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Can the Hawks handle the occasion? Can Port win at the 'G?

Can the Hawks handle the big occasion? Can Port win at the 'G? We've looked at every club and answered their biggest question ahead of Round 22.

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Round Table: Our favourite 'Dusty' moments

His 2017 Grand Final sealer and jumper tug? His four goals in 2020? Partying with Serena Williams?! Our team of writers have come together to share their favourite Dusty moments ahead of his 300th game.

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ROUND 21 REVIEW

Skipper carries his team; you know the Blues are struggling when...

Essendon's skipper put the team on his back when it mattered most, and one team has emerged as the clear favourite, but Carlton's struggles can be summed up by one star's outing. Here's whose stocks are up and down after Round 21.

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ONE OF THE GREATS

A journey of consistency: How Pendlebury reached the AFL's pantheon

It's not unreasonable to suggest Pendles could be the last 400-game player. And arguably the most striking thing about the feted group beyond merely their longevity is the similarity of the images conjured upon the mention of their names.

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THE BEST COACH IN THE AFL

Is Sam Mitchell the coach of the year?

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RAW DEAL

Umpires are front and centre, but rarely truly acknowledged for their efforts

With the retirements of Ray Chamberlain and Chris Donlon, the AFL is losing 800-games plus experience. Is it doing enough to replace them?

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THE NEXT NO. 1 PICK?

Sid Draper: SANFL exploits could crown SA's next pick 1

Sid Draper has had to overcome injury and adversity in his top age season, but he's done it with aplomb and is back to playing footy with a vengence. It's why he's in the running to be South Australia's next No. 1 draft pick, writes Jasper Chellappah.

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Draft Power Rankings: New No. 1 emerges after National Championships

A new No. 1 has emerged following the U18 National Championships, while some bolters have also made their move after strong showings, writes Jasper Chellappah. Plus, every prospect's carnival stats, in ESPN's July Draft Power Rankings.

MUD ADO ABOUT NOTHING?

Ugly, sure, but dangerous? There's nothing wrong with a bit of mud

Outrage over the conditions at GMHBA Stadium last week might tickle older footy fans, but in a largely sanitised, green-grass league, isn't it nice to have some variation, asks Rohan Connolly.

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