With AFL broadcasters now granted the ability to field their own team for games of the season in 2025, fans can prepare for a wealth of new talent and opportunities for pundits in all corners of the media landscape.
The AFL media coverage is expansive and ranges from commentary to breaking news and expert analysis.
Below we've listed six of the AFL media's most exciting up-and-comers who may already be established commentators, players or media personalities, and are now beginning to make their mark in the world of AFL football.
6. Rory Sloane
Sloane played 255 games for the Adelaide Crows, including captaining the club for six years. As of 2025, he has decided to make a career in the media, joining Channel Nine's panel of experts on Footy Classified for the 2025 AFL season as well as the Sunday Footy Show.
As well as his role with Channel Nine, Sloane will also be a part of 3AW's radio broadcasts as an expert commentator.
With his long career at AFL level, Sloane is in a position to forge a career in the media like many ex-players before him.
