The Bombers have asked the AFL for assistance, but why won't they get it?

Richmond has unveiled a unique guernsey that is very similar to a rivals.

While there's plenty of movement around Geelong's Tyson Stengle and Patrick Dangerfield.

All that and more from media buzz...

Why Essendon's assistance plea will fail

The Bombers are in discussions with the AFL over an assistance package after slumping to 18th on the ladder shortly after sacking their senior coach.

However, Essendon's plea isn't expected to get over the line for multiple reasons:

  • They've had 10 first-round selections in six years
  • They have a war chest they've yet to use ($3million)
  • The next draft rules is likely to grant the Bombers an extra first-round pick, if they bid on Cody Walker with Pick 1 (as the ladder stands now)

Richmond unveil unique guernsey design

The Tigers will wear a "stealth strip" in Round 17 against Carlton.

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It's a throwback to the 1995-2004 era when Richmond's home jumper was all black with yellow numbers.

Longmire responds to trio of coaching vacancies

Sydney premiership coach John Longmire has yet to decide whether he'll push for the coaching vacancies at Carlton, Essendon or Tasmania.

“(The) quick answer is no," Longmire said on AFL360.

“I'm just waiting to see what transpires, and see how it all plays out.

“As I said a few weeks ago, things become a bit clearer as time passes, (but) at the moment, that's how it sits with me.

“I know everyone wants a yes or no decision, but nothing's changed from a couple of weeks ago from my perspective.”

Worrying Giants coach admission regarding star's future

GWS coach Adam Kingsley is still unsure what captain Toby Greene will do regarding his future.

Greene is out of contract, and has an interest in returning to Victoria, the state he grew up, but a call on when that is, is yet to be decided.

Kingsley doesn't know if he will stay in Giants colours, but is assured the decision won't impact his ability and influence on games.

"We're very hopeful he stays."

Carlton loved Voss, just not as a coach

The Blues have a new lease on life following the departure of Michael Voss as senior coach, reflected by three consecutive wins under caretaker Josh Fraser.

According to a report on the Agenda Setters, players loved Voss as a person, but struggled with his coaching tactics and strategies, which ultimately didn't hold up.

The Stengle return

The AFL has given Geelong the green tick for Tyson Stengle to return to football after a tumultuous season to date due to personal issues.

Stengle hasn't played a game in 2026, and has been following the league's medical model, according to SEN.

He has returned to training last week, and is considered a chance to play VFL football this week.

Danger, Danger, Danger

Geelong veteran Patrick Dangerfield has a desire to continue playing in 2027 in a bid to continue the Cats' incredible premiership contention.

Dangerfield is out of contract, and has played eight games thus far, kicking a goal in every match.

The former Crow has played 368 games, and a new deal for next season will put him in range for the 400-game mark, joining the illustrious six-man club.

No discussions have yet to ramp up, according to the Herald Sun, but there's an understanding both parties would continue the relationship.

Out-of-favour Blue on the lookout

Carlton's Blake Acres is understood to be open to a move to a fourth club after spending majority of the first half of the year in the reserves.

Acres is contracted for next year, but could face an uncertain future amid a new era at Ikon Park, which will include a new senior coach.

AFL Media suggested the winger will keep his options open at season's end.

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