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Richmond coach tips Baker to stay a Tiger

Out-of-contract star Liam Baker has a big decision to make, with Richmond hopeful of retaining his services as AFL rivals circle.

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Oliver re-signs with Demons until 2030

Melbourne star Clayton Oliver has turned his back on the lucrative free agency market in favour of re-signing with the reigning premiers until the end of 2030.

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Marlin Briscoe, the 1st Black starting quarterback in the AFL, dies at 76

The Nebraska native was a star quarterback for Omaha University before the Denver Broncos drafted him as a cornerback in the 14th round in 1968. He wasn't allowed to compete for the QB job in 1969.

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Lachie Hunter back for Bulldogs in AFL

Lachie Hunter will play his first AFL match since round five when the Western Bulldogs meet Brisbane, having taken time out to deal with personal issues.

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How Craig McRae is reshaping the Collingwood Magpies into a fun and freewheeling AFL team

Collingwood has charged up the AFL ladder during Craig McRae's first season as coach. So how has he carved a new identity for the Magpies, out of the shadow of Nathan Buckley?

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North's Noble comfortable with AFL review

David Noble says he has not sought any assurances over his position as North Melbourne coach amid a review of the AFL club's football operations.

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Netball is facing an identity crisis as it tries to recover financially

Netball Australia's future has been in the spotlight, amid serious financial troubles. Now the governing body faces a delicate balancing act, as it ponders whether to improve the ledger with gambling deals that could alienate players and fans.

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Prestia recovering well after Stewart hit

Richmond midfielder Dion Prestia is likely to miss just one AFL match after he was concussed by a crude bump from Geelong's Tom Stewart.

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St Kilda ruck Marshall signs big AFL deal

Important St Kilda ruckman Rowan Marshall has turned down big offers from rival AFL clubs by signing a new five-year to remain with the Saints.

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Demons give stars time on new AFL deals

Melbourne won't force out-of-contract premiership pair Luke Jackson and Angus Brayshaw into making quick decisions on their AFL futures.

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Marlin Briscoe, the modern era’s first Black quarterback, left an important legacy

The late Marlin Briscoe left a "what-if" legacy in his own football career, and paved the way for every Black quarterback who followed his path.

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AFL aims to close protected zone loophole

Umpires have been told to no longer pay 50m penalties when players run their opponents into the protected area with the intention of creating a split.

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Geelong's Tom Stewart banned for four AFL games for heavy hit on Richmond's Dion Prestia

Geelong defender Tom Stewart is banned for four AFL matches for a hit on Richmond's Dion Prestia that left the Tigers' midfielder concussed.

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I won't be AFL trade bait: Nic Naitanui

West Coast ruckman Nic Naitanui has declared his intention to be an Eagle for life, even if it means receiving one-year contract extensions from this point on.

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De Goey returns to Magpies' AFL training

Jordan De Goey is back at Collingwood, ending his personal leave from the Magpies amid the fallout from the AFL star's ill-fated mid-season trip to Bali.

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AFL superstar Neale re-signs with Lions

Brownlow Medal contender Lachie Neale has put to rest any speculation he could return to Fremantle, recommitting to the Brisbane Lions until the end of 2026.

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Victorian Ham set for Swans' AFLW top pick

Victorian draft prospect and star midfielder Montana Ham is set to head north to Sydney as the AFLW No.1 draft pick.

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NFL World Pays Tribute To Groundbreaking QB Marlin Briscoe

The two-time Super Bowl champion and member of the 1972 Dolphins died Monday at the age of 76.

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Marlin Briscoe, AFL’s first Black quarterback, dies at 76

Marlin Briscoe died at the age of 76. He was the first Black quarterback to start in the AFL.

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Marlin Briscoe, the AFL’s first Black starting quarterback, dies at 76

After playing QB for the Broncos, he became a Pro Bowl receiver with the Bills and won two Super Bowls with the Dolphins. He was a receiver on the 1972 Dolphins team that finished with a perfect season.

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Kangaroos boss pleads for fans' patience

Frustration is growing at North Melbourne amid a 12-game losing streak that has left them anchored to the bottom of the AFL ladder.

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AFL Tribunal bans Stewart for four games

Geelong defender Tom Stewart's high bump on Dion Prestia has earned the Cats star a four-game suspension after he was referred directly to the AFL Tribunal.

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Trail-blazer Majak Daw retires from AFL

Majak Daw, the first Sudanese-born AFL player, says fresh injury battles have made him realise he has to end his career.

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Cats star Stewart prepared for AFL ban

Geelong's Tom Stewart is facing a long ban for his bump on Richmond's Dion Prestia but calls for a send-off rule have met a mixed response.

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Ex-AFL star Fisher's bail decision delayed

Retired AFL star Sam Fisher has applied for bail in Melbourne Magistrates Court after he was charged with trafficking a large commercial quantity of drugs.

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