From acts of bravery, coaches speaking and an insight into the Norm Smith Medal voting process, there was plenty that was said when much of Melbourne was partying in the aftermath of the grand final.
Here is what you missed.
Brisbane fuelled by Wharfie Time
The most telling storyline from the dozens of post-match interviews held with players post game on the broadcast was how Wharfie Time was used by Brisbane as fuel.
Every player referenced how they were instructed to play when they heard the sound and they executed to a tee - none moreso than Will Ashcroft.
Josh Dunkley started waving his arms when it started. His teammates all knew it meant it was time to win the game.
What was meant to fire up Fremantle had that effect for Brisbane.
It was ingrained in the mind of every player.
