AFL Daily

Sarah Olle, Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich are in recap mode on AFL Daily for season 2025. In this edition, relive the moments that made us smile this year. From the Brisbane Lions back to back title on the last Saturday in September, all the way to Seth Campbell's backflip as the Tigers produced a come-from-behind special to start the year. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Pignataro brings you the latest news on AFL Daily. The Eagles have given Willem Duursma the mantle of being the #1 pick from the 2025 AFL Draft last night. As well as being one of the more hungrier teams on the night bidding on academy and father/son prospects. Gold Coast got busy matching each bid that came for their academy talent inside the top 20, the Blues were able to get their father/son and the Bombers used pick 9 to select a draft bolter. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Saints were the most ruthless club in October bringing in 5 players during the trade period as well as pulling the rug out from under Leek Aleer. Will it result in a more ruthless edge on the field in 2026? Only time will tell. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Another year of the same old and there's no much more on the horizon of 2026 for the Kangaroos. Harry Sheezel had another stellar season but there's not much else to write home about. Al Clarkson heads into his fourth year as the coach that's under the most pressure. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Blues became one of the most active clubs during the trade period, and while they lost 3 big players, they acquired Will Hayward & Oli Florent. After spending his debut year on the sidelines Jagga Smith will be unveiled in 2026 as well as father-son prospect Harry Dean. Graham Wright, the agent of change has stuck with Michael Voss who is under pressure going into his final season under contract. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The AFL has introduced a Wildcard Finals Round to the 2026 fixture. It will mean from 2026 the finals will extend out to a top 10 with the top 6 six having a finals bye. AFLW moves into its second week of the finals, the Kangaroos flexing their muscles thumping the Hawks while the Lions have made a sixth straight Preliminary Final. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. All eyes at Essendon will be on Zach Merrett for the first day of pre-season after his trade request to Hawthorn was denied. Finishing 2025 the Bombers fell on a 13-game losing streak and injuries left, right and centre. They're all hopeful for a much more positive outlook in 2026. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan Schmook and Michael Whiting bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Despite finishing the 2025 season on top of the ladder the Crows went winless through the finals and bundled out in straight sets. The summer will be spent thinking about what went wrong when it matters most but the Crows will be out for redemption come September of 2026. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Demons had the most wholesale changes of any club over the off-season, they'll enter 2026 with a new President, CEO and coach. They'll also be without 2 of the midfield stars in Christian Petracca and Clayton Oliver. With all this change happening, it's looking like a tough first year under the new coach Steven King. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Hawthorn missed big during the trade period, will that come back to haunt them right throughout 2026? With what they do have on their list, can they get a full body of work from the likes of Will Day, Mitch Lewis and Calsher Dear? Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan Schmook and Michael Whiting bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Fremantle were one of the quieter sides during the trade period but did what they had to do to secure Judd McVee. 2026 will have a different outlook with Nat Fyfe and Michael Walters retiring, but they have the core group that is ready to perform and show they have a ruthless edge about them. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan Schmook and Michael Whiting bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Can anyone dismantle the 2x reigning premiers in 2026? Adding Oscar Allen and Sam Draper to an already star-studded line up will make it incredibly difficult for anyone to dismiss the Lions again next season. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Kate McCarthy bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Seven rule changes have been made ahead of the AFL season for 2026 in a continued attempt to speed up the game. Richmond are in focus after a lean year in 2025 what is a pass mark for the Tigers in 2026? Plus, the final home and away round of the AFLW season with plenty on the line. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan Schmook and Michael Whiting bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. After a history making 2025 can the SUNS go even further in 2026? With the additions of Christian Petracca and Jamarra Ugle-Hagan it's impossible to think otherwise. Bailey Humphrey may feel like he owes the club after his attempt at leaving during the trade period, and can they get the signature of Ben King locked away early in the season to quash any discussion of him heading home to Victoria? Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan Schmook and Michael Whiting bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. West Coast are in focus after their tumultuous 1-win season under new coach Andrew McQualter. Has the mood changed around 'Mini' heading into his second season at the helm? How pivotal will picks 1 and 2 be in this years draft for the club that's seemingly been in free-fall since the 2018 premiership. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Western Bulldogs missed the 8 in 2025, what steps do they need to put in place to get there in 2026. A fully fit and firing Cody Weightman will definitely help the forward line but what can they do about the backline that at times proved to be dysfunctional? Andrew Dillon speaks out about putting Bailey Smith on notice, and the AFLW heads into its final home and away round with spots inside the 8 on the line. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Joe Pignataro bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Andrew Welsh is going to be spending the summer attempting to galvanise and stabilise the Essendon footy club. What's the ceiling when it comes to Will Ashcroft who's extended his time at the Lions until 2030? Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Kate McCarthy bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Carlton footy club is in focus with Michael Voss going into 2026 as the coach under the most pressure to perform to keep his position. Is West Coast the best suitor for Tom Mitchell to continue his AFL career? The AFLW headlines heading into the penultimate home and away round of the season with games that are set to shape the top 8. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan Schmook and Michael Whiting bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. With so many players being delisted, we take a look at the names that could find themselves given a second chance in 2026 at another club. Oscar Allen has spoken for the first time since becoming a Lion. Which players will Dean Cox look at for the WA midfield when State of Origin returns? Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Joe Pignataro bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Did the Hawks botch the trade deal to get Zach Merrett over the line? Are they in a stronger position going into 2026 than they were going into 2025? Dean Cox opens up about the tough conversations held with Will Hayward & Oli Florent. The Western Bulldogs have parted ways with their Norm Smith Medallist, Jason Johannisen. And, State of Origin footy is back! Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Collingwood didn't do a lot during this years trade period, they're going all-in again with their older brigade in 2026, will it come back to bite them? Melbourne are going in a vastly different direction without Petracca and Oliver, heading to the draft with first round picks. The second last round of the AFLW home and away season, and still we're no closer to finding a team that can challenge the Kangaroos. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Christian Petracca joining the SUNS means on paper they have one of the best midfields heading into the 2026 season. Given all the issues at the Demons over the past couple of seasons, Jack Steele's recruitment is one of perfection given his calibre and character. Was Tassie within its rights to congratulate Nathan Buckley on his appointment to the role of Geelong's midfield coach? Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Kate McCarthy bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Sydney have secured the rockstar, the city needs a rockstar. Someone to be the face of the club, and while Charlie Curnow may not live the media limelight, he dominates on the field and that's what they'll be expecting from him in 2026. Have St Kilda come under enough scrutiny for pushing its own captain out the doors? The clubs have retained some of the power this trade period and may have just shown others how it is done. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Joe Pignataro bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. A fascinating final day of the 2025 Trade Period with Hawthorn not able to facilitate a trade deal with Essendon for their captain Zach Merrett. Charlie Curnow is the next rockstar forward of the Swans after they put forward three first round picks to take the 2x Coleman Medallist off the Blues. A handful of deals that didn't get done include Callum Ah Chee to Brisbane, he will walk to Adelaide through the pre-season draft plus the Gold Coast SUNS are in a strong position after securing Christian Petracca. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan Schmook and Michael Whiting bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Trade Deadline Day is here: Zach Merrett, Christian Petracca, Clayton Oliver, Charlie Curnow are just four of the names that are still on the trade table. Will the deals get done in time before 7:30pm tonight. After being snubbed by the Saints Leek Aleer is staying with the Giants for a further couple of seasons. Bailey Humphrey will remain a SUN and Nathan Buckley has found a new coaching home in Geelong. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Sydney has come to play when it comes to its offer to Charlie Curnow. Christian Petracca, Zach Merrett, Clayton Oliver trades are still to be done. Could Steven May find his way back to Melbourne plus the headlines heading into Round 10 of the AFLW. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Sydney has used the weekend to up its offer when it comes to luring Charlie Curnow to the Harbour City. The intrigue around the 3 in-contract captains who are all looking for new homes. Can the SUNS straighten out Jamarra, and the Giants the same with Clayton Oliver? Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Joe Pignataro bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Geelong has made its first move in trying to secure Charlie Curnow. Clayton Oliver nominates the Giants as his new home. Leek Aleer won't be a Saint after they pulled the rug out from under him, and the Gold Coast remain defiant that Bailey Humphrey isn't up for trade. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan Schmook and Michael Whiting bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. We could look back on yesterday with great significance for the embattled Eagles as 2x premiership Lion Brandon Starcevich joins the club, plus they're given pick 2 as compensation for outgoing captain Oscar Allen. Judd McVee could prove to be a steal for the Dockers after the trade went through with the Demons. Sam Flanders is the latest player to join the Saints as we applaud the boldness of the club this period to spice things up amongst its competition. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Laura Spurway bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Clayton Oliver has been captured touring Giants HQ which has sent Collingwood into an "emergency dash" of sorts to make a pitch to the Demons midfielder. Zach Merrett has fractured relationships at the Bombers despite what the public narrative is becoming while a former Bomber takes aim at his old club. Sydney needs a rockstar and they're hellbent on securing Charlie Curnow but at a price that won't compromise their list. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. After Day 1 of the AFL trade period, the Bombers and the Blues are sticking to their guns. Their stars are contracted and going nowhere. St Kilda still has more magic up its sleeve. Jamarra has got a suitor in the SUNS, it'll be up to him to make it work. Should we extend the trade period into the early rounds of the season? Justin Leppitsch thinks so. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Saints are set to be the biggest players in this years trade period, and with all the names that have been linked to the club, there might be another one or two to find their way to Moorabbin. Bailey Humphrey has been papped with Melbourne coach Steven King, Clayton Oliver on a boat in the Sydney Harbour. Brodie Mihocek has opted to make the move from Collingwood to Melbourne to continue his career. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Joe Pignataro bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Zach Merrett has claimed his sixth Crichton Medal and likely given his last speech as captain of the Bombers. Melbourne has told Clayton Oliver to look for options elsewhere to continue his footy while they're open to bringing Petracca back into the fold. Josh Dunkley caps off a stellar season claiming the Lions best and fairest after their premiership success. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Kate McCarthy bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The AFL is keeping across the players who've signed long-term deals and now choosing to request trades halfway through completion of these deals. As well as this, we bid farewell to the bounce, and the AFL's sub rule. Jamie Elliott will finish his career at the Magpies after re-signing with the black and white for a further 2 seasons. Intrigue surrounds Zach Merrett tonight at the Bombers best and fairest count. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan Schmook and Michael Whiting bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Eagles have been granted an AFL assistance package after just 11 wins from its past 91 games. We take a look at how the package could help the battling club. Freo's loss has absolutely been Brisbane's gain when it comes to the trade of Lachie Neale. However, the trade period isn't the only way the Lions have built this premiership side. Has the Giants premiership window closed or are there similarities between the AFL's youngest side and the current premiers? Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Andrew Bassat has again used his Presidents speech at the Saints best and fairest to fire shots back over the fence at opposition clubs and factions of the media who've had a crack at the club. Can Geelong overcome the "footy trauma" when it comes to losing a Grand Final by more than 40 points? Christian Petracca was spotted landing in Adelaide yesterday, will he call the city of churches home in 2026 and is it enough for the Crows to take the next step in their development with the 2021 premiership player on their books? Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Brisbane Lions have gone back-to-back after mauling the Cats at the MCG on Saturday, and many believe they're only just getting started. Geelong has a long off-season ahead of them but could be bringing in James Worpel and Charlie Curnow. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.