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As the 2024 season came to a close, our team of experts reflected on each club’s performance and determined whether they met their preseason expectations.
Adelaide’s season was a major disappointment, finishing bottom four after a promising 2023 campaign. Despite glimpses of brilliance from individual players, the team struggled to find consistency and was plagued by off-field drama.
Brisbane, on the other hand, exceeded expectations by winning the Grand Final. Despite a rocky start to the season, the team showed remarkable resilience and depth, with young players like Will Ashcroft, Logan Morris, and Kai Lohmann making significant contributions.
Carlton’s season was a mixed bag, failing to return to the preliminary finals but showing flashes of brilliance throughout the year. Injuries to key players like Tom De Koning and Adam Cerra didn’t help, but the team proved it has the talent to contend for a flag in the future.
Collingwood’s season was a letdown, failing to back up their 2023 premiership win with a finals berth in 2024. The team struggled to find consistency and was exposed by opponents who worked out their game plan.
Essendon’s season was a disappointment, failing to discover an identity under coach Brad Scott. The team showed promise early on but fell apart in the second half of the year, struggling with defensive efforts and consistent forward output.
Fremantle’s season was a success, earning a pass mark for making a decision on Justin Longmuir’s future and sticking to a plan. The team won 12 games and showed improvement in several areas, including the development of young players like Hayden Young.
Geelong’s season was a resounding success, with the team’s youngsters playing significant roles in their run to a preliminary final. The Cats overperformed expectations and look well-placed for future success.
Gold Coast’s season was a failure, missing finals despite the high expectations surrounding their big-name coach and talented list. The team struggled with immaturity and a lack of focus, but has the talent to improve in the future.
GWS’s season was a pass, despite a heartbreaking finals exit. The team showed they have the talent to contend for a flag and will look to build on their positives in the offseason.
Hawthorn’s season was a surprise success, with the team feeling like a legitimate premiership chance at times. They won 15 games and showed significant improvement in several areas, including their backline and forward line.
Melbourne’s season was a disappointment, missing finals altogether despite having the talent to contend. The team faced adversity throughout the year, including injuries and off-field drama, but will look to regroup and improve in the future.
North Melbourne’s season was a failure, experiencing an 11-game winless streak to start the year. The team showed some improvement in the second half of the year, but needs to eliminate long winless streaks if they want to succeed.
Port Adelaide’s season was a success, finishing second and winning a final. The team squeezed what they could out of their list, but needs to find talent in the forward line and defence if they want to truly contend.
Richmond’s season was a failure, failing to allow their next generation to shine. The team’s injury-depleted list meant they had to rely on youngsters, but few showed they can be long-term pieces for the club.
St Kilda’s season was a failure, struggling to kick winning scores all year. The team needs to modernize their defensive game plan and find ways to win games of football.
Sydney’s season was a pass, returning to the final day of the year despite a disappointing finish. The team showed significant improvement throughout the year, particularly from their young guns.
West Coast’s season was a failure, relieving coach Adam Simpson of his duties mid-season. The team needs to find a reason to prove they’re on the right track for their rebuild.
Western Bulldogs’ season was a pass, holding on to out-of-contract stars and showing significant improvement in the back half of the year. The team will look to build on their positives in the offseason.
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