Coaching Favorites Emerge for Carlton and Essendon in AFL

Josh Fraser has emerged as the leading candidate for the Carlton coaching position following a successful interim period after taking over from Michael Voss. He is expected to officially nominate for the role this week, competing against Corey Enright, Jaymie Graham, James Kelly, and Daniel Giansiracusa.

Meanwhile, Mark McVeigh is reportedly the frontrunner for the Essendon coaching role after Dean Solomon withdrew from consideration. He is followed by former teammate James Hird, with Jaymie Graham and Murray Davis also in the mix.

In other news, Hawthorn has offered a two-year deal to Calsher Dear, who is attracting interest from several clubs, including Melbourne, Collingwood, St Kilda, Geelong, and Carlton. Additionally, a Victorian club has made a controversial secret deal regarding a player with a history of concussions, transferring liability for future head injuries to the player.