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Port Adelaide's Jason Cripps challenges AFL's trade and draft changes

AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 3:09 AM

Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Port Adelaide's Jason Cripps challenges AFL's trade and draft changes
Summary

Port Adelaide list manager Jason Cripps criticized the AFL’s recent trade and draft alterations, calling them "brutal and unprecedented challenges." The Power face hurdles in their list rebuild, losing midfielder Zak Butters to the Western Bulldogs. Cripps highlighted increased costs for matching draft bids as a significant concern, particularly with the anticipated interest in emerging talent Dougie Cochrane. He also expressed frustration over recent rule tweaks that have complicated trade negotiations, which could hinder their ability to innovate in acquiring players and picks.

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  • •Zak Butters is set to join the Western Bulldogs in free agency.
  • •Port currently holds the fourth pick in the upcoming draft.
  • •Cripps advocates for greater trading flexibility amid challenging rules.
  • •Tasmania's inclusion has further complicated the draft.
  • •Cripps plans to acquire multiple picks and players over the next seasons.
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  • 3:09 AMAFL — 'Brutal and unprecedented': Power list boss whacks AFL's trade and draft changes
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Jason Cripps says recent changes to the trade and draft landscape have made Port's list rebuild much harder

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