Overview
- The AFL’s legal counsel issued a formal warning to Geelong, with letters also sent to Bailey Smith and his agent, stating any further indiscretions will attract fines or suspension.
- The latest intervention followed Smith’s since‑deleted post sharing a Footy Show thumbnail of Sam Newman berating journalist Caroline Wilson.
- Geelong apologised for offensive Mad Monday content and says future end‑of‑season events will not continue in their current form.
- Chris Scott rejects suggestions the Cats are struggling to handle Smith, praising his on‑field year and welcoming collaborative work with the league.
- Smith’s 2025 off‑field tally includes April fines for obscene gestures, a “nose beers” Instagram reply that led to an Andrew Dillon visit, and a texted apology after abusing a photographer, with no new penalties handed down this week.