Hurls is revealing his AFL SuperCoach starting squad for the 2026 season, breaking down the full team he plans to roll into Round 1 with. From premiums and mid-pricers to rookies and PODs, this episode dives into the strategy behind every pick.
In this team reveal we go through Hurl’s full SuperCoach structure, explaining why certain players made the squad, where the value is, and which picks could give him an early edge over the competition. With roles, rookie selections and preseason form shaping the early part of the season, getting your starting team right is critical.
If you are still finalising your side, this episode will give you insight into team balance, cash generation and the key players many SuperCoaches are considering ahead of Round 1.
In this episode:
• Hurl’s full AFL SuperCoach 2026 starting team
• Premium players locked into the squad
• Rookies and cash cows to generate money
• Mid-price selections and potential breakouts
• POD picks flying under the radar
• Strategy behind the team structure
Let us know in the comments who is locked into your SuperCoach team and which players you are still debating before Round 1.
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00:08 Intro: Hurl’s AFL SuperCoach team reveal begins
00:20 It is finally the week before Round 1
00:53 Should Round 0 count in SuperCoach?
01:43 Blank canvas: building Hurl’s team from scratch
02:20 D1 pick: Jack Sinclair over Whitfield and Nas
02:58 D2 and D3: Rosas locked, Clark replaces Whitfield
03:50 Why Hurl is fading the rookie-heavy build
04:17 D4-D5 gamble: Joe Fonti and Lachie Blackiston
06:31 Defensive rookies: Sarong, Lindsay and Jakes
07:59 Midfield starts: Butters and Daicos locked in
08:31 Nando’s and Ed Richards, including the Bont fade
11:00 Petracca is now a must-have
12:05 Young and Parish as stepping stones
14:03 Midfield rookies: Jagger, Sharp, Farrow and Blamirez
15:05 Rucks: English, McAndrew and Kalani White loophole
18:08 Forwards begin: Sheezel, Flanders and Budarick
19:39 Forward rookies: Philippou, Marshall, Robertson, Lombard and McRae
21:11 Flex spot: Sammy Grill and why cash is left in the bank
23:14 Full team recap: Hurl’s complete Round 1 squad
24:11 How much could still change before Thursday?
25:29 De Goey, Murphy Reid and other near-misses
29:06 League code, Patreon perks and prizes
31:20 Where to find Hurls and final strategy notes
33:42 Wrap up and mental health message
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