From last week. Black armband weekend for footy tippers, which probably means football itself is the winner. I’d be happier if it was because the competitions were close instead of wildly inconsistent. AFL, 5/9: I’m prepared to concede Richmond winning was not that much of a surprise, but all the other three results defy credulity. …

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From last week. AFL, 8/9: Swans pay attention at kicking practice this week. NRL, 5/8: Upsets I can live with, inconsistency is something else. If some of these teams were racehorses the stewards would suspend betting and have them swabbed. I’m looking at you Souths and Easts. I’d be happy to tip you (well, Souths, …

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