Cody Weightman is a professional AFL footballer for the Western Bulldogs and one of the most creatively distinctive athletes in the Australian market.

Drafted 15th overall in the 2019 AFL Draft, Cody is known for his speed, pressure, and high-impact role as a forward, bringing energy, instinct, and personality to the elite level of the game. After 637 days on the sidelines battling a complex knee injury, Cody made his long-awaited return to AFL football in 2026 – coming back stronger and more popular than ever, with fans and media alike rallying behind his comeback story.

What set Cody apart throughout that period was his ability to remain just as relevant and engaging off the field as he was on it. His brand partnerships and audience connection never wavered while he was sidelined – a testament to the authenticity of his personal brand and the depth of his relationship with his audience, built on far more than just what he does on match day.

Beyond football, Cody has built a personal brand that extends well outside traditional athlete boundaries. A practicing visual artist, he uses creativity as a form of expression and storytelling, showcasing his work across social media and a number of exhibitions — offering a side of high-performance sport rarely seen. More recently, he’s brought that same creative instinct to design and renovation content, partnering with brands to showcase projects across his social channels. This dual focus allows Cody to connect with audiences in a way that feels authentic, considered, and culturally relevant.

Cody actively shares both his on-field performance and off-field creative pursuits across his platforms, resulting in highly engaged audiences and content that feels natural rather than transactional. His ability to blend sport, creativity, and lifestyle positions him as a truly differentiated talent within the athlete landscape.

Cody has partnered with brands including Musashi, PUMA, Reebok, Rexona and Bunnings, aligning with partners that value performance, craftsmanship, and individuality. He offers brands a modern athlete with depth – performance-driven, creatively led, and commercially impactful.