The controversial AFL sub-rule has been a hot topic so far this season, but Fremantle senior coach Ross Lyon won’t be drawn into a public debate on it.

Freo played the second half against Melbourne on Sunday a man-down, after losing captain Matthew Pavlich and forward Michael Walters to concussions before half-time.

Many in the industry have called for the AFL to scrap the sub but Lyon said he just dealt with the rules in front of him.

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“It’s very topical…(but) I don’t make policy on the run,” he said.

“I know the subs there, I just deal with what’s in front of me.”

Lyon said all clubs could have their say on the rule after the season.

“All clubs get an opportunity to put in their view, which we will do, we will go through a correct process,” he said.

“I’m not sure it serves any purpose banging on in the media about it.”