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After a disappointing 2025 finals series, Adelaide is looking to start 2026 with a win over Collingwood. Meanwhile the Pies are coming off an impressive Opening Round victory that saw impressive performances from Scott Pendlebury and Jordan De Goey.
Chad Wingard explains why Luke Jackson reminds him of Justin Westhoff and why the Cats need to invest in an A-grade ruckman.
The Lions will be missing four premiership players for their Round One clash against Sydney but club favourite Lincoln McCarthy is close to a return after nearly two years on the sidelines. Chad also analyses the recruitment of Charlie Curnow and Oscar Allen and predicts which key forward will have the biggest impact for their new side in 2026.
The Round Ahead panel discuss Jake Stringer’s early impact for GWS, no love lost between Marcus Bontempelli and Toby Greene, Michael Sellwood’s emotional debut and why they believe Ed Richards will become a top five player in the competition by season’s end.
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