Mason Cox, the first American to become a regular AFL player, has been delisted by Collingwood after 139 games. The 34-year-old has confirmed he won’t be with the Magpies in 2026.
In a video on his Instagram, Cox thanked the club and supporters, saying he was “pretty excited about what’s next”.
The towering ruck-forward didn’t confirm if he intended to retire or try to extend his career at another club.
“It’s crazy to think that you’d never heard of a sport … to then be a premiership player,” Cox said.
“Collingwood supporters are the best supporters in the world.”
American Pie: Mason Cox and Collingwood are parting ways.Credit: Getty Images
Cox famously debuted on Anzac Day 2016, kicking the first goal of the game in front of 85,082 people at the MCG.
A former college basketballer, Cox was signed by Collingwood as an international rookie in 2014 after impressing at two combines – one in Los Angeles, and the second in Australia.
After 20 games over his first two seasons on the Magpies’ main list, Cox became a regular in 2018 as Collingwood shot back up the ladder.