Houston, imported on a deal reportedly worth close to $1m per year through 2030, is underperforming after two All-Australian seasons at Port Adelaide.
Why it mattersWith so much invested in Houston's arrival, Collingwood's ability to fix the problem quickly determines whether the trade was worth the cost.
AustraliaCollingwood faces a critical off-season rebuild, with Houston's form directly affecting their chances of returning to finals contention in the next AFL campaign.
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