Burns backs Nicks to keep Adelaide job despite uncertain future

Assistant coach Scott Burns says Matthew Nicks absolutely deserves to continue as Adelaide's coach after turning the club into a consistent finals contender.

Why it mattersNicks hasn't received a guarantee about his job for next season, and a loss to Western Bulldogs in Saturday's elimination final would raise further questions about his future.

AustraliaAdelaide Crows supporters will have clarity on their coach's future in coming weeks; Saturday's elimination final against Western Bulldogs will influence club hierarchy's decision.

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10 AFL clubs cut coach payouts with staggered contract clauses

At least 10 AFL coaches have staggered payout clauses that reduce termination costs, saving North Melbourne about half a million on Alastair Clarkson's exit.

Why it mattersStaggered clauses let clubs fire underperforming coaches without massive payouts, affecting how quickly a club moves on or sticks with a struggling coach.