Stevenson denies breakdown in relationship with Gordon

Despite admitting that he did not "fill the dance card" at the Western Bulldogs, outgoing CEO David Stevenson insisted the time was right to depart the club.

Tim Watson thinks Jobe will play on in 2017

Essendon legend Tim Watson believes his son Jobe will play for the Bombers next year after completing a season-long doping ban in a few months' time.

Live AFL: Saturday night footy

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We're back to five AFL games on a Saturday. It's now time for the night-time double-header. Geelong host Adelaide at Simonds Stadium in the match of the round while the Western Bulldogs face St Kilda at Etihad Stadium.

Six pointers: Your guide to round 18

The battle for eighth spot, the blockbuster at Simonds Stadium, Sam Mitchell's 300th game and Justin Leppitsch fighting for his job. Bit going on this round.

Deliberate rushed behind rule to be reviewed

AFL football operations manager Mark Evans has confirmed the controversial deliberate rushed behind rule will be reviewed at the end of the season.

Mitchell: Hodge is Hutch to my Starsky

Sam Mitchell might not be a Hollywood movie star but if he ever landed the role of "Starsky", the Hawthorn champion nominated Luke Hodge to play "Hutch" alongside him.

Jenkins re-signs with Adelaide

Josh Jenkins has turned his back on lucrative offers from rival clubs and re-signed with Adelaide for the next five years.

Hardwick insists Vickery part of Richmond's future

Richmond coach Damien Hardwick has insisted that Ty Vickery remains an "integral part" of the Tigers' future despite being overlooked for senior selection yet again.

Hardwick challenges stars to bring best against Hawks

Richmond coach Damien Hardwick has thrown down the gauntlet to superstar midfielders Dustin Martin and Trent Cotchin ahead of the Tigers' daunting clash with Hawthorn at the MCG on Sunday.