With the 2020 premiership run and won, the footy world has turned its attention to the offseason. With news constantly breaking about players seeking new homes, here's your one-stop-shop of all the latest confirmed news.
It is 20 years since Essendon went on a destructive 24-1 run to claim their 16th premiership. ESPN's Justin Robertson tracked down 20 key figures, including players, coaches and fitness staff to put together an oral history of that season. This is Part 1.
Melbourne's decline from the heights of 2018 can be traced back to their first three games of 2019, after which Simon Goodwin dramatically changed the Demons' game-style, writes Niall Seewang
This extraordinary season may have some long-lasting silver linings, such as the maturing of attitudes towards traditionally prickly topics like list management, Rohan Connolly writes.
Seven-footer and college basketballer Mate Colina is hoping to become the tallest AFL player to play in the league. His journey onto Richmond's list is fascinating, writes Olgun Uluc.
North Melbourne have one of this year's strongest draft hands despite some massive COVID-19 curveballs. Head of player personnel Scott Clayton talks to ESPN about how they're negotiating the most speculative draft ever.
The win-loss column is ugly but Jude Bolton digs a little deeper to assess Sydney's 2020 campaign, and the list management decisions to come in the off-season.
Coaching is one of footy's mysterious arts, but ESPN is lifting the lid in an exclusive three-part series. This is Part 3, delving into the whole-club puzzle - from the coaches, to admin, to list management.
Clubs and prospects alike are still preparing for the draft despite a lack of action on the field - here's everything you need to know about the current state of play.
Melbourne's midfield woes are personified by Angus Brayshaw, who is fantastic in the contest but sloppy on the outside. That's why they should consider putting his name on the trade table to target Lachie Whitfield, writes Niall Seewang.
10 years ago, then-Hawthorn star Lance Franklin's legend reached another level after two incredible back-to-back goals against Essendon at the MCG. Here's how it unfolded, from the perspective of those closest to him.
For a league that has long pined for exposure and relevance overseas, the AFL could be presented with a golden opportunity to make a mark in the U.S. -- if they're brave enough to do so, writes Niall Seewang.
What would happen if the AFL as we knew it died, and we were given another chance to establish the competition? ESPN.com.au canvasses several opinions looking at teams, finals, the fixture, salary cap, stadia, AFLW and more.
Despite no live action to assess, ESPN.com.au draft expert Chris Doerre has revealed his first Power Rankings of the 2020 draft, having scrutinised the prospects' 2019 seasons closely.
From the worst locker rooms in the league to the best theme songs and social media burner accounts, we spoke to several AFL captains for the first edition of AFL Confidential.
Who are the players we can't wait to watch in action this season? Whether they be stars of the competition, guns returning from injury, traded players or top draftees, we've compiled a list of our 20 must-watch players. Here, we unveil those ranked 10-1.
For decades, Tasmania has craved a standalone AFL team without getting the green light. But a fresh push is gathering momentum. Here's all you need to know.
Who can spoil Richmond's party next year, or will the Tigers prevail again? And who will be the big risers and sliders? Let's take an early stab at how things will stack up next year with our way-too-early ladder predictions for 2020.
Join Matt Walsh, Niall Seewang, Jake Michaels and Christian Joly from Champion Data for some of the best analysis and insight on the ESPNfootytips AFL podcast.
'Metres gained' has become the sexy statistic that's synonymous with modern footy, but what does it mean and just how valuable is it? ESPN and Champion Data have joined forces to break down everything metres gained and explain what it all means.