Jack Buller Biography

Jack Buller speaks of his move to Collingwood.

Collingwood list manager Justin Leppitsch put a two-year contract offer in front of Buller weeks later, before Sydney had presented the key forward with anything. The Swans didn't want to lose him, but the Magpies swooped, preparing for life without Brody Mihocek and Mason Cox before those decisions were made.

"I loved Sydney, loved all the boys and the club. They gave me a chance when no one else would, it wasn't something I was thinking about throughout the year," Buller said.

"It was a mix of great timing from Leppa - he was really committed - and it was a bit of a transition period at Sydney. They were keen on getting another big fish forward and I got a bit lucky this year with Joel and Logan being injured. In the end, it was a career move. I thought this would be best for my career, so I'm stoked it's worked out for me.

"It was a hard decision. But being a mature-age recruit, you learn that footy isn't going to be around for a long time. you live on one-year contracts and aren't sure if this is going to be your last year. I think career wise it was a no-brainer in terms of how much love Collingwood showed me and I could see a clearer career path, whereas it was shaky at Sydney. I had to make the right move for me."

Collingwood has landed Jack Buller in a trade with Sydney. The Magpies gave up a future third-rounder for Buller and a future fourth to the Swans.

"Jack is a tall forward who has strong marking ability and is accurate in front of goals," Collingwood general manager of list and talent strategy Justin Leppitsch said.

"For a tall player, Jack's high pressure and competitive playing style were attractive attributes for us."

Sydney select Jack Buller with pick No.15 in the 2023 Mid-Season Draft.

Jack Buller makes his AFL debut for Sydney at the Gabba with 2 disposals (a kick and a handball), 2 marks and 2 tackles in a 16-point loss to Brisbane.