Nathan Buckley has withdrawn from the North Melbourne head coaching position, which will be filled by Jaymie Graham after he crossed from Fremantle. Buckley's departure from contention has turned focus toward two other clubs.

Brisbane is now linked to Buckley as a candidate to replace outgoing coach Chris Fagan. Carlton has also been associated with the former Collingwood premiership coach, with reports pointing to him as a possible target in the coming weeks.