Damian Barrett and Nathan Schmook bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily.

Will Ashcroft has fully recovered from his ACL injury that cruelled his debut season and a shot at a Grand Final spot, he is ready to return for the Lions this Friday night. The team that started 0-3 is knocking on the door of the 8 and hoping to emulate the Giants and Carlton of 2023. 

The pressure is mounting on Ken Hinkley at Port Adelaide, but is Josh Carr the natural successor to take the reigns should the Power decide to part ways with Kenny? 

Collingwood welcome's back 2 premiership stars for its clash on the Gold Coast, and Fremantle have found another avenue to goal. 

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