Round 27 Takeaways- Finals Here We Come!

Round 27 Takeaways- Finals Here We Come!

Author: Fox Sports September 9, 2025 Duration: 26:27

Matty is joined by Cooper Cronk to preview Finals Week 1 - including JFH v Leota & possible Bulldogs change. Plus they assess teams outside the Top 8.

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