Essendon has put a forgettable off-season behind them to claim a resounding 35-point victory over Adelaide at AAMI Stadium.

Footy's back! We count down to the opening game of the 2013 season with Buddy Franklin's insights into the year ahead.

Joel Selwood says the loss of Matthew Scarlett and injuries won't stop the Cats extending their winning streak against Hawthorn.

Brett Goodes thought his AFL dream was over, but now he has a chance to make his debut for the Bulldogs in their season opener against the Lions

Gary who? That's what plenty of SuperCoaches are asking as the race to finalise teams before Friday's partial lockout enters its last few hours.

Adelaide's Rory Sloane says Taylor Walker has never been stronger and backed him to handle the extra attention this season.

Paddy Ryder was shocked to learn Essendon was to be investigated ... but comforted in the knowledge that "you know you've done nothing wrong".

The Sydney Swans' contentious $900,000 salary cap allowance is being paid by the AFL, which is causing some angst at other clubs.

Adelaide recruit Brad Crouch has missed selection for what would have been his AFL debut on Friday night.

Check out all the ins and out for round 19 of the AFL season as they are announced. How's your side looking this week?  

Former Melbourne Demons star Liam Jurrah is acquitted of assaulting his cousin during a wild brawl in Alice Springs.

FOX FOOTY brings you exclusive first-hand accounts of Sydney's 2012 triumph in Grand Final Re-call: The Premier’s Cut.

We get you ready for the opening bounce of 2013 by looking at Port Adelaide. How will they fare? Who are their key players? Find out.

We get you ready for the opening bounce of 2013 by taking a look at Richmond. How will they fare? Who are their key players? Find out.

We get you ready for the opening bounce of 2013 by taking a look at Melbourne. How will they fare? Who are their key players? Find out.

St Kilda midfielder David Armitage is off the free agency market after re-signing with the Saints for a further three seasons.

As the AFL season looms we look at the top 10 unsung heroes, those who get the job done with no fuss. Have your say on the list now.

We get you ready for the opening bounce of 2013 by taking a look at Fremantle. How will they fare? Who are their key players? Find out.

Footy's back, real footy, which means many of you have big smiles on your faces. But Brett Geeves wants to know ... are you happy?

Video: Fox Sports AFL commentators preview every team before the 2013 season, while reliving some great moments from 2012.