being successful in the short-term vs. Planning for the bigger picture and the longer-term success How will the Brisbane Lions look to replace Joe Daniher now that he's announced his retirement?  Why aren't more clubs interested in Jake Stringer?  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trading for the now vs. Planning for the future, not many suitors for Stringer

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. John Worsfold has returned to the Eagles linking up with Don Pyke in a mentoring role with Andrew McQualter as the Head of Football.  The acquisition of Jack Graham is the first on-field piece of the puzzle for the 2025 Eagles. They'll be looking to continue making changes this trade period.  Geelong have got out of contract stars that they're comfortable will be putting pen to paper before next year and what's the lay of the land with Jake Stringer.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eagles band is back together as Woosha swoops home to heal the broken Eagles

Damian Barrett and Nathan Schmook bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Justin Longmuir and Matthew Nicks enter the final year of their contract under pressure. Both coaches head into their sixth seasons in charge of their respective clubs going "all-in" this trade period in pursuit of success in 2025.  Andrew Mackie voices his disapproval at the compensation provided to St Kilda for losing Josh Battle. A sentiment held by many in the football fraternity.  Melbourne moved to shut down any potential movement of its star Clayton Oliver, but it's not the spin that Damo is buying at this early point of the trade period.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicks & Longmuir are "all-in" on 2025, is there still a twist in the Oliver story?

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Max King has extended his time at the Saints until the end of 2032. We take a look at the pro's and con's of the lengthy contract. Today is the first day of the 2024 AFL trade period, will any moves be completed or more posturing and discussions?  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the Silly Season: The opening of the Trade Period, a deal fit for a King

Damian Barrett and Nat Edwards bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Joe Daniher bows out a premiership hero for the Lions, the club will be strong in finding a readymade replacement this trade period. Ken Hinkley is standing defiant with his energy levels as high as ever to coach Port Adelaide in 2025. Tom Harley is standing by John Longmire after the Grand Final embarrassment last Saturday. Dave Barham has fired his own shot across the bows at the Bombers playing group at the Best and Fairest last night.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Not your average Joe, Daniher goes out on top. Defiant Ken is reinvigorated, Barham's BnF warning to Bombers

Michael Whiting and Nathan Schmook bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. On the eve of the Free Agency and Trade period commencing our non-Victorians take a whip around the sides that are already creating headlines on Trade Radio and in the papers with plenty of player movement. North Melbourne has secured Luke Parker's services after 12 years with the Swans. Bailey Smith wants to head down the highway and 2 premiership Tigers want to change the yellow and black to the yellow and blue in the West.  Chris Fagan is the story of the season and the story of the Lions premiership success, he headlines Fish's season recap on Brisbane.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parker's first piece of the Roos redemption puzzle, intriguing watch on Chad Warner, Fagan's premiership story

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Richmond President John O'Rourke used his speech at last night's best and fairest to preach loyalty &amp; camaraderie, with a drive-by to players from Tigerland who have requested a trade out. Whilst Andrew Bassat has used the Saints best and fairest to push the fairness barrow around Father-Son selections and Academies.  Clayton Oliver has met with the Cats, would he fit into their midfield to help them go one step further in 2025?  Sydney need to have a forensic look into its failings on Grand Final day and be even more intense in its scrutiny than at the conclusion of 2022.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Presidents at the podium, Clarry's cat clause, Swans forensic investigations

Damian Barrett and Nathan Schmook bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Could the Cats end up with both Clayton Oliver and Bailey Smith? If they do it may be seen as the club taking a high risk approach, but the reward and pay off could be the ultimate.  Andrew McQualter has been unveiled as the next coach of the Eagles, Schmooky outlines the 5-point plan that needs "Mini's" immediate attention. Sydney were "belted and humiliated" on Saturday afternoon, we review their season in 2024.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A case of high-risk, high-reward if Geelong can pull off the Smith-Oliver double

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Brisbane are the Premiers in 2024, responding to the heartache of losing in 2023 in the best possible fashion.  The legacy of Chris Fagan, Will Ashcroft obliterates expectations on himself, Lachie Neale's standing in the game grows and have we seen Joe Daniher for the last time?  All the attention now turns to the trade period, Dan Houston has found another big Victorian club are interested in his services over the weekend. The eyes of the footy world are watching how the Western Bulldogs handle this trade period.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lion Kings: Fagan takes Brisbane to the promised land

Nat Edwards, Sarah Olle, Michael Whiting and Nathan Schmook bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. LIVE from the AFL Footy Festival in Yarra Park our team discuss the selection news that will see Sydney captain Callum Mills and Brisbane ruckman Oscar McInerney miss the Grand Final on Saturday. What will a premiership victory do to the legacy of John Longmire, or will Chris Fagan become the first AFL coach to win a flag having never played at the elite level.  Reminiscing on our favourite Grand Final moments while putting our necks on the line in giving a tip for this Saturday's epic match up.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Longmire's lasting legacy as the Swans take a "no risk" approach, Lions dancing on thin ice

Michael Whiting and Nathan Schmook bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. We go inside the camp of both the Lions and Swans to unpack the storylines that will shape this years Grand Final, there's heartache from previous losses across both sides and opportunities that will allow these 46 players to step up on the biggest stage to seize their moments.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The storylines that will shape Saturday's Grand Final

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Today is the day for the Swans to put Callum Mills through his final fitness test to see if he'll be available for selection in Saturday's Grand Final.  Chris Fagan has been rewarded with Coach of the Year honours in 2024 after a stellar turnaround from 4-6-1 to a spot in the big one this weekend.  Dan Houston confirmed he'd stay at Port Adelaide on August 30 only to request a trade home to Victoria yesterday afternoon.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

D-Day for Sydney & Mills, Fagan coach of the year, Houston backflips back to Victoria

AFL Daily's weekly offering of the AFL Daily Round-Table featuring Damian Barrett, Sarah Olle and Nat Edwards Every Tuesday afternoon for your commute home, hear the team unpack the biggest talking points in the world of footy.   Sarah’s Friday night at the SCG watching her Swannies in the preliminary final Damo’s attendance at the Brownlow didn’t go unnoticed All the plaudits deserved by Carlton’s Patrick Cripps Is 45 votes an anomaly or is this the norm of the Brownlow going forward? The full blown Grand Final preview What is going on at Channel 9 vs. Channel 7 in the changing AFL media landscape Sarah’s go-with-your-gut for the final time What we’re looking forward to this Grand Final weekend  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ROUND-TABLE: Brownlow a midfielders medal, GF preview complete with scar tissue, Ch 9 vs. Ch 7

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Carlton captain Paddy Cripps has created incredible history last night winning the Brownlow Medal with 45 votes, 7 ahead of second placed Nick Daicos who also went past the records set by Ollie Wines and Dustin Martin. Of the Swans and the Lions heading into Saturday, which scar-tissue will sit most prominently in the back of their minds? Geelong's season in review sees Max Holmes voted the MVP by Damo.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Captain Cripps sends Brownlow records tumbling

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Sydney have been the front-runners all season long, they'll face off against the Brisbane Lions who have defied the odds, and history to reach this years Grand Final. How do you assess the seasons of Geelong and Port Adelaide who have fallen at the final hurdle? Tonight is the AFL's night of nights, who is going to take home the Brownlow?  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Then there were two - A truly national Grand Final awaits, who takes home the Brownlow tonight?

Damian Barrett and Nat Edwards bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Preliminary Final teams are in, for the second straight season Taylor Adams has been the unlucky player to have to make way in the final 22. This time at Sydney with Robbie Fox earning a recall to replace injured skipper Callum Mills.  Chris Fagan is backing in Cam Rayner to respond, while over at the Cattery, veteran Zach Tuohy has been left out for Tom Stewart's return.  Christian Petracca will miss the Melbourne best and fairest, heading to a training camp in Arizona in a bid to be right for Round 1 of 2025. And Nat is part of a very special and important cause at RSEA Park on Saturday.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adams the unlucky Swan to miss out, Brand Petracca goes worldwide

Michael Whiting and Nathan Schmook bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Brisbane's second-stringers were the ones who drove the Lions back into the contest in the semi-final against the Giants, and are in the box seat to nullify the influence of the powerful Cats on Saturday at the MCG. Schmooky pulls apart both Preliminary Finals with the KPI's that the 4 clubs are keen to hit if they want to advance to the Grand Final. Jack Darling is heading to Arden St on a multi-year deal while the Eagles are flying over their senior coaching options with the aim of moving the process along in its final stages.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brisbane's B-Grade Brigade driving them to success, a blue & white Darling

Damian Barrett and Michael Whiting bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Geelong play a high-risk high-reward game with the competition, and have done so every year since 2011 under Chris Scott. They are chips-in but also balanced in their view to have an eye of the future. GWS will be active in the trade period with Isaac Cumming requesting a trade as well as Harry Perryman and Nick Haynes being on the outer. Can they recover from their disastrous finals exit? The AFL have fined Ken Hinkley $20,000 - But that means they can't use Port Adelaide v Hawthorn in 2025 in a marquee match slot to promote the rivalry between the two.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Geelong's high-risk high reward mentality, has the AFL gone overboard in punishing Ken?

AFL Daily's weekly offering of the AFL Daily Round-Table featuring Damian Barrett, Sarah Olle and Nat Edwards Every Tuesday afternoon for your commute home, hear the team unpack the biggest talking points in the world of footy.   Nat's sadness at the Hawks bowing out on Friday night Taking a look at the 2 Preliminary Finals this weekend Damo was part of the 2024 Trade Radio Launch Who will win the Brownlow?  Sarah's go-with-your-gut PF edition The campaign to make Nat the Voice of the G on Grand Final Day continues What we're looking forward to this weekend  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ROUND-TABLE: Previewing the Prelims, who wins the Brownlow and launch of trade radio

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Chris Fagan has turned his finals record around since finishing the 2021 finals series with a 1-5 scoreline, now sitting at 7-7 and has the Lions in a spot where they're giving themselves a chance. John Longmire has to find a replacement for his skipper Callum Mills, he won't be swayed by sentiment or emotion given the personal lived experience he had in 1998 and 1999. Hawthorn's season is in review with a star midfielder having a standout season.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fagan's finals record turnaround, Horse's tough or not-so-tough finals call

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. An enthralling semi-final weekend has ended in disaster for the Giants on Saturday night at the hands of the Brisbane Lions after leading by 44 points during the third quarter. Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley has copped a $20,000 fine for his post-game verbals directed at Jack Ginnivan and James Sicily. Dustin Martin will come out of retirement in 2025 to team up with his Premiership winning coach at the Gold Coast SUNS.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One GIANT mess, Hinkley fined 20k, Dustin Martin bound for Suns

Damian Barrett and Nat Edwards bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Port Adelaide play host to Hawthorn tonight for a spot in the Preliminary Final as the Lions prepare to face off against the Giants tomorrow night to book a spot in the final four teams. Will the Hawks target Zak Butters tonight from the first bounce, should Jason Horne-Francis start on the ground and Adam Kingsley has put the heat on his skipper to lift. Plus, Carlton's season is in review.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken defends "courageous Butters", heat applied to Toby Greene, Captain Cripps the Carlton MVP

Michael Whiting and Nathan Schmook bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Port Adelaide must go all-in from the first centre bounce with their dominant midfield trio to set the tone early against the Hawks. All quiet on the Eagles coaching front but the club remains confident they'll have their senior coach in place by the end of September. GWS deserve plaudits, the AFL's youngest club has reached September 7 times since 2016, only the Cats have played off in more finals series in that time.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chips in on the Power midfield & sustained success at the Giants

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Another star midfielder has requested a trade out of the Western Bulldogs.  No club has stayed the course longer with its coach than Port Adelaide with Ken Hinkley, if the lose on Friday night is it the end of the line?  Jason McCartney apologises for his on-field run-in with Sydney's Tom Papley.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Macrae follows Smith out the doggy door, premierships over loyalty, McCartney paying a sorry price

AFL Daily's weekly offering of the AFL Daily Round-Table featuring Damian Barrett, Sarah Olle and Nat Edwards Every Tuesday afternoon for your commute home, hear the team unpack the biggest talking points in the world of footy.   A look ahead to the semi-finals this weekend Management &amp; communication of Chloe Molloy's ACL injury The pressure index heating up on Vossy &amp; Bevo in 2025 Sarah's go-with-your-gut The campaign to make Nat the Voice of the G on Grand Final Day What we're looking forward to this weekend  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ROUND-TABLE: Semi-final preview, footy lies & blatant lies, the coaches pressure index

Damian Barrett and Nathan Schmook bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The previous 11 times a team has lost a Qualifying Final by 50+ points they have gone onto win the semi-final, that's what is in front of Port Adelaide this Friday night against Hawthorn.  Bailey Smith wants out at the Western Bulldogs, an "extraordinary situation" for someone of that calibre wanting out of the club.  Melbourne are going to hold an external review, while Hawthorn rush to rule out Will Day again to eliminate any additional distractions.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A glimmer of hope Port can cling onto, Big time Dog wants out of the kennel

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Isaac Heeney put together a finals masterclass to help the Swans climb off the canvas to produce a famous finals victory.  The Hawks were inspired in front of nearly 98,000 fans at the MCG on Friday night, the win soured by the loss of a key defender leading into Friday night against the Power. Question marks over the Blues and the Bulldogs as their seasons come to a close in dramatic fashion.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heeney: A performance for the ages, Hok-ball no Dear in the headlights, Presidency change at Melbourne

Damian Barrett and Nat Edwards bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Port Adelaide smashed by the Cats to the tune of 84 points last night at Adelaide Oval, Geelong makes a statement to the competition to launch September.  Taylor Adams is the unlucky Swan to make way for 4 big inclusions, Essendon's season is in review and no issues with Jack Ginnivan having a pub meal the night before the Hawks tackle the Dogs tonight at the MCG.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Power outage at the Adelaide Oval, history repeating for Taylor Adams, all talk no action at Essendon

Michael Whiting and Nathan Schmook bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. After waiting 11 days since the AFL's final home and away round we wake up the 2024 AFL Finals Series kickstarting tonight with the Power facing the Cats at the Adelaide Oval. Is Brisbane the forgotten team of September with all the focus on the Blues and the return of Sam Docherty? We put the Eagles season in review, Dimma is starting to mould his Gold Coast list and a Thursday tidbit.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finals footy is here: Horne-Francis v Dangerfield, don't forget the Lions and Hogan a Giant hero?

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. On the eve of the 2024 AFL Finals series beginning we take a look at the record of the coaches involved and which one of these 8 men will elevate themselves to new heights this September.  Brand Petracca has become a farcical mess over the last fortnight with no winners coming out of this saga as we put Melbourne's season in review. And, it's a milestone birthday the Bombers were hoping to avoid but it hasn't slipped past Nat Edwards.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

September coaching masterclass, no winners in the Petracca "farce",  an unwanted birthday for the Bombers

AFL Daily's weekly offering of the AFL Daily Round-Table featuring Damian Barrett, Sarah Olle and Nat Edwards Every Tuesday afternoon for your commute home, hear the team unpack the biggest talking points in the world of footy.   Previewing the 4 big finals this weekend The players to watch across the first round of the finals Sam Docherty is the fairytale story of September Christian Petraccca confirms his commitment to Melbourne Sarah's go-with-your-gut AFLW this weekend What we're looking forward to this weekend  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ROUND-TABLE: Previewing the 4 finals this weekend

Damian Barrett and Nathan Schmook bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Sam Docherty is looming as the first fairytale story of September, likely to make a return to the Carlton line up to tackle the Lions just over 6 months since he tore his ACL for a third time. Essendon remains staunch on a one year deal for Jake Stringer and isn't budging on that. Will Geelong pull the trigger on playing Cam Guthrie this finals series? North Melbourne's season is in review.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Docherty the fairytale story this September, Dons stand staunch on 'the package'

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Christian Petracca as confirmed his commitment to Melbourne for the next 5 years over the weekend, speaking "exclusively" to the Melbourne website for the first time throughout this saga.  The "no fuss" Hawks don't want any distractions leading into their Elimination Final against the Western Bulldogs on Friday night by ruling out star midfielder Will Day over the weekend.  Collingwood's season in 2024 is under the microscope with Nick Daicos one of the few shining lights for the reigning premiers in a year where they've missed September.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Embarrassing & humiliating" standoff between Petracca & Melbourne comes to an end

Damian Barrett and Nat Edwards bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Melbourne has been further plunged into a mess with President Kate Roffey going on SEN radio yesterday to discuss the latest around Christian Petracca revealing conversations that haven't happened and a process the club is following. We celebrate the 2024 All-Australian squad with Marcus Bontempelli named the captain, Max Gawn earning a seventh AA blazer as Ollie Dempsey claims this years Rising Star. St Kilda's season is in review and the AFLW season kicks off with a double header tonight starting in NSW as Sydney meet the Magpies.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barrett: "They need to grow up" - Kate Roffey, Simon Goodwin, Gary Pert, Christian Petracca

Michael Whiting and Nathan Schmook bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. A week out from the 2024 AFL finals series kicking off we take a look at the main men that will shape September for the final 8 contenders.  Tonight's the night the All-Australian team is announced, both Fish and Schmooky pick their locks in the side.  Gold Coast season is in review, another year considered a failure. Brent Daniels will call Blacktown home for a further 6 years while the Crows have re-signed a veteran key forward.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

September shapers from the final 8 contenders, Suns season fell through the floor

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Tom Barrass, Daniel Rioli and John Noble are the latest players to request a trade out of their current clubs whilst still being in contract. Brand Petracca continues to leave Damo thinking the star Demon is being selfish and immature. Another marathon night at the AFL tribunal see's both Matt Owies and Kozzie Pickett bans upheld and Richmond's season in review. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The irrelevance of a players contract, Brand Petracca is "selfish and immature"

AFL Daily's weekly offering of the AFL Daily Round-Table featuring Damian Barrett, Sarah Olle and Nat Edwards Every Tuesday afternoon for your commute home, hear the team unpack the biggest talking points in the world of footy.   Nat's off on the wrong foot by stealing Damo's weekend takeaway Sarah's anxiety through the roof securing finals tickets Michael Voss performs a citizens arrest Nat has been swept up in finals fever already Silence is deafening around Christian Petracca Unpacking the 44-man All-Australian squad Damo's finals MVP award will follow the same home &amp; away season algorithms What we're looking forward to this weekend  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ROUND-TABLE: Brand Petracca, Finals-Fever in NSW, Bevo's no liar

Damian Barrett and Nathan Schmook bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The noise around Christian Petracca wanting out of Melbourne has become "very real" according to Damo, the 2021 Norm Smith Medallist has been linked to Carlton and Collingwood in the past 24 hours. How would a trade be able to happen? 44-men have been selected in this years All-Australian squad, there's stories on every line but intrigue around the rucks the selectors will settle on.  Fremantle's fallen out of the top 4 in the last month and will miss September, we take a look at their season in review.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petracca's move out of Melbourne has become "very real"

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Carlton will play finals in 2024, despite losing in heartbreaking circumstances - Port Adelaide were able to overcome Freo in WA to knock the Dockers out of finals contention and leave eighth spot open for the Navy Blues Hawthorn has been the cinderella story of 2024, Sam Mitchell is the coach of the year according to Josh Gabelich as they prepare to face the Dogs in week 1 of the finals. Damo's Thinking Person MVP has gone down to the wire with the winner decided on the dramatic final day of the season. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A dramatic final day gives Carlton a spot in September

Damian Barrett and Nat Edwards bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The final day of the 2024 AFL home and away season is set to be a belter with three matches that will all determine outcomes inside the top 8. No overlapping which has Nat very excited. Strange selection news including the omission of Josh Rachele from the Adelaide Crows whilst the Swans have elected to manage only Tom McCartin. Jarrod Schofield has whet the coaching appetite but the Eagles will put the question to Dean Cox again according to Damo.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Set yourself for a SUPER SUNDAY to finish season 2024

Michael Whiting and Nathan Schmook bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Port Adelaide are heading to the AFL Appeals Board tonight in the hope of having Dan Houston's 5-match ban overturned. Fremantle have only reached September once in the last 9 seasons, Schmooky unpacks the reasonings behind the Dockers late season fadeouts. Is it as simple as being inaccurate in front of goal for the Lions, Fish takes a deep dive into the forward line of Brisbane.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFL Appeals Board face-off with the Power, Freo's finals fadeouts, wayward Lions

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Dan Houston will not be seen again in 2024 after the AFL tribunal handed him a 5-match suspension for his bump on Izak Rankine.  John Longmire won't be flirting with form &amp; resting players on the eve of the finals. Dylan Grimes says farewell to Richmond as Jack Viney commits to the Demons long-term.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Houston season over, Grimes bids farewell & to rest or not to rest before the finals?

AFL Daily's weekly offering of the AFL Daily Round-Table featuring Damian Barrett, Sarah Olle and Nat Edwards Every Tuesday afternoon for your commute home, hear the team unpack the biggest talking points in the world of footy.   How will the final home and away round play out this weekend? Should we have heard from Christian Petracca by now? Simon Goodwin goes into bat for the 2021 Norm Smith medallist while clipping Clarko on the way through How does Damo's algorithm for the Thinking Person's MVP work? Gabo's embarrassment at GWS training last week Nat's day with Arnie at the MCG Sarah's "Go with your Gut" is back What we're looking forward to this weekend  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ROUND-TABLE: Shape of the final 8, Goody defends Trac while swiping Clarko, Bevo's record-breaking weekend

Damian Barrett and Nathan Schmook bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. It's time the footy world hears from Christian Petracca after it was reported that he called a "players only meeting" yesterday at Melbourne headquarters. Collingwood will officially need to find a replacement for Graham Wright who tendered his resignation yesterday after his granted sabbatical away from the club during the home and away season. The circus of noise continues to tumble out of Tigerland with contracted star Shai Bolton the latest player reportedly requesting a trade out of the club.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who's the Wright replacement for Collingwood? Petracca's radio silence is deafening

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Patrick Cripps again put in a captains performance to push Carlton back into the top 8. Brisbane and Fremantle blow golden opportunities to cement their spots in September whilst Hawthorn are thanking the footy Gods on the back of Will Day's collarbone injury not being as severe as initially thought. Dan Houston will front the AFL tribunal tomorrow night for his bump on Izak Rankine that will impact the Powers own finals chances.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Captain Cripps carries Carlton back into the 8, Houston we have a problem, Lions miss a huge opportunity

Damian Barrett and Nat Edwards bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Kevin Sheedy has made the decision to step off the board ahead of the Bombers must win clash tonight at Marvel Stadium if they want to keep their faint finals hopes alive. How old is too old? Collingwood will go into 2025 with all their premiership heroes from 2023 recommitting to go around again next year. Alex Neal-Bullen will play for the Demons this weekend despite requesting a trade home to SA and Carlton could have up to 5 debutants take to the field on Sunday in the West. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sheedy steps down from Bombers board, the rising ages for the good old Collingwood

Michael Whiting and Nathan Schmook bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. We discuss whether the AFL is "mature enough" to accept players putting in trade requests before the end of the home and away season. Fremantle have a must-win game at Engie Stadium on Saturday with key players under injury clouds and the non-Victorian under-the-radar players who could poll votes when it comes to this years Rising Star. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are we "ready" for in-season trade requests? Freo's final quarter fadeouts, under-the-radar Rising Stars

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Melbourne's going to miss the finals for the first time since 2019 and once again heading into the off-season their culture is being looked at intrinsically. Carlton's injury toll has climbed to 17 with its two key forwards ruled out of this weekend against West Coast.  Patrick Dangerfield has the will to succeed and the unofficial push begins to have AFL appear in the 2032 Brisbane Games.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melbourne's "culture" questioned again, Dangerfield's will to win

AFL Daily's weekly offering of the AFL Daily Round-Table featuring Damian Barrett, Sarah Olle and Nat Edwards Every Tuesday afternoon for your commute home, hear the team unpack the biggest talking points in the world of footy.   Damo's backflip on the Hawks Ridiculous evenness of the AFL ladder Honeymoon well &amp; truly over for Craig McRae Retirement of an Essendon champion Emma Moore impresses as the head of the AFLW Sarah's update on all things Paris What we're looking forward to this weekend  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ROUND-TABLE: Damo's Hawthorn backflip, honeymoon over for McRae

Damian Barrett and Nathan Schmook bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. After Round 16; Carlton, Essendon and Collingwood occupied three spots inside the top 4. At the conclusion of Round 22 all three clubs sit outside the top 8 with no promises to be featuring this September.  Fremantle have equally blown a golden opportunity for a top 4 berth this finals campaign. Craig McRae has been cautioned for his post-match comments on Friday night and Jarrod Schofield continue to strengthen his case to become the full-time coach of the Eagles.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The demise of Carlton, Essendon and Collingwood in the last 6 weeks

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Carlton's season is in free-fall after falling out of the 8 for only the second time this year, replaced by the team who handed them an almighty walloping at the MCG yesterday. The Dogs were disappointing as the Crows ended their top 4 chances, a host of teams seized opportunities on Saturday and a Swan produced a masterclass to get them over the line on Friday night against the odds.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carlton in free-fall, Dockers waste an opportunity & Heeney back to his very best

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Massive ramifications for the loser of Sydney v Collingwood tonight at the SCG, the Swans in jeopardy of losing top spot on the ladder while the Magpies premiership defence could be over.  The future of Tex Walker at the Crows looks clouded, Levi Ashcroft has committed to being selected by the Lions in this years National Draft, the rest of the Round 22 teams and Clarko responds to this weeks Federal Court allegations.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

High-stakes at the SCG tonight, 2 Ashcrofts better than 1 and the future of Tex

Michael Whiting and Nathan Schmook bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Dimma Hardwick flagged tough calls post-game on Friday night, Fish explores what was behind those comments from the coach.  There's a contingent of Adelaide Crows fans frustrated with the way the club has used their high-prized pick Dan Curtin in his debut season. Brisbane v GWS pins Harris Andrews against Jesse Hogan in a must-watch match up plus the Dockers have to respond to keep a top 4 chance alive when they face the Cats this weekend.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrews vs Hogan: Box office, SUNS to make tough calls amidst year of exploration

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. 2024 has seen a significant amount of comebacks across the year, you're never ever safe no matter how far in front you are. Dusty's retirement is only the beginning of the mess at Punt Road. Jeremy How and Jeremy Cameron celebrate significant milestones this weekend and the Swans respond to the critics who believe they've gotten ahead of themselves.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why comebacks aren't so far in 2024, Swan's not ahead of themselves

AFL Daily's weekly offering of the AFL Daily Round-Table featuring Damian Barrett, Sarah Olle and Josh Gabelich. Every Tuesday afternoon for your commute home, hear the team unpack the biggest talking points in the world of footy.   Dustin Martin retires effective immediately Tom Hawkins follows suit to hang up the boots at the end of the season The demise of the Swans that Sarah had predicted Sarah's go-with-your-gut quick questions/answers Port Adelaide's incredible turnaround in fortunes Sarah's update on all things Paris What we're looking forward to this weekend  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ROUND-TABLE: Dustin Martin retires a legend of Richmond

Michael Whiting and Nathan Schmook bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Eagles search for a new coach has had another contender rule themself out over the weekend leaving the current interim coach Jarrod Schofield as the immediate front-runner.  Jordan De Goey will not be seen again for Collingwood in 2024, and confirmation Tom Mitchell will also miss the rest of the year regardless of whether the reigning premiers feature in September. And a young Cat could "do a Bradbury" to claim the Rising Star in 2024.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eagles emotional boost from interim coach, season over for Premiership Pie, a young Cat could "do a Bradbury"

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Essendon have kept their season alive with a come-from-behind victory over the Dockers at the MCG yesterday, GWS likewise after trailing by 28 points at 3 quarter time. Brisbane are the new premiership favourites with the Swans copping a hiding at the hands of Port Adelaide. Carlton has lost their spark and struggling under the weight of expectation as the Magpies celebrate Scott Pendlebury's 400th in style.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lions roar into favouritism, sparkless Carlton, Hogan an AA lock

Damian Barrett and Joe Pignataro bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Footscray will be looking to end Melbourne's season tonight at Marvel Stadium and continue on their winning ways as they charge towards September. Essendon has "failed" in big moments according to coach Brad Scott, as the weight of expectation at Bomberland rises.  Carlton will be out to spoil Scott Pendlebury's 400th game with some strong inclusions and with George Wardlaw out this weekend due to concussion, a new Rising Star favourite has emerged. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dons "failing" the big moments, Strong sons of the Scray, De Goey gets up for Pendles

Michael Whiting and Nathan Schmook bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. What sort of coach is going to be best suited to getting the Eagles back up the ladder and through the rebuild? There's a second Friday night game this weekend, can the Gold Coast finally break this winless drought away from home at the venue they last had a win? Brandon Ellis announces his retirement and a Thursday tidbit to take note of.  Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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