Marc Pittonet and Max Gawn compete in a ruck contest during the 2023 semi-final between Melbourne and Carlton at the MCG. Picture: AFL Photos

IN TODAY'S AFL Daily, star journalists Nat Edwards and Sarah Olle join all the dots on football's big issues.

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- A look ahead as Carlton and Melbourne prepare to renew hostilities
- Harry McKay and Charlie Curnow v Steven May and Jake Lever are among many tantilising match-ups
- Is the writing on the wall for Bailey Smith?
- Sarah and Nat give their thoughts on a premiership ring

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