Rowey & Campo Podcast - 04 August 2026
Summary
The 5AA Sports Show hosts Stephen Rowe and Campo debate the AFL’s memo warning clubs against resting players, criticizing it as over-governance that undermines medical integrity. Guest Dean Brogan analyzes Port Adelaide’s offensive struggles and injury crisis, while Matt Crouch discusses Adelaide Crows contract extensions and selection dilemmas ahead of finals. The episode also features listener reactions and previews upcoming guests Eddie Maguire and John Longmire.
Topics discussed
AFL memo on resting players and tanking accusations
Criticism of AFL governance and umpiring standards
Hypothetical ladder if season started in Round 10
Listener calls and AFL House giant football anecdote
Dean Brogan on Port Adelaide's offensive struggles
Port Adelaide injury list and player analysis
Rory Laird's potential and team selection debates
John Longmire interview: Career highlights and regrets
Longmire on coaching Buddy Franklin and Adam Goodes
Phil Carman's illness and soccer transfer news
Cricket updates and John Longmire book title joke
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