Between The Arcs | AFL SuperCoach Podcast

Welcome to The Hurt Locker. Your weekly breakdown of the key AFL injuries and what they mean for your SuperCoach strategy.In this episode we cover:• The biggest current AFL injuries• Which premiums are now risky• Midfield role changes to watch• New cash generation opportunities• Round 1 selection implications• How to adjust your SuperCoach structureInjuries are not just bad luck, they are opportunity if you react faster than the competitionDrop in the comments which injury has impacted your team the most and who you are pivoting to.Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy. https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsightPatreon: If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The AFL Pre Season is officially DONE. No more guesswork. No more trial roles. Now we react.In this episode we break down everything we learned from the 2026 AFL Pre Season including:• The biggest role changes• Breakout candidates who are now genuine locks• Premiums that confirmed their value• Players who lost role security• Rookies who cemented Round 1 selection• Pre season traps you need to avoidWith Round 1 around the corner, this is the final clarity episode before teams lock.Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy.https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsightPatreon: If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join00:00 Intro: Horse welcomes Damo, Footy Mailbag origins 01:41 Carlton v Geelong: what actually matters in pre-season 01:52 Carlton winners: Walsh, Smith, Hewett and the Cripps baseline 02:09 The cheapie watch: Wade Dirksen 99k and job security chat 04:18 “Don’t outthink the room”: Jagger Smith is a lock 04:34 Liam Reidy reality check: R3/F6 upside vs role limits 06:25 Geelong chaos: late withdrawals and role roulette 06:42 Lawson Humphries: classy foot skills, awkward price point 07:07 Tanner Bruhn 270k: trap or value stepping stone? 08:43 Sydney v GWS: Grundy is him (and the Swans pods) 09:07 Errol scare addressed: precaution only, keep him 10:04 GWS: Toby Greene midfield hype vs CBA numbers 11:16 Clayton Oliver: watchlist fade to start, trade-in later 12:06 Brisbane v Gold Coast: Charlie Cameron spike game warning 12:18 Lachie Neale: price temptation vs tag risk 14:20 Link McCarthy 170k: role, scoring range, cash-gen case 15:33 Suns quick hits: Petracca CBAs, Witts context 16:47 Melbourne v Richmond: lightning game, points-per-minute caveat 17:10 Trent Rivers explosion: role and “startable” argument 17:47 Langford midfield mix: what we can and can’t take from it 19:21 Richmond: Sam “Sizzler” Grills on the rookie radar 20:03 Dogs v Hawks: Tim English statement under new ruck rules 21:52 Bulldogs rookies: Butterick + Artie Jones both fades 22:53 Hawks notes: Newcombe classic tease, Mraz looks composed 23:58 Saints v Dons: Nas statement game, Sinclair and co 26:48 Essendon: Archie Roberts breakout signs 27:01 Blackiston deep dive: WAFL numbers and Nick Bryan timeline risk 29:28 Parish and Sharp: price/value discussion, rookie pecking order 31:08 Freo v Adelaide: Hayden Young gift, Murphy Reid breakout case 32:35 Crows: Worrell, Laird, Malera, Rachele midfield opportunity? 34:25 Lachie McAndrew: “just pick him” cash-gen logic 34:40 North v Collingwood: Sheezel/LDU locks, Doberston volatility 35:44 Blamiris 99k: “when he plays R1” story and stash appeal 37:10 Coleman-Jones: two-ruck watch and Cherry implications 37:43 Pies undermanned: Houston role note, Josh Daicos half-back flag 39:29 West Coast v Port: boring game but rookie/cash notes 40:27 Devin Robertson: keeps trending up 40:37 Hamish Davis: wing role, price and West Coast hesitation 42:37 Port Adelaide: Butters/Rozee captaincy, Georgiades draft PSA 43:16 Port cheapies: Marshall, Watkins, Whitlock discussion 45:18 Weekend verdict: Damo’s “must-have” picks (Nas + Ed Richards) 46:50 Surprise fade: Luke Jackson as a trade-in not a starter 47:14 Wrap: where to find Footy Mailbag + what’s coming next on Between the ArcsIf you are serious about climbing rank in AFL SuperCoach 2026, this is the episode you cannot skip. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Flanders is back with his UPDATED AFL SuperCoach 2026 Team Reveal after a massive week of injury chaos across the league.With Round 0 fast approaching, key premiums under injury clouds, rookies rising, and CBAs shifting in practice matches, it’s time to reassess everything. In this episode, Flanders walks through his brand new structure, the players he’s moved on, the value picks he’s bringing in, and the big calls that could define the first month of the season.Who survives the injury carnage?Which mid-pricers now become must-haves?Are the popular rookies still safe?And is there a POD move that could separate you early?This is the most important team update of the preseason.If you’re building your AFL SuperCoach 2026 side, you need to see this before lockout.Drop your biggest selection headache in the comments and let us know:Who are you trading out after this week’s injury chaos?Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy.https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsightPatreon:If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts.Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join00:00 Live special: Flanders’ AFL SuperCoach Team Reveal00:52 Why this is a huge week: practice match data, injuries, availability01:48 Build begins: starting structure + “blank canvas” pressure02:18 D1 Jack Sinclair: POD case and role upside03:37 D2 Jordan Clark: safe, boring points and why that’s good04:26 D3 Josh Daicos: midfield CBAs and the breakout bet05:48 D4 Charlie Ballard: the spicy on-field cash cow (injury tag ignored)07:17 D5 Zeke Uwland: worried… but holding for more looks07:54 D6-D8 rookies: Lindsay, Serong, Lachie Jaques locked in08:48 Midfield plan: balanced spend and the Bont fade09:03 M1 Zach Butters: contract year, ceiling case09:41 M2 Noah Anderson: Rowell out, tag risk, big year incoming10:22 M3 Caleb Serong: bounce-back logic and Freo role discussion12:58 M4 Connor Rozee: mid vs DEF debate and upgrade pathway13:31 M5 Errol Gulden: “unconventional winger” and why it still works14:18 Live chat pivot: swapping Rozee and Uwland on the fly14:28 M6 Hayden Young: sticking strong despite the noise14:51 M7 Darcy Parish: mid-price risk, “don’t Perryman me”15:00 M8 Jagger Smith: the rookie everyone owns15:17 Mid bench: Sam “Barbecue” Lalor + Farrow + Jack Carroll watchlist16:31 Rucks: Darcy Cameron at R1 (Collingwood stack talk)17:32 R2 Lachie McAndrew: cash grab strategy and the 60-point target22:53 R3 Mitch Edwards: will he play and what’s the backup plan?23:16 Forwards: F1 Harry Sheezel lock23:42 F2 Christian Petracca: early fixture feast and midfield role25:36 F3 Sam Flanders: don’t overthink it25:46 F4 Mattaes Phillipou: looks elite, but is he a season-long hold?26:12 F5-F6 rookies: Lombard + Devin Robertson cash generation26:52 Forward bench: Todd Marshall + Liam Reidy “on the list” (loop vs 30s debate)29:34 FLEX: Dyson Sharp pick and 233k leftover flexibility30:28 What to watch tonight: rookies, roles, Reidy forward time, Bruhn watch31:19 Deep rookie watch: Geelong’s Lennox Hoffmann + Carlton’s Derrksen 99k Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Hurt Locker. Your weekly breakdown of the key AFL injuries and what they mean for your SuperCoach strategy.In this episode we cover:• The biggest current AFL injuries• Which premiums are now risky• Midfield role changes to watch• New cash generation opportunities• Round 1 selection implications• How to adjust your SuperCoach structureInjuries are not just bad luck, they are opportunity if you react faster than the competitionDrop in the comments which injury has impacted your team the most and who you are pivoting to.Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy. https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsightPatreon: If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join00:00 Hurt Locker is back: fresh injuries as Round 0 approaches 00:55 The big headlines: Tom Green, Finn Callaghan, and the newest worries 01:26 Adelaide Crows: Rankin out, Curtin concerns, and rookie winners 02:48 Brisbane: clean bill of health, Darcy Fort watch, McCarthy at 170k? 04:08 Carlton Blues: Weitering ribs, Haynes issue, and cheapie talk (Derrksen) 05:50 Collingwood: Moore and Howe calves, flow-on effects and Reef McInnes 06:51 Essendon: Nick Bryan out, Lackie Blakiston dilemma and cash gen risk 09:56 Fremantle: Sean Darcy cloud and the Luke Jackson “go ballistic” case 12:10 Geelong: Bailey Smith calf bombshell and who benefits (Max Holmes) 14:20 Gold Coast: Matt Rowell injury, CBA bump debate (Humphrey, Graham, Davies) 17:22 GWS: injury list explodes, Sam Taylor timeline, and mid/rookie CBAs 19:44 Hawthorn: Will Day out, Josh Ward as mid-price madness, midfield “circus” 21:47 Melbourne: midfield confusion, who actually looks relevant? 23:35 North Melbourne: Wardlaw hamstring, Caleb Daniel pricing problem, Cooper Harvey watch 25:28 Port Adelaide: Horn-Francis forward role risk, Will Brodie opportunity window 27:04 Richmond: internal suspension, Taj Hotton hip stress fracture blow 29:42 St Kilda: unusually clean list, Silvagni concussion timing, Marshall goal upside 32:06 Sydney: Adams/Philippou issues and forward cheapies chat 33:25 West Coast: Noa Long season-ending ligament damage and future outlook 34:22 Western Bulldogs: Treloar watch, Bailey Dale bump for Jaques/Butlerick, Sanders CBAs 36:54 Wrap-up: practice matches this week + next Hurt Locker episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hurl is back with another AFL SuperCoach team update after more pre-season games, role changes and new information forced some BIG decisions.What’s changed? Who’s in, who’s out, and which players are now locked into Hurl’s 2026 AFL SuperCoach side? We break down the full team structure, value picks, must-have guns, rookie selections and POD plays shaping the Round 1 strategy.If you're building your AFL SuperCoach team for 2026, this update could completely change your approach.In this episode:- Hurl’s updated AFL SuperCoach team reveal- Players traded in and out- Guns vs value strategy- Rookie selections explained- POD picks and point of difference plays- Team structure Round 1 locks and remaining decisionsDrop your thoughts in the comments — what changes are you making to your AFL SuperCoach team?#AFLSuperCoach #SuperCoach2026 #AFLFantasy #AFL #SuperCoachTeam #TeamReveal #SuperCoachAdviceSubscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy. https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsight Patreon: If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stay ahead of the competition with this week’s AFL SuperCoach form guide. We break down the biggest risers, fallers, must-buy targets and players you should be avoiding based on recent form, role changes and scoring trends.Who’s dominating right now? Who’s losing value? And which players could shape your AFL SuperCoach season?If you're serious about improving your ranking, this weekly update gives you the edge with the latest SuperCoach insights and strategy.In this episode:AFL SuperCoach players in red-hot formWho’s struggling and losing valueTrade targets and avoid optionsRole changes impacting scoringPOD opportunities and market trendsStrategy tips for the upcoming roundDrop your trade plans in the comments and let us know who you think is the hottest AFL SuperCoach pick right now.Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy. https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsight Patreon: If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join0:00 Intro: Horse + Deadly are back (no “champ” yet) 00:34 What this show is: Pre-Season Week 1 stock risers and fallers 01:18 Overreacting to pre-season (as tradition) 01:52 Liam Reidy: ruck cheapie stock down 03:12 Lackie Blakiston: ruck/def role watch, stock up 04:31 Todd Marshall: role disaster, out of teams 05:11 Kysaiah Pickett: huge game but role concerns 06:05 Sam Lalor: price vs output, stock slightly down 07:22 Conor McDonald: role roulette, still intriguing 09:19 Zeke Uwland: inflated rookie, slight stock dip 10:34 League code + prizes (join the comp) 11:10 Tristan Xerri: new ruck rules bite, slight stock down 12:03 Keidean Coleman: looked elite but half-forward role worry 13:06 Jack Carroll: underwhelming, stock down 13:52 Harry Rowston: midfield run, stock up (Callaghan watch) 15:05 Ryan Maric: West Coast half-back scorer potential 16:29 Nick Blakey: slingshot Swans role, stock up big 17:43 Conor Budarick + Lachie Jaques: Dogs winners with Dale out 19:51 Brandon Walker: Freo backline shake-up, Luke Ryan fade 22:01 Brayden Cook: wing/half-back role, cheap FWD value watch 23:01 Luke Jackson: ruck dominance, stock up 23:53 Leo Lombard: lock button smashed 24:27 Serong: wind game, slight stock down 25:28 Mitch Edwards: Geelong ruck pecking order issues 26:26 Roan Steele: wing role surprise, stock up 27:40 Dan Houston: kick-in role gone, avoid 30:08 Sam Grjl: “lock him in” rookie call 30:41 Dan Annable: deer in headlights, stock down hard 32:06 Wrap: 25 players, comment your takes 32:34 Where to find Deadly + rookie power rankings Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AFL SuperCoach Pre-Season Week 1 Shocks, Bolters & Must-Own Guns. We break down all the biggest takeaways from the first week of pre-season games.Who impressed? Who boosted their SuperCoach value? And which players are shaping as must-have picks for 2026 team structure?We cover role changes, rookie watch, breakout candidates, value options and early red flags to help you get ahead of the competition before Round 1.If you’re serious about AFL SuperCoach rankings this season, this is your early edge.In this episode: • Biggest AFL SuperCoach winners from Pre-Season Week 1 • Must-own guns emerging early • Breakout bolters to watch • Rookie SuperCoach options • Role changes impacting scoring • Early traps and red flags • Team structure implicationsDrop your biggest pre-season takeaways in the comments and let us know who you’re locking into your SuperCoach Side.Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy. https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsight Patreon: If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Hurt Locker. Your weekly breakdown of the key AFL injuries and what they mean for your SuperCoach strategy.In this episode we cover:• The biggest current AFL injuries• Which premiums are now risky• Midfield role changes to watch• New cash generation opportunities• Round 1 selection implications• How to adjust your SuperCoach structureInjuries are not just bad luck — they are opportunity if you react faster than the competition.Drop in the comments which injury has impacted your team the most and who you are pivoting to.Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy. https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsightPatreon: If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join0:00 Intro + Rainbow Dash banter 0:43 The Hurt Locker explained (injuries + SuperCoach impact) 1:21 How the slides work: return dates, roles, beneficiaries, impact rating 2:14 Adelaide injury rundown (Rankin, Keane, Draper, Curtin) 2:59 Who benefits at Adelaide: Rachelle, Worrell + impact rating meaning 4:17 Brisbane injuries: Draper, Hipwood, Doedee, Ainsworth 4:48 Darcy Fort season? Curtin ruck chat + what it means for SC 6:38 Carlton: Motlop out, Acres/Newman, Reidy reaction + who gets the role 8:02 Collingwood: Hill personal leave, Moore/Howe watch, McInnes talk 9:16 Essendon pain list: Martin out, ruck setup, Reed upside + who replaces Martin 10:56 Fremantle: Sturt/Simpson/McVee role and scoring expectations 11:53 Geelong: Stengel/Conway watch, Blitz ruck value + Ollie Henry lift 13:09 Gold Coast: Rowell out, beneficiaries (Graham/Humphrey/Davies) 15:01 GWS disaster: Green out, Kelly doubts, who gets the CBAs now? 16:50 Hawthorn: Will Day timeline, Ward vs McDonald value 18:19 Melbourne: Viney out, Windsor breakout requirements + role debate 20:24 North Melbourne: Wardlaw/Core/Goad/Colby finger concern 22:04 Port Adelaide: Sweet vs Visentini debate + Bergman CBAs 23:37 Richmond: Prestia again, Lawler value if CBAs land 24:42 St Kilda: Marshall forward-ruck DPP angle + King context 25:46 Sydney: Adams/King outs, Roses Jr rookie watch 27:43 West Coast: Graham/Gross/Duggan issues, Yeo CBAs + Duursma value debate 30:52 Bulldogs: Garcia/Waitman out, Sanders opportunity and Bevo factor 32:08 Q&A: Roby/Simpson Round 1 chances + Simpson bullish case 33:37 New 7-second kick-in rule: who wins/loses for SuperCoach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you want to dominate AFL SuperCoach 2026, it starts with team structure and cash generation.In this episode we break down exactly how to make bank early in the season, why structure matters more than individual picks, and how to set your squad up to upgrade aggressively.We cover:• The most effective AFL SuperCoach 2026 team structures• How many rookies is too many• Premium balance across each line• Mid-pricers vs cash cows strategy• Upgrade cadence and early trade planning• Common structure mistakes that cost you cashBuilding cash early is what separates average seasons from top rank finishes. Get your structure right and the upgrades take care of themselves.Drop your current structure in the comments and let us know where you are going aggressive.Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy. https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsightPatreon: If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The BTA Doctor reveals his full AFL SuperCoach 2026 starting squad. We break down the complete team structure, must-have premiums, value picks, rookies and POD selections to help you build a stronger side heading into Round 1.If you're planning your AFL SuperCoach team for 2026, this episode gives you a full look at strategy, player selection and early season thinking from the BTA Doctor.In this episode:• Full AFL SuperCoach 2026 team reveal• Team structure explained• Premium locks and must-have picks• Best rookies and cash generators• POD selections and value plays• Early strategy and planning insightsDrop your thoughts in the comments — what would you change in the Doctor’s squad?Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy. https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsightPatreon: If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AFL SuperCoach 2026 Forward Tier List is here. We break down the most relevant forwards for the season ahead and help you decide who to pick, who to avoid, and who could be league winners.In this episode we cover forward rankings, premium targets, value picks, breakout candidates and potential traps so you can build a stronger starting squad and gain an early edge in 2026.If you're planning your AFL SuperCoach forward line, this is the complete strategy guide you need.What we cover:• Forward tier rankings for 2026• Must-have premiums• Mid-price value plays• Breakout candidates• Players to avoid• Forward line strategy and structureDrop your thoughts in the comments — who are your must-have forwards this year?Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy. https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsightPatreon: If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join0:00 INTRO: The Horse x Deadly + How We’re Structuring AFL SuperCoach Forwards 2:34 FORWARD TIER LIST EXPLAINED: Must Have, Cash Gen, Good Start, Needs Luck, Avoid 2:52 JOSH RACHELE: Midfield role or forward trap? CBAs, Rankin impact 4:54 ISAAC RANKINE: Round 1 suspension, starting risk and trade-in timing 6:03 SAMMY LALOR: Year 2 breakout? Price, CBAs, cash generation case 8:45 KOZZY PICKETT: Upside vs floor, Melbourne factor, role watch 10:32 CONNOR BUDARICK: Bulldogs role, DPP angle, why it’s a gamble 11:32 DEV ROBERTSON: West Coast inside mid role, top cash gen if named 12:30 BREAKING NEWS: Matt Rowell injury update and flow-on effects 13:03 CHRISTIAN PETRACCA: Suddenly viable? CBAs spike, early matchups + early bye 15:03 JAMARRA UGLE-HAGAN: Cheap price but selection/availability concerns 16:33 LUKE DOVASTON: Cash gen profile, scoring volatility chat 17:20 CONNOR MCDONALD: Hawthorn midfield time, role reality check 18:32 Sponsor: Stromcrete (driveways, slabs, concrete) + discount mention 18:59 MUST START GREEN TIER: Harry Sheezel lock button 19:31 JOEL FREIJAH: “The Fridge” POD, CBA sample, value case 20:35 FINN MACRAE: High ownership fade, not training with A’s warning 21:11 RILEY THILTHORPE: Key forward who can break SuperCoach volatility 22:38 LEO LOMBARD: Rookie cash cow potential, role projection 23:19 LATRELL PICKETT: Rookie target? Role, CBAs, cash gen case 24:17 SAM FLANDERS: Set and forget forward line cornerstone 25:25 JACOB NEWTON: West Coast rookie, safe starter profile 26:13 BRENT DANIELS: Giants midfield opportunity with injuries, upside vs floor 27:13 BRAYDEN COOK: Adelaide role change hopes fade, current avoid 28:06 TOBIN MURRAY: Wing role, cash gen potential, risk of low scores 29:10 TODD MARSHALL: Half-back + kickouts shock, top cash gen alert 30:01 ADAM TRELOAR: Injury risk, role concerns, “needs things to go right” 30:52 SID DRAPER: Round 1 doubt, wait-and-see rookie call 31:27 MATTAES PHILIPPOU: Body risk but massive cash gen upside if fit 32:24 SAM DARCY: Top 6 forward case, structure/bye considerations 33:44 WRAP UP: Tier list recap Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Want the edge in AFL SuperCoach 2026? Choosing the right rucks can define your entire season. In this episode, we break down the best AFL SuperCoach ruck options for 2026, including must-have picks, value targets, breakout candidates and the biggest traps to avoid.We cover ruck structure, pricing value, scoring upside, ownership trends and the players who can help you gain a serious advantage over your competition. Whether you're locking in a premium ruck combo, chasing value or looking for a POD, this guide will help you build a league-winning strategy.In this video:Best AFL SuperCoach rucks for 2026Must pick premium optionsValue plays and breakout candidatesRuck traps to avoidR2 strategy and team structure advicePOD ruck selectionsSubscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy.https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsightPatreon: If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join0:00 Welcome back, footy is finally back1:35 Sponsor shout: Yo-G Frozen Yogurt (Bendigo)2:17 Practice match recap: Geelong key takeaways5:03 Hawthorn takeaways: McDonald, Ward, Reeves impressed7:52 Main topic begins: Rucks, new rules and what changes in 20269:44 Brody Grundy: does the early bye matter?11:23 Mitch Edwards: reality check after practice match12:55 Toby Nankervis: biggest loser from new ruck rules?14:16 CDT hype: elite talent but role warning15:08 Max Gawn: is 690k worth it in 2026?17:30 Ned Reeves Superman game + Hawks two rucks debate20:10 Luke Jackson: “have” status with new rules?22:21 Tim English: back to 125+ territory?23:15 Clip it: Jackson + English prediction and half marathon bet24:24 Lachlan McAndrew vs ROB: Round 1 watchlist26:12 Darcy Cameron: State of Origin ruck pick + bye factor27:13 TDK at the Saints: massive upside but bye headache30:14 Liam Reidy ownership: R3 must-have?31:24 Breaking news: Sam Taylor out 4 weeks (impact)31:50 Patreon pitch: Q&A, rankings, 1-1 support, SC rings league33:10 Jordan Sweet: role security vs price problem34:13 Nick Bryan: injury now, downgrade target later35:58 Rowan Marshall: forward-only concerns and price drop watch36:33 Tristan Xerri: can you pay up? rules impact37:39 Wrap: rucks list recap + tell us who we missed38:12 Practice match notes crew to follow on X39:02 Final wrap Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AFL SuperCoach 2026 is almost here and draft season is heating up.In this episode we run through a full First Round AFL SuperCoach Mock Draft, breaking down every single pick, explaining the strategy behind each selection and identifying the must pick guns you need to build a league winning squad.We cover:• Who deserves Pick 1 in 2026• Safe premium selections vs high ceiling risks• Draft structure strategy for the early rounds• When to prioritise midfield depth vs key position scarcity• Potential reaches and value steals• How to set your team up for long term draft successIf you are preparing for your AFL SuperCoach Draft league, this is your blueprint for Round 1. Whether you are drafting from the front, middle or back end, understanding how the first round unfolds can shape your entire season.Drop your draft position in the comments and tell us who you are targeting.Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, draft strategy, team reveals, POD watch and league winning insights throughout the 2026 season.Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy.https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsightPatreon: If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts.Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Squid breaks down his full AFL SuperCoach squad ahead of Round 1, explaining the strategy behind his structure, premium selections, mid-priced plays and cash cow setup. We dive into his captaincy plans, bye structure, POD targets and the key decisions that could shape the early rounds of the season.Is he going guns and rookies? Balanced build? Loading up on early value? Every line is analysed so you can see the reasoning behind each pick and apply it to your own team.If you’re finalising your AFL SuperCoach side, this is the blueprint you need before lockout.Drop your team structure in the comments and let us know:Who’s your biggest POD?Which premium are you fading?What’s your Round 1 captaincy plan?Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team reveals, trade targets, POD watch and league-winning strategy all season long.Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy. https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsightPatreon: If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join00:00 Welcome Back to Between the Arcs (2026 Kick Off)01:00 Squid’s 2025 Finish Review – Top 1% & Trade Chaos02:40 2026 Team Reveal Begins – Blank Canvas Strategy03:10 Cone of the Week Returns05:00 Defensive Structure – Rosy, Dale & POD Picks09:00 Midfield Locks – Butters, Daicos & Dunkley13:10 League Giveaway & Patreon Bonus Announced13:20 Ruck Strategy – Fading Xerri? Jackson & Cameron Debate26:30 Forward Line Breakdown – Sheezel, Darcy & Value Plays35:50 Live Q&A – Pods, Cash Cows & Season Predictions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is it. Hurl’s full AFL SuperCoach blueprint for 2026.In this episode, we break down Hurl’s complete SuperCoach strategy. Structures, premium selections, rookie balance, bye planning, cash generation targets and how he plans to navigate the season from Round 1 through to the final upgrade.This isn’t just a team reveal.It’s the thinking behind it.• How many premiums is he starting?• Where is he taking calculated risks?• What’s the plan for the early bye rounds?• Which players are stepping stones vs long-term keepers?• How aggressive is the upgrade cadence?If you’re serious about AFL SuperCoach this season, this is the type of planning that separates top 1% finishes from the pack.Drop your thoughts in the comments:Are you following a similar structure, or are you taking a completely different approach?Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy.https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsightPatreonIf you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives.Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts.Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join00:00 Between the Arcs welcome00:53 Why this is the best episode of the year (strategy over player vs player)02:09 The Grand Plan returns (what people can expect tonight)06:59 Hurls reads the full starting team (audio listeners get the full picture)08:29 10 keepers vs 14 keepers debate (what is a “keeper”, really?)11:12 Early bye “cost” math and why Hurls is going uber primo in mids14:07 Key number to track: rookies on field (the upgrade cadence framework)15:00 Cash gen table explained (what rookies and mid-pricers must average to make money)20:00 The 4 million problem (why cash gen is harder than people think)22:28 R3 trap talk: Liam Reidy, dead rookies and realistic budgeting27:16 Upgrade targets and the end-game map (who he’s chasing and why)29:22 Unlimited League code + prizes (free entry, cash + weekly prize)30:30 End-game team and trade budget (20 sales, 10 regen trades, 6 corrections, 4 spare)34:50 Ruck chaos + the stoppage drop (why rucks are the biggest fear)37:19 Correction trades reality check (ideal 6 vs what actually happens)41:31 Q&A time (bye points, old 20-trade era, rookies, keepers, Lawler debate)51:23 Wrap up + tomorrow night live (Squidy return, next show plug) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s time to put Secko’s AFL SuperCoach team under the microscope.In this episode, Secko walks through his full SuperCoach team reveal, explaining the structure, key selections, value picks, PODs and the calculated risks that could make, or break his season. We break down why each player is in, which picks are locked, and where the biggest danger points sit heading into Round 1.Is this a sharp, league-winning build… or a structure that could unravel early?Jump into the comments and tell us:Would you copy this team? Or tear it apart?Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy.https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsightPatreonIf you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives.Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts.Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join00:00 Intro: Secko joins Between the Arcs for an AFL SuperCoach Team Reveal 01:41 What Secko actually does: price rises, break-evens, cash gen and bye planning 03:02 D1: Jack Sinclair pick explained (role, TOG, consistency numbers) 04:50 D2: Connor Rozee as a “locked” defender premium 06:04 Secko’s method: projections, removing role outliers, using 2-3 years of data 07:14 D3: Jordan Clark calf update and why Secko loves him for reliability 08:36 The “anti-Colby” confession: why McKercher still makes the team 10:13 Defensive rookies: Farrow, Sarong, and the Round 1 job security chat 14:11 Midfield core: Butters + Noah Anderson and balancing the Round 3 bye 16:24 POD mid: Isaac Heeney under 4% owned and the “wins vs losses” split 17:30 Value premium debate: Caleb Serong vs the “cookie-cutter top 8” mids 22:06 Hayden Young reality check: stepping stone, not an endgame keeper 27:45 Ruck strategy bomb: rule changes, stoppage drop, Jackson/English/Darcy Cameron 34:41 Forward line build: Schiezel + Flanders, rookies, and the Dan Annable hype train Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone’s talking about them… but should you actually be starting them?In this episode, we break down the most discussed midfielders in AFL SuperCoach and put them under the microscope. Role changes, time on ground, scoring trends, injury risk, value vs upside — we cover it all to help you decide who’s a genuine must-have and who could sink your season as a massive trap.This is a must-watch for anyone finalising their preseason structure or looking for an edge before Round 1.Jump into the comments below and let us know:Which midfielder are you locking in? And who are you avoiding at all costs?Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy.https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsightPatreonIf you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives.Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts.Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join00:00 – Welcome Back to Between the Arcs Intro, banter, and what the episode will cover01:05 – How This Midfield Tier List Works 25 most relevant midfielders, not just the best01:54 – Zach Butters: Top Scorer After Month One? Why Butters could be the No.1 SuperCoach player02:55 – Jagger Smith: Must-Have Rookie Midfielder Elite cash generation, Rising Star favourite04:04 – Dyson Sharp: Safe Cash Generator? Essendon role, midfield rotation, scoring floor05:00 – Will Brodie: Opportunity or Trap? Round 1 relevance and Olly Wines impact06:17 – Hayden Young: Points Per Minute Machine Injury risk vs price value debate07:15 – Willem Duursma: Draft Pick Watch Role concerns and rookie pricing discussion08:13 – Darcy Parish: Flying Under the Radar Injury history, upside, and value at price09:17 – Nick Daicos: Early Red Flags? Calf concerns, early bye, and start vs trade-in10:40 – Errol Gulden: Wing Role That Scores Underpriced? Gulden vs Heeney debate11:52 – Patreon Plug & League Giveaway Unlimited league details and Patreon benefits13:15 – Josh Smillie: Injury Risk Rookie Watch Cash generation potential vs durability concerns14:32 – Marcus Bontempelli: The SuperCoach King Is Bont worth starting at 700k?16:19 – Patrick Retschko: Rookie Wing Smokey Elite running, role security, cash potential18:13 – Finn Callaghan: Rolls Royce Midfielder Breakout season incoming?19:23 – Harley Reid: Breakout Year or Watchlist? Midfield role, scoring ceiling, value debate21:29 – Noah Anderson: Ceiling vs Consistency Gold Coast structure and early fixture boost23:18 – Caleb Serong vs Andrew Brayshaw Which Freo mid do you pick?24:27 – Sam Cumming & Sammy “Grill” Richmond rookies, role certainty, Round 1 chances26:13 – Dan Annable: Brisbane Rookie Watch Midfield depth issues and selection risk27:27 – Sam Walsh: Bounce-Back Candidate? Injury history, role, and value at price29:17 – Tanner Bruhn: Inside Mid or Bust Role volatility warning30:55 – Jack Carroll: Defensive Role Surprise Saints role change creates value31:47 – Jordan Dawson: Safe or Overpriced? No early bye but limited upside?33:01 – Jack Steele: Underrated or Avoid? Why Steele sits in no-man’s land34:02 – Bailey Smith: Same Output Again? Role, early bye, and SuperCoach ceiling35:01 – Harvey Langford: Second-Year Breakout? Melbourne midfield opportunity opens up37:57 – Clayton Oliver at GWS Impact on Tom Green and Finn Callaghan39:05 – Jason Horne-Francis: Avoid Zone Consistency concerns and no DPP39:45 – George Hewett: Ultimate POD? Top-8 mid at 0.3% ownership41:43 – Matt Rowell: Start or Fade? Rule changes and Gold Coast midfield dynamics43:09 – Tier List Summary & Final Categories Must-haves, cash cows, avoids, and traps Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Looking for AFL SuperCoach Point of Difference players that can separate you from the pack?In this episode, we break down the best AFL SuperCoach PODs under 10% ownership. These are the players flying under the radar that have the role, scoring profile, and upside to help you climb the rankings and win your league.We dive into:Low ownership AFL SuperCoach picks with genuine upsideWhy these players are being overlooked by the majorityRole changes, scoring trends, and SuperCoach friendly profilesWhich PODs are league-winning plays vs high-risk trapsIf you are sick of following the crowd and want to gain a real edge, this episode is built for you.Perfect for:- AFL SuperCoach players chasing rank- League-focused coaches looking for separation- Coaches targeting breakout seasons and value spikesDrop a comment with your favourite POD or the one you are backing this season.Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy.https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsightPatreonIf you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives.Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts.Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Defenders can make or break your AFL SuperCoach season. 2026 is shaping up as one of the most important years for the line.In this episode, we break down the AFL SuperCoach defenders for 2026, separating the genuine locks from the breakouts, identifying the best cash generators, and flagging the defenders who could quietly become traps.In this video we cover:- Premium defender locks with proven scoring floors- Breakout candidates primed for role growth and ceiling games- Cheap defenders who can generate early-season cash- Mid-price traps and role risks to avoidWhether you’re starting your team, refining structure, or hunting for an edge before Round 1, this is a must-watch AFL SuperCoach 2026 defenders guide.Jump into the comments and let us know:Which defender is a lock in your team?Who are you fading and why?Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy.https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsightPatreonIf you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives.Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts.Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join00:00 Intro: Between the Arcs is back (Horse + Deadly in studio)01:07 What this episode is: Defenders Tier List (5 tiers, 25 players)01:37 How the 25-man list was built (ownership + relevance)02:27 Zeke Uwland: elite talent + top cash gen case03:20 Connor Rozee: near must-have with Port’s early run03:58 NAS: tag risk, early bye, Nas vs Sinclair debate05:17 Jai Serong: rookie cash gen if named Round 106:01 Josh Lindsay: role talk (wing/half-back) and cash gen upside07:17 Keidean Coleman: upside vs durability (needs things to go right)08:32 Sammy Grjl: role watch at Richmond, scoring potential09:33 Colby McKercher: role watch but huge value if half-back sticks10:22 Jacob Farrow: best kick, selection squeeze, good starter not top cash11:43 Nick Newman: age/injury flags, safe avoid12:56 Lachie Ash + Lachie Whitfield: early bye strategy, start one not both14:52 Jordan Clark: safest half-back role, consistent D6/D7 type16:06 Tom McCarthy: the “start at 500k?” debate (midfield role risk)18:08 Patreon + Discord pitch + unlimited league code and prizes19:42 Jack Sinclair: D1 conversation, Nas/Sinclair both pushed up20:39 Lachie Jaques: cheap role, job security watch21:58 Dan Houston: needs Daicos midfield role to unlock ceiling22:55 Miles Bergman: midfield tease vs “Mr Fix-It” trap warning24:19 Harry Kyle: huge rookie cash gen if best 2325:12 Nick Blakey: role dependency (Mills/Roberts/Bice impact)26:15 Bailey Dale: mid-tier scorer, tough bye structure28:30 CJ discussion: Melbourne half-back mix, value debate29:33 Josh Daicos: midfield time boosts, watch practice matches30:51 Jasper Fletcher: future SC mainstay, role mix at Brisbane32:15 Xavier Taylor: rookie love, Melbourne injuries open the door33:23 Josh Gibcus: cheap, intercept role, durability risk34:57 Wrap: 25 defenders tiered + next episodes (mids, forwards, rucks) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RookieCoach lifts the lid on his AFL SuperCoach 2026 team build, breaking down the structure, player selection logic, and key decisions shaping his starting squad.In this team preview, we dive into:- Core premiums and why they’re locked in- Mid-price plays that could make or break the season- Rookie selections with real job security- PODs, structure debates, and early-season strategy- Traps to avoid before Round 1Whether you’re finalising your own team or looking to pressure-test your build, this is a must-watch AFL SuperCoach 2026 preview packed with insight, rationale, and honest SuperCoach thinking.For those that would like to subscribe to the Rookie Coach's Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@rookiecoachaflSubscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy.https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsightPatreonIf you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives.Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts.Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join00:00 – Welcome to Between the Arcs Rookie Coach joins the show and the pre-season officially begins01:55 – Tonight’s Plan: Full Team Reveal Blank canvas, fresh build, no filters03:25 – The First Locked Pick Revealed Who was the very first name picked and why04:00 – Jack Sinclair Is Non-Negotiable Why Sinclair feels impossible to fade in 202607:00 – The NAS Role Change That Changes Everything Midfield shift, tags, and the ripple effect on scoring08:05 – D2 Debate: Whitfield vs The Field Fixture, durability, and why both might be required09:15 – Colby McKercher: The Risk I’m Willing to Take Role security, Clarko, and Tassie rumours12:55 – Why Age and Injury History Matters More Than Ever The Newman dilemma explained13:55 – Coleman at D4: Value or Trap? Half-back role, kick-ins, and escape plans15:00 – Rookie Defenders Watchlist Which cheap backs actually matter right now15:55 – Midfield Spend Strategy Explained Where the salary cap is really going16:05 – Zach Butters Is a Captaincy Lock Fixture run you simply can’t ignore16:55 – Nick Daicos: Start or Set-and-Forget Later? Tags, byes, and ownership pressure18:20 – Anderson and Callaghan: Why This Combo Works The handball receive theory19:05 – Parrish and Hayden Young: Calculated Risk Picks Ceiling vs durability explained21:00 – The Rookie Midfield Pool Which names actually have job security21:55 – Rucks Are the Wild Card in 2026 New rules, new scoring, big uncertainty22:15 – Tristan Xerri at R1: Trust the Fixture Why he survives the rule changes23:05 – English, McAndrew and Cheap Ruck Options Who could emerge from nowhere24:00 – The Mitch Edwards Deep Dive Is Geelong’s ruck future closer than we think?27:25 – Forward Line Strategy Breakdown Where most teams will look identical28:10 – Josh Rachele: POD or Season Breaker? Why this pick could define the year29:35 – Rookie Forwards to Monitor Closely Who to track through practice matches30:50 – The Final Flex Pick Explained Why Tanner Bruhn stands out36:25 – Full Team Review Every line, every pick, no hiding Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.