Welcome to our first mini-episode for 2026 We’re so excited to bring you this new format and to make this kind of content easier to locate in our feed. 

We kick off the mini-eps for the year by chatting about the new rules to expect in the AFL for the men this season. 

This week’s information is sourced from: 

• ​Explainer: The seven AFL rule changes coming in for 2026 on afl.com.au 
• ​‘No ruckcraft’: Gawn’s concern after early look at new ruck rule on afl.com.au 
• ​AFL reveals SEVEN rule changes for 2026 season in huge attempt to solve growing issue by Jack Jovanovski for Fox Sports 

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