Adelaide Crows captain Jordan Dawson has been sent a vile social media message. The message referenced suicide. This incident came after the team's final defeat. Dawson was sent the abuse online. The Crows referred the incident to police and the AFL. Dawson denounced the abuse. He made a public response. He said it was inexcusable. He urged people to show more respect and show respect online. The club acknowledged the report. In a statement, the club said this kind of behaviour will not be allowed.