Kane Cornes believes there should be more criticism of Ross Lyon and the Saints after their dismal 2-5 start.

Billy Slater has warned the NRL to "be careful" when considering any changes to the kickoff, with concerns raised after an ugly incident.

An emotional Brandon Smith has laid bare the impact of the white-powder scandal that overshadowed his final years with the Melbourne Storm.

Kane Cornes says it is time for the AFL and North Melbourne to put some respect on Port Adelaide midfielder Jason Horne-Francis' name.

Former UFC champion Francis Ngannou has confirmed the death of his 15-month-old son in a social media post.

Matthew Lloyd and Kane Cornes wonder if Hawthorn captain James Sicily is the right man for the job after a dismal start.

The NRL is walking towards a minefield as it considers the appropriate penalty for Braydon Trindall due to wild inconsistencies, writes Mark Levy.

Port Adelaide will give Connor Rozee every chance to play his first Showdown as captain against the Adelaide Crows.

Patrick Dangerfield has rejcted claims that Geelong's pre season program has caused him a second hamstring injury in a matter of weeks.

Melbourne midfielder Christain Petracca is expecting Geelong to tag him on Saturday. He isn't bothered by it, though.

The Cowboys have had to upgrade a number of their young stars on rich contracts. Phil Gould believes it reflects a poor system.

Caroline Wilson says Sydney are angry after icy footage of Sam Wicks was used to suggest lingering tensions between players.

Latrell Mitchell could be poised to put South Sydney first ahead of game one. But the NRL may come in and block his plan.

Matthew Lloyd believes the pressure is growing for Brisbane coach Chris Fagan, after a dismal 54-point loss at the hands of GWS.

Luke Keary will hang up the boots at the end of the season. His good mate Boyd Cordner has revealed when he broke the news.

Eddie McGuire says some AFL clubs aren't keen on 19 teams in the league. It means North Melbourne is on the chopping block.

High-level discussions are underway to secure the long-term future of LIV Golf in Adelaide after the tournament drew 100,000 fans.

Billy Slater has given an insight into the career of Dale Finucane, after the NRL hardman was forced into retirement due to concussion.

Lando Norris clearly enjoys a good time between races but it appears he may have gone a bit too far in Amsterdam.

Queensland coach Billy Slater has had his say on a plan to insert Kalyn Ponga into Maroons camp after speaking to the injured superstar.

Geelong's Ollie Henry was fined for an incident involving Zac Williams but it was the Carlton star who copped the heat for his reaction.

Mark Geyer has taken aim at the Bunker after the Wests Tigers were on the wrong end of a costly Bunker call against Brisbane.