Is there a concern about the age profile of Geelong?
Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Geelong went all the way to Grand Final day before being beaten by the Brisbane Lions, will the way the season ended leave scars heading into 2026? While the trade period on-field didn't bring about all the players they were chasing, they have secured Nathan Buckley in an assistant coaching role which will be a positive for their midfield. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Winds of change sweeps through Port while Zak Butters signature is vital to future success
Nathan Schmook and Michael Whiting bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The winds of change have swept through Port Adelaide. Ken Hinkley's 13 year tenure has come to an end, Josh Carr takes over. The signature of Zak Butters is the most important storyline of the year coming up. The targeted recruiting during the trade period to help the club get back to finals will be secondary to the future of the clubs best midfielder. ** This episode was recorded prior to Jason Horne-Francis return to training and foot injury. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Does Jordan De Goey loom as the "big wildcard" for Collingwood?
Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Magpies were the oldest side on the park in 2025, for much of the home and away season they were the best side in the competition but couldn't get past Preliminary Final weekend in September. The quietest trade period under Craig McRae sees them bring in Jack Buller. Can Dan McStay step up in 2026, and more consistency from Jordan De Goey? Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Is it time for Aaron Cadman to demand the oppo's best key defender?
Nathan Schmook and Michael Whiting bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Giants have brought in Clayton Oliver to help them in the midfield next year. He will no doubt add to the depth of the side and relish being outside the Victorian bubble. The club will re-sign Jake Stringer through the rookie draft to support Jesse Hogan again but 2026 is shaping as the year Aaron Cadman announces himself. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Curnow provides a reason for optimism at the Swans ahead of 2026
Nathan Schmook and Michael Whiting bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Sydney missed out on September in Dean Cox's first season after reaching the Grand Final in 2024. There's many people expecting them to bolt back up the table with Charlie Curnow, the rockstar key forward joining during the trade period. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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