Bailey Smith calls for AFL mental health round after Jordan Dawson family tragedy and Elijah Hollands episode

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JOSH ALSTON, SPORTS REPORTER

23:59 17 Apr 2026, updated 00:00 18 Apr 2026

• Comes as Carlton face disciplinary action over handling of incident 

Geelong star Bailey Smith has called on the AFL to introduce a men’s mental health round following a confronting week that included the death of Adelaide captain Jordan Dawson’s brother and Carlton’s handling of Elijah Hollands.

Smith made the comments during a post-match television interview after Geelong’s…