. Aidan Cellini 9 min read Getty Images With some of the biggest names in the game facing free agency, we're taking a look at. See www.heraldsun.com.au/subscriptionterms for full details. Andrew Gaff is believed to have triggered another four years on his deal to remain an Eagle until 2024, while Kennedy is keen to play next season after previously contemplating retirement. With not a lot of out-of-contract stars, the Swans do need to cover their bases, with Paddy McCartin looking like signing on. An interrupted 2020 season was a rare passage of inconsistency for a player who is a staple in the starting 22. Willie Rioli is such an important figure up forward and when he goes through the midfield for West Coast. Our Privacy Policy includes important information about our collection, use and disclosure of your personal information (including to provide you with targeted advertising based on your online activities). His versatility is exceptional and he was in ominous touch during last weeks pre-season match against Hawthorn, finishing with 26 disposals at 84 per cent efficiency to go with two goals. Other key signings: Jake Lloyd, Lance Franklin, Oliver Florent. However, the talented left-footer is a quality footballer for the Power, complementing tough-nuts Ollie Wines and Travis Boak, with his spread and ball-use. Of the 109 players on the free agency list for 2022, 101 are unrestricted free agents. Playing alongside Joe Daniher and Charlie Cameron, the Lions have a death-by-a-thousand-cuts approach as if one of their stars doesn't get you, the other will and McStay is the perfect role player and still yet to hit his prime. At 26, Amon is nearing the peak of his powers and is perhaps the most important out of contract player to deal with at the Power. How will their lists look at the end of trade period? Other key signings: Connor Nash, Chad Wingard, Emerson Jeka, Daniel Howe, Tom Phillips. The talented forward is only 24-years-old and has plenty of good years ahead of him. The search can be expanded by selecting a main position of play. Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. Melican is the player of most interest here. It explains that if you do not provide us with information we have requested from you, we may not be able to provide you with the goods and services you require. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. In the spirit of reconciliation the AFL acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. Other key signings: Matthew Owies, Oscar McDonald, Will Setterfield, David Cunningham. Prices after the first 12 months may be varied as per full Terms and Conditions. The star player has been deployed in the forward line in absence of Toby Greene but is also one of the elite midfielders alongside Tom Green. The Australian Digital + Weekend Paper Subscription costs $8 billed every 4 weeks for the first 12 weeks, then $48 billed every 4 weeks. Josh Kennedy is inching closer to Tom Hawkins in the race for the Coleman Medal, with two early goals in the second half, Out of contract: Ben Cavarra, Taylor Duryea, Ryan Gardner, Billy Gowers, Fergus Greene, Will Hayes, Lin Jong, Buku Khamis, Brad Lynch, Callum Porter, Roarke Smith, Matthew Suckling, Jordon Sweet, Jackson Trengove, Lachie Young. No cancellations during the first 12 months. McGrath is acknowledged as a future leader and is why his significance to his club's fate is paramount. Out of contract: Callum Brown, Jack Buckley, Jye Caldwell, Jeremy Cameron, Jackson Hately, Zac Langdon, Daniel Lloyd, Shane Mumford, Xavier O'Halloran, Sam Reid, Zach Sproule. The 26-year-old has battled injuries but looks to be coming into his straps, competing well against the competition's best. However, of the very little young talent they do coming out of contract, Max Holmes seems to be one they'd want to lock away. Contract Status: Out of contract 2023 My Boy Draft 2022: Claim here. They can accept an offer from a rival club, but their current club has the choice to match the offer made to them and they must then seek a trade if they still wish to move clubs. The League ran trials with a fourth field umpire in 2015, but decided against introducing the extra official permanently.. INS AND OUTS Every club's full list changes ahead of 2023. AFL Players Off Contract 2022. Western Bulldogs young stars soar for a pair of epic pre-season marks, Stephen Coniglio crunched in a brutal hit that rocked the midfielder, WATCH: When Roos collide - some nasty friendly fire in lead up to North Melbourne goal, Tom Berry upended in what was compared to an awkward rugby league spear tackle, Beware Saints' new tagger, outrageous Errol, and a September smoky: Talking points from AAMI Community Series Day 2, WATCH: Liam Ryan gets golden chance to poleaxe unsuspecting Crows teen, doesn't miss out, WATCH: Awesome training footage of mic'd up Ross Lyon mentoring young Saint, 'Dangerous tackle?' cost) every 4 weeks unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions. Full Digital Access + Weekend Paper Delivery 12 Month Plan costs $312 (min. Negotiations are ongoing with Waterman, who's been a good contributor either side of breaking a hand in mid-August. Prices after the first 12 months may be varied as per full Terms and Conditions. How long is too long for a coach's tenure? Prices after the introductory pricing period may be varied in accordance with the full Terms and Conditions. Then, after the initial 28 days it is $28 billed approximately 4 weekly. Out of contract (8): Isaac Chugg, Mason Cox, Max Lynch, John Noble, Scott Pendlebury, Jay Rantall, Brayden Sier, Josh Thomas. Sturts three goals on AFL debut were mightily impressive and its only injury that has stopped him from following on and developing at senior level. (Only applies if home delivery is included in your package), Subscriber-only newsletters straight to your inbox, Todays Paper, a digital replica of the newspaper, SuperCoach Plus for stats, analysis, tips and more, Saturday and Sunday paper delivery* (Not available in all areas). Zurhaar has been a shining light over the past few years for North Melbourne and would be a key signing as they rebuild the club from the ground up. Ablett remains committed to retiring at season's end, but this year's Coleman medallist, Hawkins, is nearing a new agreement. Chris Scott's list is filled with experience and is sometimes deemed too 'senior' as the Cats have been quizzed on whether or not they should rebuild. See www.heraldsun.com.au/subscriptionterms for full details. . SUBSCRIBE to see whos unsigned at your club and their likely fate. AFL Player #25: Jake Stringer - Hamstring tightness, still in contention for round 1 . Despite a call by on-lookers and 'experts' to potentially offer up Walker to a club in the premiership window, the 32-year-old still has a lot to offer on and off the field, and proves to be one of few experienced campaigners required at Adelaide. With some of the biggest names in the game facing free agency, we're taking a look at which players are out-of-contract at the conclusion of 2022 and who your club should re-sign immediately. cost) every 4 weeks unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions. Subscription automatically renews at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. Try 14-Days Free Now >, NEW FOX FOOTY PODCAST - Round 1 preview & ladder predictions, Listen below or subscribe in Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Brandan Parfitt should be one of Geelongs contract priorities (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images), Luke Jackson is primed for another big year after a whirlwind start to his AFL career (Photo by Michael Klein). McGrath isn't going anywhere and will agree to a two-year deal once the salary cap figure is locked in. Not in conjunction with any other offer. Pictures: AFL Photos, Jarrod Harbrow looks set to play on in 2021. Unlikely to go anywhere else, Rioli's signature is still one the Tigers would want sooner rather than later, as he has plenty of good footy ahead of him. The standards he sets will be invaluable to the new crop of draftees coming through and his signature is a must. Lester's had a string of one-year deals and is set to score another after a solid season in defence. AFL out-of-contract players: Who's yet to re-sign at your club? AFL out-of-contract players: Who's yet to re-sign at your club. Its for good reason too, with Lance Franklin coming to the end of his mammoth contract and the huge investment placed in McDonald by the Swans when they took him with pick No.4 in 2020. A lot of speculation in West Coast's list as some suggest try to trade out some of their stars. Player earnings have surged to record highs in the AFL with twelve players pocketing more than $1 million last year. There are some interesting names on this list none more so than former captain Viney, a restricted free agent who is drawing interest from the likes of Geelong. No matter what position he eventually settles into, McGrath will be one of the Bombers most important figures in helping take it to the next level potentially even contending for a premiership in the years to come. cost) every 4 weeks unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions. Veteran Taylor Walker is looking likely to continue his AFL career with the Crows, as the star full-forward doesn't appear to be slowing down. Pearce is also flagged as a future leader. They can accept an offer from a rival club and if they do then this is processed immediately. To the Dockers credit, theyve sewn up most of their out of contract stars, while David Mundy will continue on with a one-year contract as he continues to defy father time. Rioli has now played in all positions on the ground and looks most dangerous across the halfback. The Bulldogs were beaten by Melbourne to the tune of 74 points in this year's Grand Final . THE ONGOING negotiations about playing list sizes continue to create uncertainty for footballers' future, but decisions are starting to be made for many of them. Outside of that group, there's positive movement on a new deal for Langford, Gleesonhas a contract trigger in place, and Snelling should get another season after a top-10 best and fairest finish. Injury has been cruel to the 20-year-old since being taken with pick No.13 in the 2019 draft, but what he has shown in his time on the field has been mouth-watering. By Jon Ralph. Melbournes Angus Brayshaw is another player to keep a close eye on as the Demons look to lock down their premiership roster but whether they have enough salary cap space to keep all their stars remains to be seen, with young Luke Jackson targeted by WA clubs.