Between The Arcs | AFL SuperCoach Podcast

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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