An NRL icon almost made the code switch in 2010, revealing he met with the then-coach of a big-four club three times.
One of Port Adelaide star Zak Butters' suitors is set to host a formal meeting as he weighs up his decision.
And who will select Tasmania's theme song?
All that and more from media buzz...
Inglis the Bomber?
NRL star Greg Inglis revealed he almost became an Essendon AFL player in 2010.
"It's true," Inglis said on The Howie Games.
"I wanted to stay at Melbourne (Storm) in 2010. I had three meetings with Essendon and James Hird. Found out very quick how much running they do but those meetings were all set to go, but I had a change of mind, and obviously went to the Souths.
"Absolutely (they were open to having me). Meetings with Hirdy, the high-performance team, going through all the basics stuff to sign a player.
"I would've gone alright. They would've played me full forward. Three meetings with them, it was almost a done deal."
Geelong set for "formal meeting" with Butters
Geelong is gunning for a proper meeting with Port Adelaide star Zak Butters.
The Power free agent has met with his suitors in the Western Bulldogs, Collingwood and Richmond, with the Cats set to make a serious play for him.
"I think this just highlights that Zak Butters is still in his decision-making process." 🐱👀
🗣️ Mitch Cleary on Geelong planning to have a "formal meeting" with Zak Butters pic.twitter.com/j1oiKat4YZ
— 7AFL (@7AFL) July 29, 2026
Giants leader makes trade play at star Roo
GWS captain Toby Greene put his list management cap on years ago when attempting to lure North Melbourne forward Paul Curtis.
The Kangaroo has emerged as one of the best pressure forwards in the competition, and has signed until the end of 2033. But before his major payday, the Giant leader made a play at Curtis.
Toby Greene to Paul Curtis a couple years ago: "How long you got left on your contract? We'll get you down here (to GWS)."
Paul Curtis: "I forgot what I said but I've signed a long-term deal so I guess it's a no."
🗣️ Paul Curtis on Toby Greene's mid-game approach pic.twitter.com/3SbS8eCxiS
— 7AFL (@7AFL) July 29, 2026
Tasmania Devils theme song panel revealed
Richmond great Matthew Richardson is part of the team tasked with selecting Tasmania's inaugural theme song ahead of its entry in 2028.
Richardson, along with Devils CEO Brendon Gale, Megan Gaffney (VFLW captain) and a host of others involved in music, will help determine what tune the Devils will run out to.
Our very own Matthew Richardson is on the panel to create Tasmania's inaugural song 😈
Stream The Agenda Setters on 7plus 👉 https://t.co/M9q2CvkZIN pic.twitter.com/06CmSrI2VM
— 7AFL (@7AFL) July 29, 2026
