The anticipated changes to the AFL draft academy bidding rules, the latest updates on the Elijah Hollands situation, and the Tasmanian team's recruitment strategy.

We also look back at the iconic 1995 Anzac Day draw between Collingwood and Essendon.

The anticipated changes to the AFL draft academy bidding rules, the latest updates on the Elijah Hollands situation, and the Tasmanian team's recruitment strategy.
We also look back at the iconic 1995 Anzac Day draw between Collingwood and Essendon.

Footy Classified delivers the AFL's best analysis and most fierce debate every Monday and Tuesday night. Eddie McGuire, Sam McClure, Damien Barrett, Matthew Lloyd, Jimmy Bartel, James Hird and Rory Sloane will tackle the game's biggest issues on and off the field.

Footy Classified delivers the AFL's best analysis and most fierce debate every Monday and Tuesday night. Eddie McGuire, Sam McClure, Damien Barrett, Matthew Lloyd, Jimmy Bartel, James Hird and Rory Sloane will tackle the game's biggest issues on and off the field.

Footy Classified

AFL Draft Shake-Up, The Hollands Update, and Anzac Day Memories

Collingwood’s Struggles: The panel discussed Collingwood’s poor performance in the 2026 season and their failed attempt to attract free agents like Gold Coast’s Ben King.


Bobby Hill’s Return: The panel debated when Collingwood should bring back Bobby Hill, who has been out for personal reasons.


Scott Pendlebury’s Milestone: The panel discussed Scott Pendlebury’s upcoming record-breaking game and a special commercial arrangement regarding his jersey.


Carlton’s Future: The panel shared their thoughts on Carlton’s performance and the future of coach Michael Voss.


Grimes’ ACL Injury: The panel discussed the risky medical program Geelong is using for Grimes’ ACL injury.


St Kilda’s Improvement: The panel debated whether St Kilda has shown enough improvement this season.


Port Adelaide’s Season: The panel discussed Port Adelaide’s performance and coach Josh Carr’s comments after their loss to the Western Bulldogs.

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Collingwood&rsquo;s Struggles: The panel discussed Collingwood&rsquo;s poor performance in the 2026 season and their failed attempt to attract free agents like Gold Coast&rsquo;s Ben King.
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Bobby Hill&rsquo;s Return: The panel debated when Collingwood should bring back Bobby Hill, who has been out for personal reasons.
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Scott Pendlebury&rsquo;s Milestone: The panel discussed Scott Pendlebury&rsquo;s upcoming record-breaking game and a special commercial arrangement regarding his jersey.
</li>
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Carlton&rsquo;s Future: The panel shared their thoughts on Carlton&rsquo;s performance and the future of coach Michael Voss.
</li>
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Grimes&rsquo; ACL Injury: The panel discussed the risky medical program Geelong is using for Grimes&rsquo; ACL injury.
</li>
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St Kilda&rsquo;s Improvement: The panel debated whether St Kilda has shown enough improvement this season.
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Port Adelaide&rsquo;s Season: The panel discussed Port Adelaide&rsquo;s performance and coach Josh Carr&rsquo;s comments after their loss to the Western Bulldogs.
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Pies, Pressure, and the Port Adelaide Pivot

The fallout of a $75,000 fine issued to the Carlton Football Club.

The fallout of a $75,000 fine issued to the Carlton Football Club.

Carlton Fined $75,000 as Club Faces Growing Scrutiny

In this episode of Footy Classified, the panel discusses Carlton and Essendon's disappointing seasons, with both teams finding themselves equal last on the ladder in 2026 after Round 8. The team also covers the mixed fortunes of the teams out West, an interesting showdown, and Collingwood's changing stance on the draft.

In this episode of Footy Classified, the panel discusses Carlton and Essendon's disappointing seasons, with both teams finding themselves equal last on the ladder in 2026 after Round 8. The team also covers the mixed fortunes of the teams out West, an interesting showdown, and Collingwood's changing stance on the draft.

AFL Draft Shake-Up, The Hollands Update, and Anzac Day Memories

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