The AFL draft is just weeks away. Here’s where the top-40 prospects could land

The AFL draft is just weeks away. Here’s where the top-40 prospects could land

The draft is rapidly approaching and the 2024 class has recruiters salivating over its depth of talent and variety. We rank the top-40 players.

  • byMarc McGowan

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Goodwin urged to ‘lighten up’ amid major Demons leadership overhaul

A football department review to be released on Friday found the events of the past 12 months had weighed heavily on coach Simon Goodwin,making him intense and stressed around players.

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Pert said Melbourne had the best culture he’d seen. His exit shows he was out of touch

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Why top draft prospect went on a media ban after meeting Patrick Cripps

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Jones back to help Melbourne repair relationships

Jones back to help Melbourne repair relationships

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Cats’ defence in AFL probe of Chris Scott over commercial arrangement
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Cats’ defence in AFL probe of Chris Scott over commercial arrangement

The AFL has launched an investigation into Geelong coach Chris Scott’s new role with a finance firm,a major sponsor of the club.

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Why Richmond might not trade for North Melbourne’s pick two

Why Richmond might not trade for North Melbourne’s pick two

The Kangaroos are open to cashing in the No.2 pick in the draft if they can get two decent later picks for it,but the Tigers - who have a wealth of picks - have their eyes on Sam Lalor at No.1 and are reluctant to give up their next selection.

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A tough nut,a cult figure and a champion:Your club’s key 2025 free agents

A tough nut,a cult figure and a champion:Your club’s key 2025 free agents

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Forward planning:Lions meet to craft plan for flag defence without Joe Daniher

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Blues get a fright before holding off gallant Pies;Dreamtime draw complicates AFLW finals equations

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