ABC AFL Daily
Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron host a daily AFL podcast featuring a rotating cast of legends and experts. Each day of the week offers a different focus: Friday previews the round, Saturday covers Friday night footy with Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, Sunday breaks down the weekend's winners and losers, Monday features Marc Murphy discussing key talking points, and Tuesday goes deeper into AFL industry stories with Bob Murphy.
Episodes
Trade Special: 'Blakey won't be going back to Sydney'
Day 4 of the trade period saw the Cats finally secure ruckman Rowan Marshall from St Kilda, giving up Pick 14 in the process. This makes recruiting Nick Blakey nigh on impossible, but there's no shortage of clubs expressing interest in the want-away Swan.
Trade Special: Blakey trade talk 'Where there's smoke, there's fire'
Day 3 of the trade period saw Jordan Ridley move to Geelong, Jack Bowes become a Bomber, and Danny Daly decide not to pursue the coaching role at Brisbane. The Suns have until Friday to decide if they'll match Hawthorn's offer to Ben King, but could Aidan Schubert throw a spanner in the works? Could Essendon stand in the way of Cody Walker getting to the Blues? And where is all t
Trade Special: 'Jaymie Graham, get on the phone to Zane Duursma'
Day 2 of the trade period saw Jaymie Graham officially announced as Coach of the Kangaroos, whilst their young star Zane Duursma is determined to head to the Demons. Plus Nathan O'Driscoll departs Fremantle to become a Tiger.
Trade Special: Zach Merrett is now a Hawk
Day 1 of the official trade period has gone off with a bang! Zach Merrett is now a Hawk, Jesse Hogan is a Magpie, and Jaymie Graham will take over the coaching reigns at the Kangaroos.
Trade Special: Fagan departs as the industry braces for trade time
The official trade period hasn’t started, but we have a big name departure as Lions coach Chris Fagan calls time. The three-time premiership coach has quit Brisbane, so how might that shake the competition, and how might it impact trade period?
Why Bob Murphy says Fremantle should double down on Wharfie Time
Welcome to the Freo wake and final Lions celebrations as Corbin, Bob and a bonus Ben round out season 2026 with a look at the Monday footy shows. Bob Murphy gives us his Dockers autopsy calling out the physical grief of Justin Longmuir, why they should definitely review the game, what Fremantle need to level up and why 'Wharfie Time' should remain.There's also speculation around
Debriefing the Lions history making three-peat
Brisbane prove once again that they are the best with their third consecutive Grand Final win. What happened to the Dockers in the final four minutes? Will we ever hear Wharfie Time again? It's 24 hours on from a history making victory for the Lions and Corbin, Ben and Daniel Harford have all the wash-up from the thrilling match. ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Came
Dynastic Lions and Dockers devastation: unpacking a classic
Wharfie Time rang out, but it was the Lions who unleashed hell in a grand final classic as Brisbane went back to back to back. There's so much to unpack: Brisbane back from the death in the face of a Dockers onslaught, Shai Bolton edging Will Ashcroft for the Norm Smith medal, Lachie Neale's farewell flag, Dockers captain Alex Pearce crucial, game ending achilles injury, did Chri
The best of the Grand Final parade from Melbourne Park
The Fremantle and Brisbane players wind through fans in Melbourne ahead of the big day and Corbin, Ben and Luke Ball bring you all the best of the parade.Hear from coaches Justin Longmuir and Chris Fagan, captains Alex Pearce and Josh Dunkley and find out who let the premiership cup go first. Plus the Lachie Neale fallout continues with his dad Robbie joining the show.You'll also
LIVE: Grand Final preview from The Railway Hotel
Corbin, Ben, Bob Murphy and Brett Deledio entertain a packed pub ahead of the biggest day on the footy calendar. Live from The Railway Hotel in Fitzroy North, the boys preview the Grand Final which will be historic for whoever wins. Hear reasons for and against a Fremantle victory and why Brisbane have nothing to fear.Also, there's passionate debate around the Lachie Neale let of
The Daicos trajectory, Neale's big day and Sicily spray
It wouldn't be Grand Final week without some controversy and Lachie Neale's fight to play has Corbin and Bob in opposite corners. The boys also wonder what Nick Daicos' career could become after he breaks records to win the Brownlow.As well, Hawthorn fans and their captain should be seriously disappointed in their actions and why this Grand Final shapes as Bob Murphy's ultimate a
AFL Monday: Will Nick Daicos break the Brownlow votes record?
Will anyone threaten Nick Daicos’ chances of winning the Brownlow, or will he break records? Is a daytime Grand Final too early for the west coast? Freo have been denied Wharfie Time by the AFL in the Grand Final, but both teams can play songs after a goal, is that fair? Plus, the team’s premiership predictions.
'I want him suspended' Harford on Neale
Brisbane have confirmed they will challenge Lachie Neale's one-week suspension for striking, but Daniel Harford believes it should be upheld. Will Nick Daicos achieve a record-breaking Brownlow tally? The team flesh out or throw out all the big topics of the weekend and look ahead to the Grand Final between Brisbane and Fremantle.
AFL Saturday: Ball 'We won't see a more dominant quarter of football'
Fremantle booked their spot in the 2026 AFL Grand Final with a stunning final term to defeat the Sydney Swans by 12 points Friday night at the SCG.Where to now for the Swans? And who wins today's clash between the Hawks and the Lions at the MCG?These topics and more on AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news during
The who, what, why and how of both preliminary finals
The best games of 2026 have arrived and with Grand Final spots on the line, everything you need to know is right here.Corbin, Ben and Brett Deledio run through all the key match-ups and factors that will decide Sydney vs Fremantle and Hawthorn vs Brisbane. Can Luke Jackson's Dockers be stopped or will the Swans unbelievable run continue? Are Fagan's Lions set for immortality or c
Butters, Beveridge and the Bulldogs hot plate of expectation
Zak Butters arrival puts pressure on Luke Beveridge and he's not the only coach with a big 2027 looming as Lyon, Nicks and McQualter all coach in the final year of their contracts.Corbin and Bob Murphy devoured the Monday footy shows and Zak Butters Bulldogs move dominates the conversation including how the deal gets done, what he'll bring to the Dogs and why their midfield remin
AFL Monday: End of season reviews and who wants to be the underdog?
Adam Ramanauskas joins the team to pull apart the weekend’s semifinals. Zak Butters has nominated the Bulldogs as his club of choice, but what will it take to make it work? The team give their one-word reviews for clubs that are no longer vying for finals and look ahead to the upcoming prelims.
Wharfie Time hits the mark and Lions roar into prelims
Daniel Harford joins Corbin and Ben to wrap up the weekend’s semi-finals. Daniel recounts his firsthand Wharfie Time experience. Just how impressive was Brisbane’s blistering start which saw Adelaide barrelled out of September? Plus, all the key takeaways from the weekend.
AFL Saturday: Longmuir 'Last night just felt like business as usual'
Fremantle returned to their top of the table form and will take on Sydney in a Preliminary Final, after ending Geelong's 2026 campaign on Friday night.Fremantle Coach Justin Longmuir joins the team following the Dockers 14 point win over the Cats.How will Geelong review their season? How does Zak Butters get to the Bulldogs? And what can the AFL learn from the NFL?These topics an
Who will deal with the straight set scaries?
Brisbane and Fremantle are in the crosshairs this weekend with their top four advantage on the line. Corbin, Ben and Brett Deledio take you through both finals and discuss which team could wilt under pressure.Should the Dockers do away with ‘Wharfie Time’ or press it early in the game to get it over and done with? Plus, did Geelong keep some aces up their sleeve in their last mee
Bob Murphy's Tim English hunch and the Clarkson decision vs delivery
Silly season has started early and Bob's gut feeling says Tim English won't play again for the Dogs, there's sadness around Jake Kolodjashnij's footy career stalling, alignment issues at North Melbourne and why the Crows were right to not guarantee Matthew Nicks' job before their final.Plus, the boys try and sort out who sits where in the premiership pecking order, why Brisbane l
AFL Monday: Who is premiership favourite?
Hawthorn soared, Sydney shocked, Adelaide silenced the critics, Geelong are prowling. Freo and Brisbane still have the pedigree, but who is flag favourite? Corbin ranks the likelihood of the potential Grand Final matchups.Marc Murphy grades Carlton’s 2026 season and likes the look of their future, even after they bowed out of the finals race. Plus, we asked you what sporting memo
Wildcards wiped out as the top six become the last six
With the Wildcard teams eliminated, is the team still fans of the extra finals match? Was Thursday night’s result more a case of good Hawthorn or bad Fremantle? What made Sydney’s win so impressive? And what grades do Carlton and the Bulldogs deserve?
AFL Saturday: Malthouse on Clarko 'The way it was done was humiliating'
AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in Week 1 of the AFL Finals Series.Can the Dockers bounce back after being found wanting against the Hawks? Is Matthew Nicks coaching for his survival tonight? Was Clarko disrespected by the Kangaroos? And how far can the Cats progress?Geelong Premiership defender Tom Stewart
North Melbourne's brutal honesty on Clarkson and who could cause an upset?
Brett Deledio reckons "honesty is always the best policy" and there's no doubt the Kangaroos were up front about Alastair Clarkson's sacking. Corbin, Ben and Lids applaud the straight talking and examine which direction North Melbourne go next.The second week of finals is here too and there's plenty at stake. The Fremantle and Hawks winner gets the good side of the draw, the Max
The Pendlebury winners and losers and is Matthew Nicks' job on the line?
Corbin & Adam Ramanauskas devoured the Monday shows and have got thoughts on the biggest stories leading into week two of the finals.How is it possible that Matthew Nicks is coaching for his job this weekend and why does the public have that information? Who out of the Magpies, Suns, AFL and Pendlebury himself loses from his move north? Plus the games have begun surrounding Z
AFL Monday: Finals contenders and trade whispers worth watching
Wildcard round is in the rear-view mirror, are Melbourne fans mad they now won't have fixtures in September? Can Blues fans believe they've made it this far? Are the Bulldogs the underdogs in Adelaide? Who are your team's X-factor players, and who can ignite the Hawks? Plus, all the latest trade whispers.
And then there were 8, was the Wildcard round a success?
Corbin and Ben are joined by Daniel Harford for a special Wildcard Round wrap episode. Regular Corbin and Ben segment ‘Flesh it out/throw it out’ makes a comeback. Which other players have closest traits to Nick Daicos? Plus, all your usual Sunday take-aways from the weekend’s action.
AFL Saturday: Ed Richards 'The Wildcard will be here to stay'
AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL's inaugural Wildcard Round. A missed shot at goal after the siren ended Collingwood's season, the career of Steele Sidebottom, and Scott Pendlebury's time at the Magpies with the announcement that he'll be heading to the Gold Coast.Western Bulldogs midfielder Ed Ric
LIVE from The Railway Hotel with Bob and Marc Murphy
Hear the first ever ABC AFL Daily live show at The Railway Hotel in Fitzroy North as Corbin, Ben, Marc Murphy and Bob Murphy chat footy to a packed pub. There’s a Wildcard Round preview with the Bont vs Daicos debate raging, anonymous AFL hot takes from the crowd and plenty more laughs and great tales.And listen next week to the show for details on our pre-Grand Final show, it’ll
James Hird's fork in the road and let's rename Mad Monday
The Essendon conversation quickly turns from McVeigh's success to Hird's next move and Corbin & Bob Murphy survey the situation after ingesting the Monday footy shows.As well, the boys make a pros and cons list for Zak Butters next destination including Bob's lofty Bulldogs pitch. Plus, how does Wildcard weekend feel, why Mad Monday still has merit but should be renamed a 'wa
AFL Monday: Is McVeigh the right man or a compromise?
Essendon have appointed Mark McVeigh as their new head coach, but does this appease enough people? The All-Australian squad has been announced, is there anyone who deserves to be there but isn’t? Some of the industry’s worst-kept secrets are out, with Zak Butters and Ben King set to move on from their clubs. Plus, all the finals news ahead of the inaugural Wildcard Round.ABC AFL
Top ten solidified as emotions run high at the SCG
Both the Swans’ AFL men’s and women’s teams claimed victories at the SCG after a turbulent week at the club. Essendon looks set to name its senior coach next week, who will it be? Was Chris Fagan right to blow up at his players? Melbourne’s defeat to the Bulldogs spoiled the chance of a Carlton v Collingwood wildcard final. Plus, are double-headers good for the AFLW?ABC AFL comme
AFL Saturday: Ball on Lions 'This team has the ability to buck history'
AFL Saturday, with Clint Wheeldon, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 24, with the Brisbane Lions sending an ominous warning to the rest of the competition, thrashing the Magpies by 63 points at the MCG Friday night.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast’, hosted by
The Sydney Swans scandal has “put up a mirror” to the entire AFL
"Culture is fluid, it's not a tattoo" is the biggest lesson for Bob Murphy out of the Sydney Swans scandal that has engulfed the footy world this week. Corbin, Ben and Bob reflect on their own learnings, the bigger picture of sexual violence in Australia and the sanctions and future of the five players.Onto the final round of the regular season, the boys wonder how the Demons go
Why Bob Murphy is "genuinely rocked" by the Sydney Swans investigation
As the Sydney Swans investigation continues, Corbin & Bob start by recognising that the victim's "welfare needs to be spoken about and needs to be paramount". Amidst really serious allegations, the boys react to the Monday footy shows takes and what might come next.As well, Josh Fraser has been appointed Carlton's next full time coach after a dream run as caretaker, could Mat
AFL Monday: Swans CEO confirms reports of sexual assault allegation
Matthew Pavlich has fronted the media as Victoria Police’s investigation continues into a report of sexual assault involving several Sydney Swans players. Josh Fraser is set to be announced as the new Blues senior coach, what does former Carlton captain Marc Murphy think of the appointment? Plus, all the latest news and what’s been making you mad this Monday.ABC AFL commentators
Carlton's wildest dreams and Daicos could poll 50 votes
Carlton's truly bonkers 2026 sees a round 23 draw lock the Blues into Wildcard Round and Josh Fraser is looking like a messiah. Ben & Daniel Harford break down all the games in the round which saw Fremantle continue their utterly dominant year, the Lions crouching and ready to pounce, Toby Greene potentially farewell GWS and the Tigers wasted year continues.Plus with Nick Dai
Does Essendon’s delay favour McVeigh and why only one game matters this week
Carlton hold their fate and the interest levels in round 24 in their hands this weekend and might we see two coaching appointments in the next seven days? Corbin, Ben and Brett Deledio look forward to the round ahead and a key question from each game plus chat through the latest in the Jake Kolodjashnij and Geelong issue.Did we get it completely wrong on Brisbane, have our trust
The "significant deceit" of Geelong's Jake Kolodjashnij contract storm
Bob Murphy says this "murky" Geelong concussion waiver controversy "stinks to high heaven" and wonders whether we'll see genuine punishment or simply appeasement. As usual, Corbin & Bob digest all the Monday footy shows to save you the effort and leading the chat is the now AFL Chair Craig Drummond's role in this situation.There's also a strange one week delay in the Essendon
AFL Monday: Cats’ concussion waiver scrutiny continues and all aboard the Fraser freight train
Geelong is required to present its case to the AFL by tomorrow about Jake Kolodjashnij’s concussion deal. How did this waiver come about? Does Carlton legend Marc Murphy see anyone other than Josh Fraser coaching the Blues next year? How will Taylor Walker’s retirement affect the Crows? Has Melbourne proved it has what it takes to win the flag? Plus, all the latest news from Roun
‘We want Fraser’: Carlton fans make their voices heard
St Kilda’s medical team were working overtime as a raft of Saints injuries prevented them from being competitive. Carlton are now two games clear in 10th spot and it’s now their wildcard spot to lose. Should they just give Josh Fraser the top job now? Is Damien Hardwick’s self-reflection on his performance this year accurate? Plus, all the latest news from Round 22.ABC AFL commen
AFL Saturday: Dillon 'There was an overreach and it shouldn't have been there'
AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 22. Today, AFL CEO Andrew Dillon joins the team in the wake of the Geelong concussion waiver saga.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast’, hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC liste
Kangas ruin Bulldogs’ day and can clubs include concussion clauses?
At no point in the game did the Western Bulldogs lead, so how did the Roos pull off this upset win? Geelong will not be sanctioned by the AFL for making a deal with a player who had a history of concussions, how did this situation even come about? Should Fremantle be allowed ‘Wharfie Time’ at finals? Plus, all the big questions answered ahead of Round 22.ABC AFL commentators Corb
Neale’s Collingwood tour and could Essendon form a coaching ‘supergroup’?
Corbin and Bob have watched the Monday night footy shows so you don’t have to and they unpack the big issues. Are Essendon looking to replicate Brisbane’s rise to the top with some of the key personnel linked to the club?Meanwhile Bob thinks that the Bombers have ‘no right’ to be upset about comments made by Leigh Matthews about their coaching environment, despite the club asking
AFL Monday: Is it time to give Fraser the top job?
Do Carlton fans want Josh Fraser to be given the head coaching role at Carlton, and if not, who should have the role? How does the team's ladder predictor see the remainder of the home and away season panning out? Do the crowds at the grounds like the music and light shows? Plus, all the wash-up from Round 21. ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a
‘Football utopia’ for Carlton fans
Carlton put on a masterclass against the reigning premiers and it’s now impossible to ignore the talk about Josh Fraser landing the senior coaching role next year. Is Geelong the second-best team in the competition? Is the Wizard still a chance for the Coleman Medal? Plus, all the latest news from Round 21.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a roll
AFL Saturday: Malthouse "They're an arrogant club that can say those things"
AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 21. The team wrap up the games so far, with Fremantle locking away two home finals, and Geelong proving they're still a contender with a 25 point win over the Magpies.What is the Bulldogs ceiling in 2026? Do the Tigers really want to win tomorrow? And does
Cats leap back into top six and does Butters know where he'll land next year?
Geelong shot out of the blocks and Collingwood could never stay in touch. Is Collingwood destined to battle September out from the Wild Card round? Do teams playing against Fremantle need to factor in Wharfie Time? Speculation continues over which club Zak Butters will end up at next year. Who is the best fit for Essendon out of their final four? Plus, all the latest news ahead o
The "acidic" Petracca incident and Jaymie Graham to Blues or Bombers?
Gold Coast are in the crosshairs today with the Suns reverting from footy club back to franchise after the ugly Petracca and Lombard incident according to Bob Murphy. Corbin & Bob sift through the Monday footy shows to bring you the big issues around Hardwick's Suns, Max King leaving Docklands early and why there might be a race between Carlton and Essendon to lock in Jaymie
AFL Monday: Max King decision backfires and Ty Gallop's big mistake
St Kilda is in the spotlight when Corbin and Ben are joined by Adam Ramanauskas on AFL Monday. Was Ross Lyon right to bring Max King straight into the AFL team and have the Saints underachieved this season? Ty Gallop's tackle could see him face a lengthy stint on the sidelines and is there any inside information from Rama about the Essendon coaching job?ABC AFL commentators Corbi
The Suns finally fracture and do we need a 'Goose Tax'?
Things have gone from bad to worse for the Gold Coast Suns after suffering a 9th straight loss, and now their reported 'infighting' has been put on display with a firey clash involving star recruit Christian Petracca.ABC AFL expert Daniel Harford & Commentator Ben Cameron think a lot of blame lays at the feet of coach Damien Hardwick.Ben & Harf break down all 9 games from
AFL Saturday: Malthouse on Crows 'I reckon they are horribly soft'
AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 20. The team wrap up the games so far, with Fremantle thrashing West Coast in the Derby, Adelaide faltering again on the big stage in a game marred by another booing controversy, and Geelong champion Patrick Dangerfield joins us following the Cats 20 point
Wildcard games arrive early and the WA derby has lost its shine
Fun fact - if there were no Wildcard spots, we'd have half the amount of relevant games this weekend. Corbin, Ben and Brett Deledio run through the big questions for every match of round 20 like why North Melbourne and Gold Coast are officially done if they lose, which older Magpies should retire and why the Demons have a better shot than Geelong come September.Plus, why does the
What Hinkley to Devils means for Longmire, Buckley, Hird and co
Ken Hinkley has nabbed the first of three vacant coaching spots so Corbin and Bob Murphy look at Carlton and Essendon's task now and all the names that remain on the table.Fresh off the Monday footy shows, the boys agree that Hinkley is the right pick for Tassie, why John Longmire could easily miss out on all three roles, where the Hird push lies at the moment and why Nathan Buck
AFL Monday: Devil's in the detail and who has the best run to finals?
Tasmania Devils Chair Grant O'Brien joined the program from Tasmania off the back of Ken Hinkley’s appointment as the club’s inaugural head coach. Where does this leave other coaches and clubs? Essendon ruined GWS’s day, ensuring they don’t spend the week in the top 10. Who out of the eight-win teams has the best chance of making finals? Plus, all the wash-up from Round 19.ABC AF
Bombers rejoice and Ken to the den
Essendon have won their first game in 99 days, holding off GWS by three points and it’s hard not to be happy for them. Ken Hinkley is set to become the first coach of Tasmania, but is he the right choice and who missed out? Are the teams in the wildcard spots truly finals contenders? Plus, a wrap of all the big issues out of Round 19.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben
AFL Saturday: Adelaide have reason to crow and who is the second-best team?
Are the Crows better placed now than they were in 2025? The coaching conversation continues to swirl around Carlton and Essendon. Is it a failure if North Melbourne don't play finals? Plus, all the latest news from Round 19.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep div
Cats claw one back, but at what injury cost?
Geelong can breathe a sigh of relief as St Kilda aren’t able to break their 27-year hoodoo down the highway, but they do have some big injury concerns. Is Jacob van Rooyen the most improved player at Melbourne? Is Adem Yze escaping too much criticism? Plus, all the big questions answered ahead this weekend of footy.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined
Why Essendon losses hurt Hird's chances and did Hardwick go too far?
The Monday night footy shows don't rest and neither do Corbin and Bob Murphy who sort the fact from fiction. Do the pile up of Bombers losses under Solomon hurt James Hird's coaching aspirations, Fremantle should be cheering for Sydney Swans in 2026 and have Craig McRae and Collingwood changed their 'players over picks' motto?Plus do they need to fix Adelaide Oval or can the coac
AFL Monday: Is Geelong’s season over? And All-Australian spots up for grabs
With Jeremy Cameron requiring surgery, are Geelong’s finals dreams still intact? Is the game too hard to umpire now? Who is playing for All-Australian spots in the last six weeks? Plus, all the latest injury updates from Round 18.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, de
Battle of the fittest and who is short-sighted about their future?
Best ability is availability, so how are injuries affecting the home run for many clubs, could it cost them finals? How does Alex Pearce fare in the All-Australian captain race? Do we believe players and coaches anymore when they say they haven’t thought about their futures? Plus, Ben gives us his top five weirdest things about our game.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and B
AFL Saturday: Pies still alive, Sydney's second half slump and Josh Carr on Butters
Collingwood get back to their close game winning ways, can they still make some noise in 2026? Did Thursday night say more about Fremantle or Sydney? Port Adelaide senior coach Josh Carr joins the show, and is the AFL's push into India worthwhile?
Is it Daicos' Brownlow to lose and our first top of the table clash
Sharrod Wellingham steps in for Lids to preview round 18 with Corbin and Ben and brings with him some top tier analysis and a gold Buddy Franklin story.The boys assess the Dockers and Swans flag credentials and the Mason Cox v Sean Darcy debate, if St Kilda are borderline flat track bullies, can the Gold Coast Titans help the Suns tackling woes, is Gawn or Kozzy the most importan
Longmuir's Fremantle worries and why the umpire contact has been overblown
Corbin and Bob Murphy spend Monday night in front of the TV and deliver the most important stories to you. Fremantle are front and centre after their loss to GWS and the boys wonder how the "worrier" Longmuir would feel, why he's the likely coach of the year ahead of Stephen King and is their possible drought breaker the best story of the 2026 contenders.As well, there's confusio
AFL Monday: Essendon’s woes run deeper than the coach and the melee fallout
How long does it take for real change to take effect at a football club? What explains the stark difference between caretaker coaches Fraser and Solomon? It being 6-7 Appreciation Day, who are your favourite players to have worn the number 6 or 7 on their guernsey. Plus, all the latest news from Round 17.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rollin
Melee madness and setting Suns
More than 20 fines and a suspension were handed down by the MRO for rough conduct, engaging in a melee and umpire contact during Gold Coast v Collingwood. What happened and are the sanctions fair? What’s going on with the Suns and how have they fallen to where they are on the ladder? Plus, how can those in the Carlton coaching race respect the process?ABC AFL commentators Corbin
AFL Saturday: Is Brisbane still the team to beat?
Join Ben Cameron, Luke Ball and Mick Malthouse as they bring you up to date with all the latest AFL news. Has Brisbane solidified itself as a premiership contender? Is Sydney ready for its top of the table clash with Fremantle? Plus, is everyone OK with Lachie Neale’s meetings?ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL player
Lions pounce on Cats and where is Lachie Neale window shopping?
A seesawing feline affair ultimately saw Brisbane prevail, so where did Geelong go wrong? While Lachie Neale is in town, he’s reportedly meeting with several clubs. What could this free agent be looking for? Does Adelaide have a big-game issue? Should Hawthorn go after Zach Merrett again? Have we lost respect for the jumper? Plus, all the big Round 17 questions answered.ABC AFL c
AFL's unnerving and raw concussion debate and it's Freo's flag to lose
Off the back of the "incredibly difficult" to watch Four Corners episode on concussion and CTE, Bob Murphy reflects on his former Bulldogs teammate Matty Robbins' vulnerability and what the AFL needs to do from here.Corbin and Bob also digest the biggest talking points out of the Monday footy shows including why the premiership is Fremantle's to lose, what Essendon's coaching cri
AFL Monday: What does the AFL need to fix and can Roos make finals?
How frustrated are fans with the ARC and what can the AFL do about it? Does North Melbourne stand a chance of making finals? Should Essendon publicly target Josh Fraser as their head coach? Plus, the team revisits their predictions from Opening Round.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game t
‘Ugly’ Essendon and what is the greatest rivalry in footy?
Essendon were unable to get over the line against North Melbourne and the stats weren’t pretty. What needs to change at the club? After Port Adelaide’s impressive upset win over Adelaide last night, is the Showdown the best rivalry in footy? Is the AFL too far into the weeds when it comes to the rules? Plus, all the latest news from Round 16.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas
AFL Saturday: Should the AFL give Brisbane back their six points?
After the AFL incorrectly disallowed a Brisbane goal, head coach Chris Fagan believes the score should be amended. West Coast’s head coach Andrew McQualter also joins the program ahead of the Eagles’ clash with Carlton. Plus, all the latest news from Round 16.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of t
Deledio says no contact training is nonsensical and full round 16 preview
Corbin & Lids preview the round ahead but first go deep on whether the AFL's proposal to limit contact training in 2027 could actually result in more injuries.The final bye round is here and includes what might be the last Showdown for Zak Butters and/or Tex Walker. Plus, the Mason Cox v Sean Darcy predicament is real, why Errol Gulden makes the Swans infinitely better, do we
Carlton need to forget about optics and Essendon are missing their soul
The Monday footy show meat-fest continues and Ben Cameron and Bob Murphy are seated at the banquet with Carlton, Essendon and St Kilda on the menu.Bob reckons Josh Fraser wants to coach Carlton and will put his hand up and in turn, Carlton can't worry about past decisions or future failures. The Bombers are hell-bent on needing an 'Essendon person', so does that narrow their sear
AFL Monday: CEOs discuss fixture reform and coaching questions continue
Josh Fraser is making a strong case for an ongoing coaching role at Carlton, but which club is most appealing? The CEOs got together today, what was on their agenda? Is the Wildcard Round winning fans over? Plus, all the winners and losers from the weekend.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the
All aboard the Fraser ferry and the Nas v Bont battle
It’s hard to ignore Josh Fraser’s success as he takes Carlton to their fifth straight win, but just don’t mention a train. Even though the Bulldogs took the four points, who contributed more to the match, Wanganeen-Milera or Bontempelli? Was the final quarter of Collingwood v Port Adelaide the worst quarter of football we’ve seen this year? Plus, all the wash-up from Round 15.ABC
AFL Saturday: Matthew Nicks 'We're a lot better than last year'
AFL Saturday, with Corbin Middlemas, Mick Malthouse and Luke Ball, discussing the big issues making news in the AFL in Round 15. The team wrap up the two games so far, with Fremantle and Hawthorn both stamping themselves as genuine Premiership contenders, ask where Tim English plays in 2027, and are joined by Adelaide Coach Matthew Nicks ahead of their clash with the Demons at th
What the Suns could learn from Ben Cousins and the SA litmus test
Corbin, Ben and Brett Deledio cast an eye over round 15 including a huge examination for the Demons away from the MCG and why Ben Cousins might have a lesson for the Gold Coast Suns amid rumours of player and coach disharmony.There's also a question mark on how Carlton approach their game and the rest of the year, Daicos goes head to head with Butters, Jy Simpkin's social media c
The Tim English x Zak Butters theory Bob Murphy regrets saying
Corbin and Bob feast on the Monday footy shows and debate why Tim English would want to leave the Bulldogs, where the Zak Butters needle is leaning and why Carlton are getting in their own way again.The guys also time stamp their three head coach picks for Carlton, Essendon and Tasmania - even though the Tassie licence is still not granted. Plus, why mature age recruits are a "gi
