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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.
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.
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.
NOSTALGIA
Remember When: Hudson made a stunning comeback via a chopper
Mention the name of official Australian football legend Peter Hudson, and three things come immediately to mind. First, a record-equalling 150 goals in a season. Next, a serious knee injury. And third and most unusually? A helicopter.
THE BEST COACH IN THE AFL
Is Sam Mitchell the coach of the year?
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?
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.
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.
Top Headlines
- Magpies to fight for finals without star De Goey
- Jaymie Graham another out of running for WC job
- Fractured ribs for Dees' May, return date unknown
- 'Utterly unacceptable': Longmire on Swans loss
- Pendlebury not motivated by AFL games record
- Conor Nash to fly with the Hawks until 2029
- Ellis retires after 251 games, 'amazing' journey
- Pies back CEO Kelly amid allegations in court
- Fyfe's one-match ban upheld at AFL Tribunal
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Expert tips, best tips for Round 21 of the AFL
Who should you be tipping in Round 21 of the AFL? Our footy experts have put their heads together to help you out. So open your ESPN Footytips app, take notes, and get ahead of the game!
ESPN's ultimate Brownlow Medal predictor and tracker - every vote for 2024
The Brownlow Medal is the highest individual honour in the AFL. In 2024, ESPN is giving you an advantage with our one-of-a-kind predictor.
The 50 best AFL players heading into season 2024
The 2024 AFL season gets underway next month. That means it's time for ESPN's annual countdown of the 50 best players in the sport.
Ranking every AFL position group, 1-18: Best, worst defence, forwards, and midfields
We graded positions for every AFL team and stacked them 1 to 18. Who has the best overall list? And which team should you watch out for in 2024?
ESPN's top 20 must-watch players for the 2024 AFL season: 10-1
Who are the AFL players you just love to watch play? Not necessarily the best players in the league, or the most promising, but the ones who make you tune in anytime, anywhere? Here's our top 10.
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