
AFL Daily
Get the latest AFL news and storylines in 20 minutes every weekday morning as Damian Barrett and AFL.com.au's team of journalists cover the hottest topics on and off the field. Every Wednesday, catch the midweek Round-Table, where Damo is joined by Nat Edwards, Josh Gabelich and Sarah Olle to debate everything happening around the league, on the field and off.
Episodes

Fagan's fascinating footy story, Longmuir coach of the year
Michael Whiting and Nathan Schmook discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Chris Fagan goes past Leigh Matthews this weekend as the Lions most-coached games. The football story of Fages is now the stuff of folklore given the journey the club has been on since he began his coaching career a decade ago. The Dockers are welcoming the Crows to the Optus Stadium cauldron on Friday night with th

Cats career hangs in the balance, Butters loyal to a fault, Blues learning from past failings
Riley Beveridge and Damian Barrett discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Jake Kolodjashnij career hangs in the balance with the Cats announcing he won't be playing AFL or VFL level this weekend. Zak Butters is loyal to a fault according to Damo. He shouldn't be making an attempt to get back for one last game at the Power this year. Significant differences between the way Carlt

Round table: Ex-skipper won’t be picked ‘on reputation’, Nat’s footy census
Nat Edwards, Josh Gabelich and Damian Barrett discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. On today's episode: Jack Viney is set to return to the VFL, but will we see him in the senior side anytime soon? Nat conducts her own footy version of the census The panel discusses what sort of sanction is on the horizon for Geelong Regular segments: Get it off your chest, Fact or furphy, Yes I sai

‘Ultra aggressive’ Pies push for Butters, Tex's farewell, Harley captaincy call
Cal Twomey and Josh Gabelich discuss Collingwood's huge pursuit of Zak Butters, Adelaide champion Taylor Walker announces his retirement, why Harley Reid could be West Coast's next captain, Melbourne becoming a destination club and more on AFL Daily.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Fraser the Blues trust, Magpies lock a wildcard spot up, Demons the story of the year
Damian Barrett and Joe Pignataro bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Carlton's season is well and truly alive, St Kilda's year is in tatters after being thumped and compounded with injuries to key players, none bigger than Nasiah. Collingwood have booked themselves a wildcard spot for 2026, have the Demons been the most impressive side of the year so far? Subscribe to AFL Dai

Roos bounce the Dogs off Thursday night, Lions v Hawks must-win encounter tonight
Damian Barrett and Joel Peterson bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. North Melbourne produced its biggest win since 2019 last night when they fought off the Dogs by 23 points at Marvel Stadium led by LDU, George Wardlaw and Paul Curtis. Brisbane have a must-win match tonight against the Hawks at the Gabba, the reigning premiers have proven they always respond to adversity. Th

Hungry Hawks out to disrupt Brisbane, no MCG fears for Freo
Michael Whiting, Nathan Schmook and Bharat Sundaresan bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Brisbane face off against the hungry Hawks on Friday night in a must-win encounter for their top four aspirations. Fremantle head to the MCG this weekend with no fears at the ground that they must win at in September. The Giants season is still alive and we open up the prediction vault for the 2026

Tassie lands a big fish, Fri night heavyweight clash
Nat Edwards, Riley Beveridge and Damian Barrett discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. On today's episode: A top 4 spot is on the line in Brisbane vs Hawthorn Tasmania have poached development guru Nigel Lappin from the Cats Damian Barrett reflects on great mate Danny Frawley’s legacy ahead of Spud’s game on Sunday Nat counts down her top 5 AFLW players to watch this sea

Round table: Sensitive Bombers need to 'harden up', big names linked to Pies
Nat Edwards, Josh Gabelich and Damian Barrett discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. On today's episode: Essendon weren’t happy with Leigh Matthews’ scathing assessment of them, but now isn’t the time to be sensitive according to Damian Barrett Should Collingwood be going after the likes of Jake Stringer and Lachie Neale? Greg Swann has warned clubs against resting play

Veteran Pie offered new deal, could Blues duo go 1-2?
Josh Gabelich and Cal Twomey discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. On today's episode: Things could start moving on the Essendon coaching vacancy this week The Blues were the big winners of R21 Could Jagga Smith and Harry Dean go 1-2 in the Telstra AFL Rising Star award? Alastair Clarkson, Ross Lyon and Damian Hardwick are all preaching optimism despite disappointing losses Usual segmen

Crows eat Essendon alive, Carlton give Brisbane the Blues
Damian Barrett and Joel Peterson bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Adelaide have put on their biggest score of the season to put themselves in the top four, the Brisbane Lions have got some questions after being thumped by the Blues. Jake Waterman and the Eagles miss out on a golden chance to claim victory. Subscribe to AFL Daily wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudi

Cats commanding victory, the future of Clarko as Roos coach, Freo tonight by how far??
Damian Barrett and Joel Peterson bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Geelong have put together a winning three week stretch to get their season back on track. Last night the most commanding victory over Collingwood. On the day Sam Mitchell reveals he will re-sign with the Hawks, Al Clarkson is hopeful of remaining the Roos coach beyond the 2026 season. Fremantle are chasing an 18th

Fremantle's August holding pattern, JHF holding the Power to carry Port
Michael Whiting, Nathan Schmook and Bharat Sundaresan bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Fremantle are in a holding pattern for the next month as they await September action. How do they approach the final home and away rounds of the season? State of Origin locked in for the next 3 years, Australia v Ireland takes centre stage in the W and we go outside the square for the Thursday Great

Ross emphatic on ‘not trading’ star, how Tigers could land Butters, new #1 in The 25
Riley Beveridge and Damian Barrett discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. On today's episode: The full details for rounds 23 and 24 have been released Ross Lyon is ‘all in’ when it comes to backing in Max King Riley has a creative approach to a potential Butters trade Why are the Allies not in the Origin plans? The latest edition of The 25 See omnystudio.com/listener for priv

Blues, Dons eye same target, 'Brand Petracca' takes a hit, McRae wants Origin role
Nat Edwards, Josh Gabelich and Damian Barrett discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. On today's episode: One coaching contender is on both the Essendon and Carlton shortlists: Jaymie Graham Aussie soccer legend Kevin Muscat will be involved in the Bombers’ interview process Craig McRae has put his hand up to be South Australia’s coach for Origin next year Collingwood and Geel

Saints trade ‘dilemma’, superstar’s Brownlow record bid, Giant contract calls
Josh Gabelich and Cal Twomey discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. On today's episode: Josh provides an update on injured Saint Max King Murphy Reid is on the verge of signing on with Fremantle until the end of 2032 Brisbane’s stars are well and truly back The Giants have some huge list calls ahead of them Dan McStay could well finish top 5 in Collingwood’s B&F The battl

NAS does what NAS does, McCluggage & Gulden back to their very best
Damian Barrett and Joel Peterson bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Almost a year to the day since NAS dismantled the Demons, today he deconstructed the Kangaroos at Marvel Stadium. Errol Gulden is back to his best at the Swans, Hugh McCluggage is the same at the Lions as both sides cement themselves inside the top four. Subscribe to AFL Daily wherever you get your podcasts.See om

Magpies inside the heads of the Crows, Lewis re-signs, the return of the King
Damian Barrett and Joel Peterson bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Collingwood turn a 27 point deficit into a 34 point win at the Adelaide Oval last night. Led by the little master in Nick Daicos. Max King makes his long-awaited return to AFL level, Mitch Lewis has re-committed to Hawthorn for another 4 seasons and it's crunch time for Melbourne and Geelong tonight. Subscribe to

Recent rivals add another chapter tonight, Sydney darby, WA derby
Michael Whiting, Nathan Schmook and Bharat Sundaresan bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. A big night of footy at the Adelaide Oval with the Adelaide Crows welcoming Collingwood into town. Which side is going to be the unfortunate loser and miss out on the Wildcard? Subscribe to AFL Daily wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday night fit for a King, Impossible GIANTS, is it derby or darby?
Nat Edwards, Riley Beveridge and Damian Barrett bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Steven King will coach against the club he made a name for himself at Geelong. Will there be additional spice throughout the evening? GWS are impossible to read. They're also dealing with out of contract stars in Stephen Coniglio, Jesse Hogan and Jake Stringer. Nat's top 5 leaves out a well-known ri

Fly’s emotion for Bobby, Tigers need ’sense of reality’, Bucks’ reputation enhanced?
Nat Edwards, Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich discuss Tuesday’s biggest footy stories, including the latest on Bobby Hill's situation with Collingwood, Nathan Buckley's next steps after missing out on the Tasmania coaching job and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why Tassie chose Ken on landmark day, the team you cannot trust
Joel Peterson and Josh Gabelich provide in-depth discussion on Tasmania's senior coach appointment, Ken Hinkley.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Essendon off the bottom, Hinkley in-charge of Tassie, don't write off the Magpies
Damian Barrett and Joel Peterson bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Essendon are off the bottom of the table after beating the Giants at Marvel Stadium. Ken Hinkley is set to be announced as the new coach of Tassie tomorrow morning. The Gold Coast SUNS' season is over while the Magpies have got a pulse after a 5th straight victory. Subscribe to AFL Daily wherever you get you

Ordinary performance by the Saints, Carlton struggles with expectations
Damian Barrett and Joel Peterson bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. St Kilda continue their run of outs against Geelong at Kardinia Park. A rough win for the home side with a significant injury to midfield star Max Holmes. Carlton host Collingwood at the MCG tomorrow night in an all-time blockbuster. Tex Walker will miss tonight for the Crows and the rest of the teams that will make up

Crows in enemy territory, Starcevich to face his premiership mates, Drapers impactful season
Michael Whiting, Nathan Schmook and Bharat Sundaresan bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Swans have to find a way to bounce back against the Crows on Friday night or will Adelaide be the first side to upset the Swans at the SCG this year? Port Adelaide are hanging on by the skin of their teeth when they face the ladder leaders while Brandon Starcevich will face off against his premi

Morris a generational forward, Damo's surprising endorsement, the "bad old days" of the SUNS
Damian Barrett and Michael Whiting bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Is Logan Morris the next generational key forward in the game? He is tracking beautifully after his first 61 games and is well in contention for the key forward blazer in this years AA team. James Hird is all-in on the Essendon coaching job, and Damo is surprisingly right behind him. Lachie Neale links to

Scott addresses Merrett speculation, which top 6 team is under most pressure?
Josh Gabelich and Damian Barrett discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. On today's episode: Chris Scott responds to the reported Zach Merrett approach Josh and Damo talk about the constant discussion around player movement Which club inside the top six is under the most pressure? Damian Barrett has put Damian Hardwick’s defeatist tone in the spotlight Collingwood vs Carlton promise

Latest on Cameron and Butters, Hawks have Swans in their sights
Josh Gabelich and Joel Peterson discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. On today's episode: - Josh Gabelich provides an update on injured stars Jeremy Cameron and Zak Butters - The Hawks have unveiled seven debutants this year, balancing on-field success with player development- Jacob van Rooyen is starting to realise his potential- Despite a star-studded injury list, the Giants conti

Another insipid Essendon performance, Sun has set on the Gold Coast season
Damian Barrett and Joel Peterson bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Brisbane demolish the cellar dwellers Essendon leaving the embattled club with more questions than answers. Has the cliff come for the Cats in 2026 on the back of the significant injury to Jeremy Cameron? Dimma concedes 2026 is over for the SUNS who've now lost 7 games in a row. Subscribe to AFL Daily wherev

Murphy Reid's AA push, Primetime Kangaroos, feedback for Damo's Sliding Doors
Damian Barrett and Joe Pignataro bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Fremantle further stamp their premiership favouritism on the competition with a barnstorming second half over the Swans. Richmond is in need of a new high-performance manager. North Melbourne is back on the Friday night prime time and Damo is still positive about the Cats. Subscribe to AFL Daily wherever you get y

Can Curnow carry the Swans to glory? Last chance saloon for the SUNS
Michael Whiting, Nathan Schmook and Bharat Sundaresan bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The top of the table clash is centre stage tonight at Optus Stadium. Will the Dockers over power the Swans? Or can Charlie Curnow get hold of the Dockers defence? Last chance saloon for the SUNS this weekend against the Crows. And the Giants late season charge is on the agenda. Subscribe

Fagan changes tune on Neale move, Jezza’s brutal self-assessment
Nat Edwards, Riley Beveridge and Damian Barrett discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. On today's episode: Chris Fagan has changed his tune on Lachie Neale exploring a move Damian Barrett discusses his latest column on Jeremy Cameron and his lingering injury issues Jezza was scathing in his self-assessment of last week’s performance The Suns have made an audacious Daicos play The p

Round table: Coaching vacancy check-in, wildcard predictions, Yze pressure builds
Nat Edwards, Josh Gabelich and Damian Barrett discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. On today's episode: We run through three very different coaching vacancies Kevin Sheedy has thrown his support behind James Hird…again Yze and the Tigers need to start delivering Josh talks about his feature with injured Dogs star Sam Darcy The panel offers up some Wildcard predictions Regular seg

Solomon isn’t the solution, who is Collingwood’s next captain?
Josh Gabelich and Cal Twomey discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. On today's episode: Dean Solomon’s coaching candidacy stocks continues to tumble Cal and Josh debate the MRO findings from the weekend Who is Collingwood’s next captain? The Dees continue to prove the doubters wrong Has Jake Stringer played his way into a new contract? Regular segments: Monday Marketplace, Gi

Why Damo thinks the MRO got it wrong, Bombers hit rock bottom
Joel Peterson and Damian Barrett discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. On tonight's episode: The Bombers are somehow getting worse The MRO findings are in and Damian Barrett doesn't agree with the findings Fremantle's unbeaten streak has ended! North Melbourne fall short in a crucial clash against Port Adelaide Damo hands out his MVP votes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa

Story behind the story: St Kilda's Hall pass is a sight to behold
Max Hall, the 2024 Mid-Season draftee has got a story to tell. And, he's recently told it to AFL.com.au and Josh Gabelich. Gabbo takes us behind the story of the Saint on the rise, and what he does away from the footy field to reset each week. Read Josh Gabelich's story on Max Hall here Subscribe to AFL Daily to never miss a moment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lions make a statement, Cameron's slump, season over for Pies skipper
Joel Peterson and Damian Barrett discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. On today's episode: Another statement win for the Lions We preview a huge Friday double-header Darcy Moore's season is over Bailey Humphrey's form is emblematic of the Suns See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lions & Cats is akin to Federer v Nadal, Giants any chance of a boilover?
Michael Whiting, Nathan Schmook and Bharat Sundaresan bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Brisbane Lions face off against the Cats tonight at GMHBA Stadium in a must-win contest with a top four spot on the line. Adelaide and Port Adelaide are coming down from the Showdown in 2 very different ways, and can the Giants cause the upset of the season ending the Dockers 14-game winni

Hird reveals Welsh chat, Saints set to pitch Neale
Nat Edwards and Damian Barrett discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Talking points: James Hird confirmed he has spoken to Andrew Welsh about the vacant senior coach role We preview the mouth-watering GF rematch between the Cats and Lions According to reports, Lachie Neale will be dining with old coach Ross Lyon on Friday night Luke Beveridge is worried about losing the essence of the g

Blues coaching candidates emerge, Brownlow Predictor check-in
Nat Edwards and Josh Gabelich discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Talking points: Carlton have already started compiling a list of candidates to interview - we run through the contenders The Hawks will be without Nick Watson for the R17 match against the Dees AFL.com.au’s Brownlow Predictor has one name a mile ahead Nat pays tribute to retiring AFL star Chelsea Randall Regular s

Blues’ Rising Star bolter, Solomon’s Bombers lack spark
Josh Gabelich and Joel Peterson discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. On today's episode: Josh Fraser’s heaped praise on rising young defender Harry Dean Dean Solomon is adamant he will perform whatever role is required at the Bombers in 2027, even ‘filling water bottles’ GWS had a horror night on Fri vs the Hawks and face an uphill battle to secure a wildcard spot If

Gold Coast SLIDERS, Middle of the road Magpies and Buttering up the Power in the Showdown
Damian Barrett & Joel Peterson bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Fremantle continue their winning ways but the spotlight is on the Gold Coast SUNS who've now lost five games in a row after their back to back victories in the top end. Port Adelaide is humming, and Zak Butters is the ultimate professional helping them to a memorable Showdown victory. The Magpies are back to middle of

Lions roaring again, a GIANT problem and is Richmond a destination club?
Damian Barrett & Joel Peterson bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Brisbane have sounded an ominous warning to the rest of the competition thumping the Swans to the tune of 43 points. No definitive return to play timelines for Darcy Moore and Jesse Hogan. Is it season over for the Giants if they lose tonight? Subscribe to AFL Daily wherever you get your podcasts.&nb

Swans Gulden-child returns, different roads travelled for Dockers & SUNS, greatest rivalry in the game
Michael Whiting, Nathan Schmook and Bharat Sundaresan bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. It's another must-win match for the Lions this weekend as they continue to chase the three-peat. Sydney stand in their way with Errol Gulden returning. The best rivalry in the game is on display at the Adelaide Oval, can the Power overcome their losing streak against the arch-rivals? And, it's

Merrett’s strong comments, final showdown for Tex?
Nat Edwards and Damian Barrett discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. On today's agenda: Zach Merrett had some strong words, particularly for sections of the media Could Showdown 60 be the last for Taylor Walker? Damo is tipping a statement game from Brisbane against Sydney tomorrow night Nat counts down her top 5 animal appearances at footy games, before offering up some Wednesday Wisdo

Round Table: Would a mid-season tournament work? Plus Damo's Bont-Jackson pick
Nat Edwards, Josh Gabelich and Damian Barrett discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. On today's agenda: After the prospect of a mid-season tournament was raised at the CEO conference, the panel discusses whether it’s a good idea Bevo has asked for the draft age to be raised We preview a huge Thursday night clash between the Lions and the Swans Who could be the movers and sliders in

Magpie’s moving family tale, R15’s ‘big losers’, key part of Will Day impact
On AFL Daily, Joel Peterson and Josh Gabelich discuss the big talking points from round 15's action.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dogs gritty victory, Collingwood generates clicks, North on 7th heaven
Damian Barrett & Joel Peterson bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Western Bulldogs move to 9-6 going into their mid-season bye, a result they'll be happy with considering the injuries they've sustained this year. Collingwood's list is over-examined according to the coach, while North Melbourne have posted 7 wins already their season. Subscribe to AFL Daily wherever you get

Lucky #13 for the Dockers, Jackson #1 player in the comp, Magpies care for Bobby
Damian Barrett & Joel Peterson bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Fremantle continue their winning ways after overcoming a 28 point deficit in the second term to beat the Cats. There's Bobby Hill the player, and Bobby Hill the person. The Magpies are solely focused on the person. While Lachie Neale remains a player of interest. Subscribe to AFL Daily wherever you get your podc

SUNS mountain out of a molehill, Freo v Geelong: the game of the year
Michael Whiting, Nathan Schmook, Bharat Sundaresan and Emily Patterson bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Fremantle v Geelong tonight could be a potential GF match up later this year. Josh Rachele's gone to another level this year for the Crows. Adam Kingsley admits he got selection wrong last weekend with Jesse Hogan and the "rift" at the SUNS is a mountain out of a molehill. Subscribe

Simpkin tees off, Morris in demand, should player contracts be capped?
Nat Edwards, Riley Beveridge and Damian Barrett discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. On today's episode: The panel dissects Paul Curtis’ suspension, and Jy Simpkin’s passionate Instagram response Damian Barrett talks about the Swans’ obsession with the win/loss column The prospect of capping the length of player contracts is debated Logan Morris is a wanted man! Nat o

Round Table: Senior Bombers want out, why Pies should pair Daicos with Neale
Nat Edwards, Sarah Olle and Damian Barrett discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Talking points: Damian Barrett gives the latest on Essendon If you could add an agenda item to the AFL CEO conference, what would it be? The panel has their say. Sarah Olle brings back an old favourite segment, Go with your gut Regular segments: Get it off your chest, Fact or furphy, ‘Yes, I said that

Cal on why Bombers need outside perspective, Tigers set to land rival ruckman?
Joel Peterson and Cal Twomey discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. On today's episode: Cal outlines the big month ahead of Andrew Welsh and the Bombers Dean Solomon is adamant he ‘hasn’t thought’ about the Bombers’ coaching role On the back of three straight losses, the Suns have slipped to 9th. We take a look at why. West Coast have been ultra competitive in the

Flyin' Ryan sinks the Giants, the trouble for Curtis, Sydney winning ugly
Damian Barrett and Joel Peterson bring you the latest news on AFL Daily. Liam Ryan has proved to be more than a handy recruit for the Saints in the past fortnight with 11 goals next to his name. Paul Curtis has been suspended for 3 matches, will he be heading to the tribunal to challenge? Melbourne are playing an exciting brand of footy that is must-watch, while the Swans are winning ugly at

Dawson breaks the Bont's best laid plans, return of Eric for the Lions
Damian Barrett and Joel Peterson bring you the latest news on AFL Daily. Adelaide put in their best performance of the season walking all over the Western Bulldogs with a 9 goal first quarter. Eric Hipwood returns for the Lions, Toby Nankervis remains a "test" at the Tigers. Subscribe to AFL Daily wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adelaide riding the wave of emotion, Freo by how far...?
Michael Whiting, Nathan Schmook, Bharat Sundaresan and Emily Patterson bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Tonight we're at Marvel Stadium with the close-finishing Crows facing off against the Dogs who've been the kings of the close contest in 2026. What has Fish made of the SUNS to date? How far ahead are the Dockers from the rest? Subscribe to AFL Daily wherever you get you

Bevo on Butters pursuit, Saints' soft run home, Hall of Fame recap
Nat Edwards and Riley Beveridge discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Talking points: 0:36 - 7:55: Luke Beveridge and the Dogs' pursuit of Zak Butters 7:55 - 13:00: We recap a huge night at the AFL Hall of Fame 13:30 - 14:50: The Pies are set to challenge Billy Frampton’s 3 match ban 16:15 - 18:25: The Saints don’t leave Victoria once in their final 10 games of the season 18

Round table: Damo's new no.1 player, where are the Pies at?
Nat Edwards, Riley Beveridge and Damian Barrett discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Talking points: We recap a huge day yesterday, on and off the field Damian Barrett hands out his MVP votes for R13 Is Jordan Dawson on track to be the All-Aus captain? ‘Yes, I said that’ thanks to Didi Nat counts down the top 5 game breakers Regular segments: Get it off your chest, Fact or

Sydney & Fremantle: The breakaway couple, a frustrated Dimma
Damian Barrett and Joel Peterson bring you the latest news on AFL Daily. It was a butchering in Bunbury as the Dockers made it 12 straight wins, Sydney had to toil and produce a miracle comeback against the Saints. Dimma's frustrations are showing at the SUNS while the Blues have made it four in a row under Josh Fraser. Subscribe to AFL Daily wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystud

Crows were simply Dawsome! Cats losing their edge?
Damian Barrett and Joel Peterson bring you the latest news on AFL Daily. The cardiac Crows in 2026 have put up another 1-point performance to the good, led by their heart and soul captain Jordan Dawson. Dimma Hardwick is standing staunch about his contracted players, Dean Solomon's focus remains on the Essendon playing group while Cody Weightman makes his long-awaited return tonight. Subscri

Adelaide's killer instinct, West Coast ahead of schedule
Michael Whiting, Nathan Schmook, Bharat Sundaresan and Emily Patterson bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Adelaide open the round tonight against the Cats. Can the return of the Texan help the Crows to a memorable victory and a springboard towards September? West Coast are ahead of schedule when they face off against Port Adelaide this weekend, while the Lions and the SUNS do battle for

Latest on Bombers' Hird conundrum, premiership star Adelaide bound?
Nat Edwards, Riley Beveridge and Damian Barrett discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Talking points: James Hird is readying himself for the ‘process’, but should Essendon have one? Damian Barrett doesn’t think so. The Bombers have put forward a request for assistance from the AFL at season’s end. Are they deserving? Bec and Jan Daniher have spoken ahead of The B

Round Table: Mid-season All-Aus team, why Damo is worried about Adem Yze
Nat Edwards, Riley Beveridge and Damian Barrett discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Talking points: The panel runs through the mid-season All Australian side as voted by AFL.com.au reporters A mid-season review of the contenders, the teams we haven’t given up on, the teams who are languishing and… the 'basket case' teams New segment, ‘Yes, I said tha

Call Bombers must make this week, Fraser’s five key changes, mid-season awards
Joel Peterson and Cal Twomey discuss all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Talking points: 0:30 - 8:00: Cal outlines why the Bombers should speak to James Hird sooner rather than later 8:00 - 13:25: We run through five changes Josh Fraser has implemented in his short tenure as interim coach 13:25 - 17:25: Are the Saints all spend, no substance? 18:00 - 20:35: The Giants are starting to click, c

Same old Essendon, Freo's sizzling form, a GIANT win in Alice Springs
Damian Barrett and Joel Peterson bring you the latest news on AFL Daily. West Coast has recorded its fourth win for the season over Essendon. Interim coach Dean Solomon taking the reins after the club sacked Brad Scott last week. Fremantle are rightly the current premiership favourites with their 11th win in a row, overcoming the Lions at the Gabba. GWS accounted for the Demons in Alice Springs. S

Story behind the story: Reid all about Harley
Joel Peterson and Cal Twomey bring you this Saturday feature edition of AFL Daily. Harley Reid has run with the #1 pick tag next to his name across the first 50 games of his career. Cal Twomey is AFL.com.au draft guru, he tracked Harley well before his draft year and had the opportunity to spend an hour with the Eagles gun last week in Melbourne. >>> Read Cal Twomey's piece with Harley Re

Nothing scary about the Saints, Essendon can't move forward without Hird
Damian Barrett and Joe Pignataro bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Hawthorn toyed with the Saints last night at Marvel Stadium, and a box ticked with the return of their best player - Will Day. Carlton has announced his coaching selection committee headed up by Graham Wright. It's time to get Hird back to Essendon and the Lions aren't hitting the panic button despite sitting 8th on the

No false dawn at the Giants, Eagles #1 midfield, Wharfie Time heads to the Gabba
Michael Whiting, Nathan Schmook, Bharat Sundaresan and Emily Patterson bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. GWS are backing in their cavalry to head to Alice Springs and prove to the footy world their thumping victory over the reigning premiers isn't a false dawn or a one-off. Brisbane have got a season-shaping contest against the Dockers this weekend. Plus, it's mid-season report t

Damian Barrett on why Hird returning to Essendon may be the only way forward
Riley Beveridge and Damian Barrett analyse James Hird’s potential return to the Bombers from all angles. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brad Scott sits down with Cal Twomey for a deep dive following his sacking
A day after departing as Essendon coach, Brad Scott sits down for an extended interview with Cal Twomey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Riley Beveridge on Scott sacking, Bombers presser
Join Riley Beveridge and Damian Barrett as they analyse Essendon's decision to sack Brad Scott and the club's press conference with President Andrew Welsh and CEO Tim Roberts. You can watch the full press conference here: https://www.afl.com.au/video/1528271/bombers-front-the-media-after-scott-sacking?videoId=1528271&modal=true&type=video&publishFrom=1779766843001&limit=50&

Emergency pod: Brad Scott out as Essendon coach
Josh Gabelich and Cal Twomey discuss the departure of Bombers coach Brad Scott.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tribute to Neale Daniher, Cal's mid-season draft guide, where next for Essendon?
Josh Gabelich and Cal Twomey discuss Monday’s biggest footy stories on the AFL Daily podcast. Talking points: We pay tribute to the legendary Neale Daniher, whose legacy transcends football Cal outlines why the Bombers should ask for special assistance from League HQ The Kangaroos’ young stars came up clutch on Saturday against the Suns Chris Fagan’s confusing change of messagin

Gutsy, Gritty & Gnarly from the Dogs, Magpies bittersweet celebration of Pendles
Damian Barrett and Joel Peterson bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Bulldogs produce a gritty & gutsy win over the Demons, the Giants obliterate the reigning premiers. Collingwood's celebration of Scott Pendlebury was bittersweet with a growing injury list including a season ending ACL tear to Jamie Elliott. Subscribe to AFL Daily wherever you get your podcasts. See o

Story behind the story: Why Shai Bolton is one of the most watchable players in the game
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