Eagles and Bulldogs Trade Draft Picks
On the final day of the pick swaps window, the West Coast Eagles and the Western Bulldogs exchanged draft selections.
The Eagles traded pick No. 53 in the 2025 Telstra AFL Draft to the Bulldogs in return for a fourth-round pick in the 2026 draft. This deal was first reported by AFL.com.au's Cal Twomey.
Impact of the Trade
The trade gives the Bulldogs greater flexibility in this year's draft, while the Eagles chose to move their pick due to having only five open list spots remaining.
West Coast holds the top two picks in the draft and is widely expected to select Willem Duursma with the No. 1 pick.
Trade Window and Draft Details
This was the only selection trade completed during the pick swaps window, which will reopen when the draft officially begins.
The 2025 Telstra AFL Draft is scheduled for November 19-20.
Finals Discussions and AFL News
Gemma Bastiani, Sarah Black, and Sophie Welsh discussed the opening round of finals, highlighting:
- Unusual moments involving the Hawks
- The entertainment value of the Blues
- The success of the Lions
- Debate over introducing a wild card round in the AFLW
Gemma Bastiani, Kaitlyn Ferber, and Sophie Welsh also reviewed the first week of finals, covering:
- Carlton’s selection strategies
- North Melbourne’s improved attacking game
- The Sydney Swans' decision to part ways with head coach Scott Gowans
Additional Information
Tickets for upcoming finals start at $15, with free entry for under 18s.
"The deal gives the Dogs more flexibility in this year's draft, while the Eagles decided to move their selection with only five list spots open." — Cal Twomey, AFL.com.au
Author's summary: The Eagles and Bulldogs traded draft picks to adjust team strategies ahead of the 2025 AFL Draft, marking the sole trade in this window before the finals engage fan interest.