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A Yank on the Footy

AFL Rd 4 Recap Shorts

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Is Collingwood, with its endless A-graders, rapidly declining after a 54-point loss to Brisbane?
The episode is a compilation of five short reviews from AFL Round 4, presented by an American host. It opens with an introduction to the stitched-together format. The first review focuses on Brisbane vs. Collingwood, where the host expresses concern about Collingwood's decline despite their A-graders, noting they haven't scored 100 points in 13 games and lost by 54 points. He highlights Brisbane's strength even without key players like Harris Andrews. The host then praises young Brisbane forward Logan Morris, calling him phenomenal and underrated. The second review discusses North Melbourne's surprising fourth-place ladder position and their challenging upcoming schedule against teams like Brisbane and Sydney, questioning if they can stay competitive. The third review covers Adelaide vs. Fremantle, commending Adelaide's seven-goal comeback and mentioning Josh Rachele's dribble kick. The fourth review touches on Saturday's games, including Sydney's 21-goal win over West Coast and Angus Sheldrick's suspension for a grub move. The host also notes Richmond's injury issues and Port Adelaide's need for a rebuild. The fifth review analyzes Melbourne vs. Gold Coast, where the host admits he flipped his tip incorrectly and lauds Max Gawn as possibly the best player in the comp, questioning why rucks can't win the Brownlow. He reflects on Melbourne's 3-1 start after tipping them 17th and mentions Jake Melksham's leadership. The episode ends with a brief note on Geelong's loss to Hawthorn and Nick Watson's impact.

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Five brisk Round 4 reactions, led by Adelaide's rally and a 4am Geelong concession on Nick Watson.

A Yank on the Footy moves through five short Round 4 game reviews with a lively mix of club worry, comeback respect, and supporter exasperation. The Brisbane-Collingwood section leans into concern over Collingwood's direction, framing the club as rapidly slipping.

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Want Round 4 reactions with a seven-goal Adelaide fightback, Collingwood worry, and a 4am Cats-supporter sigh?

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