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THE AFL is strongly considering a request from some coaches to use a substitute player to replace a concussed teammate in 2021 matches.
AFL.com.au has learnt that the initiative was one of many raised by coaches during an at-times tense meeting with AFL CEO Gillon McLachlan and football department boss Steve Hocking on Thursday morning, as part of the AFL's wider approach to health and safety.
AFL.com.au has learnt that the initiative was one of many raised by coaches during an at-times tense meeting with AFL CEO Gillon McLachlan and football department boss Steve Hocking on Thursday morning, as part of the AFL's wider approach to health and safety.
Coaches' concussion worry sparks push for 23rd player
The AFL is considering a request from some coaches for a substitute player to replace a concussed teammate in 2021
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