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AFL Rising Star Nominations

Your AFL team’s Rising Star eligible players and top contenders for 2026

See which young gun at your club could take out next year’s title.

Mitch Keating - December 14, 2025

AFL Draft

Re-selecting the first 10 picks of the 2020 AFL Draft

We revise the opening of a disappointing draft class.

Brodie Dunn - December 12, 2025

Ben Hobbs

“Massive signing”: Delisted Essendon youngster finds new club

The former first-round pick has locked in his next team.

Mitch Keating - December 11, 2025

Jayden Laverde

Why ex-Essendon defender wanted Giant move to continue AFL career

A close mate, a fresh start, and the chance of a premiership were among the factors behind Jayden Laverde's venture to GWS.

Aidan Cellini - December 10, 2025

AFL News

Collingwood, SA teams to travel as AFL reveals 2026 AAMI Community Series fixture

Seven different venues will play host to the pre-season fixture, with one Victorian stadium holding three games.

Aidan Cellini - December 9, 2025

AFL News

Every AFL team’s backline ranked 1-18

Aidan Cellini - December 8, 2025

AFL News

“Black and white” feedback driving untried Essendon youngster

Jonty Ralphsmith - December 5, 2025

AFL Draft

Re-selecting the first 15 picks of the 2019 AFL Draft

Brodie Dunn - December 4, 2025

AFL News

Essendon reportedly poised to sign Irish defender

Jonty Ralphsmith - November 30, 2025

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Your AFL team’s Rising Star eligible players and best contenders for 2026 title

Your AFL team’s Rising Star eligible players and top contenders for...

Re-selecting the first 10 picks of the 2020 AFL Draft

Re-selecting the first 10 picks of the 2020 AFL Draft

"Anyone can jam it": Heppell returns serve on "smiling" criticism

“Massive signing”: Delisted Essendon youngster finds new club

Jayden-Laverde-and-Clayton-Oliver-at-GWS-training-on-November-24-2025.-Picture-Phil-Hillyard

Why ex-Essendon defender wanted Giant move to continue AFL career

AFLW News

DARWIN, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 26: Grass signage is seen during the 2024 AFLW Round 09 match between the Essendon Bombers and the Richmond Tigers at TIO Stadium on October 26, 2024 in Darwin, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Dreamtime clash returns to Darwin in 2025

Premiership Demon James Harmes to remain away from the club for personal reasons as Goodwin prepares for more selection changes

Retired Demon lands coaching gig

Every pick, prospect from the 2024 AFLW Draft

Every pick, prospect from the 2024 AFLW Draft

Blending past and future helping form Bombers new culture

AFLW: Bombers co-captain ruled out of finals series

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2022 AFL SEASON

Your AFL team’s Rising Star eligible players and top contenders for 2026

Re-selecting the first 10 picks of the 2020 AFL Draft

“Massive signing”: Delisted Essendon youngster finds new club

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Offaly's Cillian Bourke is set to move to AFL outfit Essendon. Photo: Seb Daly/Sportsfile

Essendon confirms signing of Irish superstar

Predicting Every AFL Club’s Next Captain

Predicting every AFL team’s next captain

Tim Watson says former coach deserves second chance

Former Essendon coach joins Tasmania Devils

Essendon reportedly poised to sign Irish defender

Essendon reportedly poised to sign Irish defender

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 25: Dylan Shiel of the Bombers during the 2025 AFL Round 07 match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Essendon Bombers at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on April 25, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by James Wiltshire/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Two-club star call times on AFL career

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 01: Nic Martin of the Bombers celebrates kicking a goalduring the round eight AFL match between Essendon Bombers and North Melbourne Kangaroos at Marvel Stadium, on May 01, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Josh Chadwick/Getty Images)

Essendon injury crisis deepens as star to miss entire 2026 season,...

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 19: Jacob Farrow, Sullivan Robey and Dyson Sharp pose after being selected by the Bombers as part of the 2025 Telstra AFL Draft at Marvel Stadium on November 19, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

Essendon draftee facing limited pre-season

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 07: Brodie McLaughlin of Williamstown celebrates a goal during the 2024 VFL Second Semi Final match between the Brisbane Lions and Williamstown at Brighton Homes Arena on September 07, 2024 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Russell Freeman/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

SSP state of play: The AFL clubs set to make list...

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 10: Jye Caldwell of the Bombers celebrates a goal during the 2024 AFL Round 22 match between the Essendon Bombers and the Gold Coast SUNS at Marvel Stadium on August 10, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

FOUR Essendon players who could succeed Zach Merrett as captain

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 22: Mason Redman and Zach Merrett of the Bombers walk from the field following the round two AFL match between Essendon Bombers and Adelaide Crows at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on March 22, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

Essendon’s Zach Merrett makes captaincy call ahead of 2026 season

GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 08: Zach Merrett of the Bombers kicks the ball during the 2025 AFL Round 22 match between the Geelong Cats and the Essendon Bombers at GMHBA Stadium on August 8, 2025 in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Essendon captain’s draft “pitch” to list manager revealed

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 19: Willem Duursma (Gippsland Power) is presented his jumper by Harley Reid of the Eagles after being drafted with pick one by the West Coast Eagles during the 2025 Telstra AFL Draft at Marvel Stadium on November 19th, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by James Wiltshire/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

The EIGHT draftees leading AFL debut chances for Opening Round/Round 1

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 19: Jacob Farrow, Sullivan Robey and Dyson Sharp pose after being selected by the Bombers as part of the 2025 Telstra AFL Draft at Marvel Stadium on November 19, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

WA draft star set to reunite with former Falcons teammate at...

Veteran Roo reportedly pondering 2024 decision amid rival interest: AFL trade news

Champion ruckman calls time on AFL career, announces new club for...

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 20: Adam Sweid of the Dockers poses for a photo during an AFL Draft Media Opportunity at Marvel Stadium on November 20, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by James Wiltshire/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

“Bring excitement”: Fremantle’s newest draftee ready for the big stage