The anticipated changes to the AFL draft academy bidding rules, the latest updates on the Elijah Hollands situation, and the Tasmanian team's recruitment strategy.

We also look back at the iconic 1995 Anzac Day draw between Collingwood and Essendon.

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Join us as we dissect the biggest stories in the AFL this week. We cover the situation surrounding Carlton's Elijah Hollands and the latest developments in the AFL Tribunal's appeal process regarding Zach Butters. Plus, we discuss the challenges faced by coaching staff in managing player situations on and off the field.

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The fallout from the AFL Tribunal's decision regarding Port Adelaide's Zak Butters. Butters was found guilty of using a slur against umpire Nick Foot.

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This episode of Footy Classified, featuring host Sam McClure and panellists Damian Barrett, Jimmy Bartel, and Matthew Lloyd, covers the major talking points from the AFL's Gather Round including the confrontation between Port Adelaide's Zak Butters and umpire Nick Foot.

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the panel dives deep into the proposed changes to the AFL’s father-son and academy rules, which could see clubs like Carlton, Essendon, and Port Adelaide paying a much steeper price for their legacy talent.

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Sam McClure and the panel analyse the mounting pressure on Michael Voss as Carlton continues a disastrous run of second-half fade-outs.

The team debates whether aiming for a top-ten finish is "embracing mediocrity" while investigating the irony of Adam Simpson mentoring Voss while being a potential replacement.

The episode also critiques Essendon’s defensive disconnect under Brad Scott and reviews the AFL’s decision to maintain the traditional 2:30 PM Grand Final start time.

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• Essendon in Turmoil: Insights into the "tough" post-match player meetings and the confusion surrounding their defensive structures.

• The Coaching Vacuum: A look at the Bombers' inexperienced coaching panel and the recent loss of veteran assistant Daniel Giansiracusa to the Hawks.

• Draft Shake-up: Exclusive details on a radical AFL proposal to award extra end-of-first-round picks to bottom-five clubs to combat the difficulty of rebuilding.

• The Tasmania Problem: Eddie McGuire warns of a "panic button" scenario as stadium delays and global economic shifts threaten the 19th team's timeline.

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• Inside the Bombers' Crisis:

  • Andrew McGrath cleared the rooms for a players-only meeting to address frustrations with defensive efforts and leadership.

  • The panel debates a potential "disconnect" between coach Brad Scott and the playing group.

  • Zack Merritt’s contract status remains a talking point as the club looks toward 2027.

• Saints vs. Lions Turf War:

  • A public spat erupts between Chris Fagan and Ross Lyon over player payments and Northern Academies.

  • Details surface of a behind-the-scenes clash between club presidents Andrew Bassett and Andrew Wellington.

• Round 2 Tactical Review:

  • North Melbourne’s disappointing loss to West Coast after a strong start.

  • Harley Reid’s standout performance and growing maturity.

  • The Adelaide Crows’ struggle under pressure and "safe" play style.

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