Dustin Martin's past experiences with umpires are being referenced in the debate about Harley Reid's treatment.
On Wednesday, The West Australian revealed Reid's involvement in the most free-kick decisions after 55 games.
What happened?
AFL fans are almost unanimous in their view that Reid is being unfairly treated by umpires.
A social media poll showed over 98% of respondents believed Reid was being overly umpired.
Why it matters for Dustin Martin
Fans are drawing comparisons between Reid's situation and Dustin Martin's past experiences with umpires.
One responder commented that the AFL used to let Dustin Martin "do all sorts of things" and that other favored players received similar treatment.
What comes next?
The debate surrounding Reid's treatment is ongoing, with some accusing him of not focusing enough on the game.
Former AFL umpire 'Razor' Ray Chamberlain rejected claims that Reid is treated differently, stating that umpiring is "really accurate" when broken down into individual instances.
Reid's teammate Tom McCarthy said the way Reid is treated by umpires is noticeable.
He stated that Reid "gets found out a little bit more than others" and that he might be biased in saying so.
The West Australian's report sparked a discussion about umpiring bias and accuracy.
Fans are convinced that Victorian bias plays a role in the treatment of players like Reid.
The issue is not limited to Reid, with fans referencing other players who they believe are treated unfairly.
The debate highlights the need for consistent and accurate umpiring in the AFL.
Dustin Martin's name is being used as a point of reference in the discussion.
His past experiences with umpires are being compared to Reid's current situation.
The AFL community is waiting to see how the situation unfolds.
The debate surrounding umpiring bias and accuracy is ongoing, with no clear resolution in sight.