Damien Hardwick resigns, Richmond crashes out; Daicos dodges suspension
- Carlton is struggling in the middle of the ladder after losing five of their last six games.
- Collingwood's Nick Daicos avoided suspension for punching a Carlton player.
- Richmond coach Damien Hardwick abruptly resigned with 18 months left on his contract.
- Hardwick led Richmond to three premierships but the team is unlikely to make the finals this year.
- The coaching landscape in the AFL will be effected by Hardwick's sudden departure from Richmond.