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On the eve of 2012 home and away season, we analyse each club, assess the strengths and weaknesses, and pick the best 22.

Powerful motivation

Port Adelaide faces a difficult season, but should be confident of improving on a disappointing 2011 Thursday, March 29, 2012 - 6:15 AM

New era, same ambitions for Saints

After a raft of changes over summer, St Kilda will be hoping to reclaim its position at the pointy end of the AFL ladder Thursday, March 29, 2012 - 6:15 AM

Getting the bite back at the kennel

Brendan McCartney has the Doggies snarling, but they face a hard climb back into contention Wednesday, March 28, 2012 - 6:17 AM

Eagles eye next step

West Coast will aim to take the next step in 2012, despite an injury-hit forward line Wednesday, March 28, 2012 - 6:00 AM

Roos finally ready to fire

After finishing ninth the past two seasons, North Melbourne will be determined to play finals in 2012 Tuesday, March 27, 2012 - 7:00 AM

Flying up?

The Dons are bigger and stronger, but even James Hird doesn't know what to expect in 2012 Monday, March 26, 2012 - 11:45 PM

Cats flag their intent

Geelong has lost some key players to retirement as it launches its premiership defence Monday, March 26, 2012 - 10:34 AM

Lyon breathes new life into Freo

With a new coach and approach, Fremantle is expected to rise up the ladder in 2012 Monday, March 26, 2012 - 7:00 AM

Suns keen not to coast

Entering its second season, Gold Coast will be desperate to show it has made significant improvement on last year Sunday, March 25, 2012 - 6:03 AM

Time to build respect

A new coach, a flawless pre-season and key players back on the park means the only way is up for the Crows in 2012 Saturday, March 24, 2012 - 6:17 PM

Raw Lions need to roar

After a disappointing 2011, the Brisbane Lions will hope an easier draw and improving youngsters will push them into the top eight in 2012 Saturday, March 24, 2012 - 8:32 AM

One step at a time for Dees

After a tumultuous off-season, Melbourne will aim to unleash a harder edge and force its way up the ladder Saturday, March 24, 2012 - 7:00 AM

AFL Media's time capsule

Every AFL Media writer lays out their predictions for the upcoming season Friday, March 23, 2012 - 1:37 PM

Pendles for the Brownlow

Scott Pendlebury will win this year's Brownlow Medal, according to the writers at AFL Media Friday, March 23, 2012 - 12:55 PM

Silverware on Hawks' radar

It all looks like clicking into place for the Hawks in 2012 and they are the overall flag favourites with AFL.com.au's experts Friday, March 23, 2012 - 10:59 AM

Grand ambitions for tested Pies

Despite pre-season injury concerns, Collingwood should be confident of going one step further than last year Friday, March 23, 2012 - 9:00 AM

Time for Tigers to roar

Richmond needs to build on the improvement it has shown under Damien Hardwick in the last two seasons Thursday, March 22, 2012 - 11:32 PM

Top four or bust for Blues

Brett Ratten's Carlton has declared its target for 2012 - a double-chance in the finals Thursday, March 22, 2012 - 11:30 PM

Giant task for new team

Greater Western Sydney is up against it in its first season in the AFL Wednesday, March 21, 2012 - 3:23 PM

Swans have top four in sights

With a fit list and more goalkickers, the Swans will be hoping the top four is within their grasp in 2012 Wednesday, March 21, 2012 - 12:58 PM

Pre-season snapshot: Western Bulldogs

The Western Bulldogs are determined to add more bite to their list, becoming 'animals' on the training track this summer Thursday, December 29, 2011 - 10:21 AM

Pre-season snapshot: West Coast

Koby Stevens is flying on the track, and the Eagles hope he can help them improve further after an outstanding 2011 Thursday, December 29, 2011 - 9:58 AM

Pre-season snapshot: Sydney Swans

The Swans have done more skill work than ever before at this stage of the pre-season as they strive to make ground on the top four Thursday, December 29, 2011 - 9:44 AM

Pre-season snapshot: St Kilda

St Kilda has embraced its new coach Scott Watters, who has introduced several new ideas in his first pre-season in charge Wednesday, December 28, 2011 - 10:21 AM

Pre-season snapshot: Richmond

With Shane Edwards leading the way, Richmond has attacked its pre-season with a burning desire to beat a top-four side next year Wednesday, December 28, 2011 - 9:58 AM

Pre-season snapshot: Port Adelaide

Port Adelaide's pre-season has involved a New Zealand training camp, and plenty of intensity - which even boiled over at one stage Wednesday, December 28, 2011 - 9:34 AM

Pre-season snapshot: North Melbourne

North Melbourne's young list has benefited from an altitude training camp as the club aims to gain ground on the competition Tuesday, December 27, 2011 - 10:52 AM

Pre-season snapshot: Melbourne

Melbourne's pre-season training has featured a mix of gut-busting running and Mark Neeld's football education Tuesday, December 27, 2011 - 10:27 AM

Pre-season snapshot: Hawthorn

Hawthorn's mature list is being pushed to the limit like never before, which the club feels is vital if it is to win a flag Tuesday, December 27, 2011 - 10:07 AM

Pre-season snapshot: GWS

GWS faces a huge challenge getting its young list AFL-ready for the start of its inaugural season Monday, December 26, 2011 - 10:19 AM

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