In the 2026 AFL season, tension is high as the Brisbane Lions chase a historic third consecutive premiership, while former stars like Christian Petracca and Charlie Curnow settle into new roles at the Gold Coast Suns and Sydney Swans. Collingwood Thu, Apr 30 5:30 AM EDT Regular Season The Silent Star of the 2026 Season
: For the first time, fans watched a game without the traditional center bounce, replaced by a throw-up as part of the 2026 rule changes designed to protect umpires. In the 2026 AFL season, tension is high
: Zach Merrett , having failed to secure an offseason move to the Hawks, played with a heavy heart for the Bombers, his every disposal scrutinized by fans who knew he still wanted out. In the 2026 AFL season