AFL assesses 2026 season performance for clubs out of premiership contention

As the 2026 AFL premiership race narrows, the league has issued performance assessments for eliminated clubs. Carlton received a 7.5 rating after a mid-season coaching transition from Michael Voss to Josh Fraser, which resulted in 12 wins over the final 15 matches and a wildcard finals appearance. Trade priorities for the Blues include securing a key forward, with Joel Amartey and Calsher Dear identified as targets. Collingwood earned a 6.5 rating following a season highlighted by Scott Pendlebury setting the all-time games record. The Magpies face a transition period with the departures of Pendlebury and Steele Sidebottom. While Dan McStay emerged as a consistent scoring threat, the club remains in the market for a key forward and midfielder to bolster the roster. Assessments for remaining teams will follow as they are eliminated from the premiership contention.

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