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<\/a><\/p>\nPort Adelaide enters 2026 with a revitalised outlook as Josh Carr<\/a> assumed the senior coaching position.<\/p>\n A list overhaul saw the likes of club great Travis Boak<\/a> retire, with eight other exits over the off-season. However, four fresh faces will don the black and teal, all of whom are mature-age talent, and could impact immediately.<\/p>\n Carr’s presence has already been felt at training, as an updated defensive system and shuffle of magnets will see the Alberton club line-up differently by Round 1.<\/p>\n So, let’s break down how Port Adelaide will look in 2026…<\/p>\n Defenders<\/p>\n The Power’s defence desperately needed change, and the biggest hint thus far is the inclusion of forward Todd Marshall<\/a> in the group.<\/p>\n Esava Ratugolea<\/a> and Aliir Aliir<\/a> lock down the key pillars of the back six, while Miles Bergman’s emergence as a star midfielder opens the door for a third tall. Enter Marshall.<\/p>\n Lachie Jones is the resident small defender, while the lethal left feet of Josh Sinn<\/a> and Kane Farrell<\/a> will be utilised to transition the ball from one end to the other.<\/p>\n Captain Connor Rozee<\/a> did spend time across half-back in 2025, but will likely rejoin the on-ball brigade more prominently in the new season, and can be thrown in the backline.<\/p>\n As can Jase Burgoyne<\/a> and Darcy Byrne-Jones<\/a>, although ideally, the duo will be seen further up the ground.<\/p>\n
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