Jake Kolodjashnij retires after Cats concussion scandal; Pearce avoids Achilles surgery

The Sydney Morning Herald - Sep 29, 2026

Geelong premiership defender Jake Kolodjashnij has been medically retired from AFL football, after being at the centre of a secret concussion deal.

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