Sam Docherty during Carlton's training session at Ikon Park on August 31, 2024. Picture: Getty Images

IN TODAY'S AFL Daily, star journalists Damian Barrett and Nathan Schmook join all the dots on football's big issues.

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- A fairytale comeback is on the cards for much-loved Blue Sam Docherty
- Could it give Carlton the boost it needs to overcome the Lions?
- Why Essendon's one-year only deal for Stringer could prove to be a winning move
- Damo is ruling out a fit-again Cats veteran for finals

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