.North Melbourne forward and Rising Star winner Jaidyn Stephenson has reportedly retired from the AFL, despite still being under contract.7 Information Melbourne on Monday afternoon disclosed Stephenson, after careful factor to consider, had gone away from the league, mentioning he had "shed the passion for the activity". The Kangaroos are expected to release a statement shortly to confirm the information that Stephenson, 25, has actually walked away.Watch every activity of the NAB AFL Women's Premiership Season cope with no ad-breaks in the course of play on Kayo. New to Kayo? Obtain your very first month for simply $1. Limited time offer.Grand FinalIMAGINE WHAT YOU MAY BE PURCHASING AS AN ALTERNATIVE. Absolutely free as well as confidential help call 1800u00a0858u00a0858 or even see gamblinghelponline.org.au.Taken by Collingwood with Select 6 in the 2017 draft, Stephenson ruptured onto the AFL act along with a remarkable launching period, kicking 38 goals coming from 26 games-- consisting of the Magpies' Grand Final loss to West Coastline-- to win the 2018 Rising Superstar award.But Stephenson's 2019 was actually thwarted when he was sensationally handed a 10-game restriction for putting a collection of bets on suits including the Magpies. He was actually also in the titles for an inebriated mountain bicycle incident that brought about him being hospitalised.After falling out of favor at Collingwood, Stephenson was traded to North Melbourne after the 2020 season-- as component of the Magpies' income dump procedure-- as well as played 4 periods for the Roos. His absolute best year was available in 2023 where he kicked 26 targets from 21 matches.MORE to find ...