AFL chief executive Andrew Demetriou says the league is desperate to win back the trust of any disillusioned fans.
Hawthorn forward Lance Franklin has dismissed criticism about his form this year, saying it's good that the team has a spread of goalkickers.
St Kilda coach Scott Watters says supporters should keep the faith despite a 40-point loss to Adelaide at AAMI Stadium on Sunday.
| Rank | Team | Won | Lost | Points |
| 1 | Hawthorn | 7 | 1 | 28 |
| 2 | Geelong Cats | 7 | 1 | 28 |
| 3 | Essendon | 6 | 2 | 24 |
| 4 | Sydney Swans | 5 | 2 | 22 |
| 5 | Fremantle | 5 | 2 | 22 |
| 6 | Port Adelaide | 5 | 3 | 20 |
| 7 | Richmond | 5 | 3 | 20 |
| 8 | Collingwood | 5 | 3 | 20 |
| 9 | Adelaide Crows | 4 | 4 | 16 |
| 10 | Carlton | 4 | 4 | 16 |