“You have to know”: Former Adelaide forward defends ruck nomination rule
Former Adelaide and Geelong forward Josh Jenkins says the ruck nomination rule first introduced for the 2017 AFL season must stay in place to ensure players can’t exploit the whistle. The league yesterday flagged its intent to crack down on prior opportunity, particularly when players duck as they’re caught in possession, and on players who hold up the game. Despite ongoing confusion and criticism, the contentious ruck law will remain in place for the 2022 season. It was introduced after the “third...