Matt Johnson of Frankston is congratulated by Tom Murphy after kicking a goal during the 2024 Smithy's VFL season. Picture: Josh Chadwick/AFL Photos

Channel 7 commentator and Smithy's VFL State Team chairman of selectors Nigel Carmody joins Joe Pignataro to preview this weekend's Wildcard Round action.

Tune in as Nigel and Joe take a broad brush to the finals contenders and zero in on the two Wildcard matches, which will see reigning premier the Gold Coast Suns host Frankston on Saturday, before Williamstown and Richmond go to battle at DSV Stadium on Sunday.

In this BONUS edition of State of Play you'll hear: 

1:40 - Why Frankston are the feel-good story of 2024

5:10 - Werribee claim the minor premiership for the first time since 2005

8:20 - Geelong and Southport will feature in the finals this year after missing out in 2023

12:10 - What to make of Footscray, Brisbane Lions and Box Hill

13:20 - PREVIEW: Gold Coast Suns vs Frankston

19:20 - PREVIEW: Williamstown vs Richmond

Listen to the full episode below and subscribe to the State of Play: VFL/W Podcast wherever you get your podcast to never miss a moment.