Seven Tackle Set | NRL Supercoach Podcast

This episode breaks down the major SuperCoach implications from Team List Tuesday and the Vegas fallout, including key selections, role shifts, and what they mean for Round 1 team builds.We dive into the Knights’ spine and whether Kalyn Ponga is becoming a must-have, assess whether Zac Kiraz can be trusted, and examine Crichton’s role on the left edge. We also unpack the Cowboys bench and what it could mean for Reed Mahoney, along with discussion around Toby Couchman, Sete Tu, and Luciano Leilua’s scoring outlook.With Round 1 fast approaching, this episode focuses on what’s real, what’s noise, and where coaches need to adjust.This episode is part of The Seven Tackle Set, the NRL SuperCoach podcast from SuperCoach Insight, formerly Insight Fantasy Sports.Check out the other shows from the pre-season: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1cFHlQFzCbxZL8bSACsca6S5ty-6Y11A&si=BT0gM1j82wbB2xbOJoin our FREE discord here: https://discord.gg/6fDXWnBHMCGet your FREE consult with Ryan from Astute Newstead: https://tally.so/r/n005AQHostsSC BrainInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/braintalksball/Twitter: https://x.com/BrainTalksBallSC WhispererInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/scwhisperer/Twitter: https://x.com/SCWhispererSC MattrixInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sc_mattrix/Twitter: https://x.com/SC_MattrixSeven Tackle SetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/seventacklesetnrl/Twitter: https://x.com/7TackleSetNRLPatreonIf 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/joinChapters0:00 Vegas TLT Is Here | Biggest Team List Day of the Year2:45 Winners & Losers From TLT | Curveballs, Chaos & Early Drama4:50 Storm Edge Bombshell | Joe Chan vs Lisati Debate8:30 Dolphins Fullback Decision | Hammer Confirmed, Fuller Out12:20 Warriors Mail | Jacob Laban Starting Round 1?15:20 Tigers Boost | Makasini Becomes a Must-Have Cheapie19:30 Knights Breakdown | Mooney Named, Sharpe at 6, Brown at 726:00 Cowboys Shake-Up | Drinkwater Green Light, Chester Risk30:30 Bulldogs & Dragons News | Crichton Goal Kicks, Setu 2 In38:15 Patreon Q&A | Mahoney Minutes, Flex Strategy & Must-Haves

In this episode, we deliver our bold NRL SuperCoach 2026 hot takes, with no fence-sitting and no safe answers. From the possibility of Nathan Cleary underperforming to big calls on Campbell, Couchman, and others, nothing is off limits.These are not consensus views — they’re strong opinions on where the season could surprise, which players may disappoint, and where risk could pay off. We explain the reasoning behind each call and why challenging assumptions can be the difference between an average season and a great one.This episode is part of The Seven Tackle Set, the NRL SuperCoach podcast from SuperCoach Insight, formerly Insight Fantasy Sports.Check out the other shows from the pre-season: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1cFHlQFzCbxZL8bSACsca6S5ty-6Y11A&si=BT0gM1j82wbB2xbOJoin our FREE discord here: https://discord.gg/6fDXWnBHMCGet your FREE consult with Ryan from Astute Newstead: https://tally.so/r/n005AQHostsSC BrainInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/braintalksball/Twitter: https://x.com/BrainTalksBallSC WhispererInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/scwhisperer/Twitter: https://x.com/SCWhispererSC MattrixInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sc_mattrix/Twitter: https://x.com/SC_MattrixSeven Tackle SetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/seventacklesetnrl/Twitter: https://x.com/7TackleSetNRLPatreonIf 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/joinChapters0:00 Hot Takes Are Back: 6 spicy calls for 20262:45 How Hot Are We Talking? “Mild curry at 3am” scale explained3:26 HOT TAKE 1: Herbie Farnworth averages under 70 in the first month6:40 HOT TAKE 2: Jayden Campbell finishes as the #1 halfback (Cleary watch)10:35 HOT TAKE 3: Scott Drinkwater to be the #1 fullback (Drinky vs Teddy)15:05 HOT TAKE 4: Isaiah Papali’i finishes Top 10 2RF (value case + comps)19:40 HOT TAKE 5: Trey Mooney outscores Toby Couchman (minutes + PPM debate)25:20 HOT TAKE 6: David Fifita is the highest averaging 2RF (Wayne Bennett boost)32:15 Thumbs Up/Down Recap: Rapid-fire verdicts on all 6 takes33:32 Wrap + Callouts: Drop your hot takes, like/subscribe, Patreon + upcoming eps

This episode delivers the final NRL SuperCoach 2026 trial recap, headlined by a dominant showing from the Rabbitohs and what it could mean for Round 1 team structure.We discuss how many Rabbitohs is too many, whether Manly’s performances raise concern, and where to land on key decisions around players like Paseka and Murray. With trials complete, we focus on what looks real, what may be misleading, and how these takeaways should shape final team builds.This episode is part of The Seven Tackle Set, the NRL SuperCoach podcast from SuperCoach Insight, formerly Insight Fantasy Sports.Check out the other shows from the pre-season: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1cFHlQFzCbxZL8bSACsca6S5ty-6Y11A&si=BT0gM1j82wbB2xbOJoin our FREE discord here: https://discord.gg/6fDXWnBHMCGet your FREE consult with Ryan from Astute Newstead: https://tally.so/r/n005AQHostsSC BrainInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/braintalksball/Twitter: https://x.com/BrainTalksBallSC WhispererInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/scwhisperer/Twitter: https://x.com/SCWhispererSC MattrixInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sc_mattrix/Twitter: https://x.com/SC_MattrixSeven Tackle SetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/seventacklesetnrl/Twitter: https://x.com/7TackleSetNRLPatreonIf 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/joinChapters00:00 Intro: Sunday trials, plus the charity match carnage00:32 “Make it good content” Josh vs Brad Takarangi moment02:10 Matrix’ new setup and the “best 10 minutes” charity match review03:35 Discord, Patreon, league code and where to find everything04:05 Rabbitohs vs Sea Eagles trial: SuperCoach-relevant takeaways05:00 Cody Walker at 399k: try, line breaks, and the injury risk debate07:15 Round 4 bye warning: how many Bunnies is too many?07:35 Latrell Mitchell role check: “ball in his hands a lot”09:10 Keaon Koloamatangi explodes: meters, tackles bump, and why he’s a gun11:05 David Fifita message to non-owners: “you’re wrong”14:02 Cam Murray reality check: why the 70 average days might be gone16:00 Campbell Graham watch: right-edge upside but volume concerns18:40 Sea Eagles attack looked clunky: no Turbo, no Burbo, no Jurbo context19:45 Did Souths waste the 13v12? Trial vibes vs real concern20:10 Josh’s fade: why “Fainu” (and Simkin) don’t do enough now22:40 Matrix on hooker structure: Mahoney/Grant/“Cheese” talk and why Simpkin’s out26:07 Wrap: key winners, Patreon week ahead, Vegas countdown, final CTAs

This episode recaps the latest NRL trials from a SuperCoach 2026 perspective, headlined by the growing question of whether James Tedesco is becoming a trap at his current price and role.We also dive into the cheapie landscape, including which options are firming for Round 1, whether Sam Walker is shaping as a must-have, and what to make of the Sharks’ performance and their tendency to dominate weaker opposition. As always with trials, context matters, so we focus on what could translate into the season and what may simply be noise.This episode is part of The Seven Tackle Set, the NRL SuperCoach podcast from SuperCoach Insight, formerly Insight Fantasy Sports.Check out the other shows from the pre-season: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1cFHlQFzCbxZL8bSACsca6S5ty-6Y11A&si=BT0gM1j82wbB2xbOJoin our FREE discord here: https://discord.gg/6fDXWnBHMCGet your FREE consult with Ryan from Astute Newstead: https://tally.so/r/n005AQHostsSC BrainInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/braintalksball/Twitter: https://x.com/BrainTalksBallSC WhispererInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/scwhisperer/Twitter: https://x.com/SCWhispererSC MattrixInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sc_mattrix/Twitter: https://x.com/SC_MattrixSeven Tackle SetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/seventacklesetnrl/Twitter: https://x.com/7TackleSetNRLPatreonIf 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/joinChapters0:00 Saturday Trials Chaos Begins0:11 Running, Hangovers & NRL Banter 😂3:20 Win Cash + Patreon Edge4:34 Sharks vs Raiders Reaction4:38 Nico Hynes Red Flag? 🚨6:24 Popular Pick Already Failing?9:20 Cheapie Job Security Drama10:57 HUGE Jesse Ramien Breakout Call 🔥16:42 Roosters vs Eels Review17:53 Should You Avoid Tedesco?19:45 Sam Walker Goes Nuclear 🚀24:20 Mitchell Moses Panic or Patience?27:20 Must-Have Forward Debate31:40 Titans vs Storm Takeaways32:20 Cheapie Lock of the Year?34:56 Jayden Campbell Buy or Fade42:10 Clear Your Team Strategy (Winning Tip)45:00 What’s Coming Next Week

This episode recaps the latest NRL trials from a SuperCoach 2026 perspective, headlined by Hakeem Haas’ dominant performance and what it could mean for his role, minutes, and scoring ceiling this season.We also break down Makasini’s standout showing, Herbie Farnworth’s quieter performance, and the key takeaways that could influence team structure heading into Round 1. As always with trials, context matters, so we focus on what could translate into the season and what may simply be noise.This episode is part of The Seven Tackle Set, the NRL SuperCoach podcast from SuperCoach Insight, formerly Insight Fantasy Sports.Check out the other shows from the pre-season: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1cFHlQFzCbxZL8bSACsca6S5ty-6Y11A&si=BT0gM1j82wbB2xbOJoin our FREE discord here: https://discord.gg/6fDXWnBHMCGet your FREE consult with Ryan from Astute Newstead: https://tally.so/r/n005AQHostsSC BrainInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/braintalksball/Twitter: https://x.com/BrainTalksBallSC WhispererInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/scwhisperer/Twitter: https://x.com/SCWhispererSC MattrixInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sc_mattrix/Twitter: https://x.com/SC_MattrixSeven Tackle SetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/seventacklesetnrl/Twitter: https://x.com/7TackleSetNRLPatreonIf 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/joinChapters00:00 Intro00:11 Welcome back, Seven Tackle Set is back00:29 World Club Challenge quick debrief01:22 Daily recaps return, what we are covering today01:40 Broncos v Hull KR, Payne Haas masterclass03:39 Ezra Mam and Reece Walsh reactions05:25 Patty Carrigan minutes and price chat07:25 Shibasaki, center scoring changes, and Broncos attack read10:22 The fade Haas debate, captaincy safety, Cleary mention10:35 NRL Trial 1, Dolphins v Warriors overview11:00 Selwyn Cobbo watch, Herbie impact and role chat14:39 Dolphins notes, Flegler minutes concern, Bunty comparison16:15 Warriors notes, Jacob Laban intel and role18:50 Tigers v Panthers trial, Tigers hype starts19:40 Tigers standouts, Makasini love-in, Doueihi at 722:56 Bunty Afoa quick numbers, Jerome Luai playmaking shout23:18 Panthers notes, To’o role/side concern, Ipap praise25:48 Cleary sin bin, round 1 availability and what to do27:53 Wrap-up, tomorrow’s trials, Xavier Coates injury note28:31 Follow socials, sign-off and final joke outro

This is a short preview from our latest Patreon-exclusive Subscriber Surgery, where we go through real SuperCoach teams submitted by members and make the changes we believe will improve structure, balance, and scoring potential.We discuss common mistakes, where trades can strengthen a squad, and how small adjustments can make a big difference across a season. This clip offers a snapshot of the process, while the full episode includes complete team breakdowns and final recommendations.If you’ve ever wondered how experienced coaches approach fixing a team, this is a glimpse behind the curtain.This episode is part of The Seven Tackle Set, the NRL SuperCoach podcast from SuperCoach Insight, formerly Insight Fantasy Sports.Check out the other shows from the pre-season: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1cFHlQFzCbxZL8bSACsca6S5ty-6Y11A&si=BT0gM1j82wbB2xbOJoin our FREE discord here: https://discord.gg/6fDXWnBHMCGet your FREE consult with Ryan from Astute Newstead: https://tally.so/r/n005AQHostsSC BrainInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/braintalksball/Twitter: https://x.com/BrainTalksBallSC WhispererInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/scwhisperer/Twitter: https://x.com/SCWhispererSC MattrixInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sc_mattrix/Twitter: https://x.com/SC_MattrixSeven Tackle SetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/seventacklesetnrl/Twitter: https://x.com/7TackleSetNRLPatreonIf 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/joinChapters0:00 Is Mooney the safest midrange forward?1:11 Fixing teams by freeing 100k fast2:19 The biggest team structure mistake3:13 Turning cash into premium upgrades4:26 Chester risk and cheapie traps5:12 Why double hooker is trending6:26 The dangerous cheap forward tier9:49 Jaden Campbell halfback debate

Join the number 1 stats provider for SuperCoach, Fantasy and Draftstars at rugbyleaguefantasypro.com. With SuperCoach changing the scoring, and making it impossible to see who averages what, RLFP is the best resource out there to get any scoring stat you need.USE CODE: INSIGHT26 for 10% off.In this episode, SCWhisperer reveals his NRL Fantasy 2026 team, built around a premium core featuring proven scorers and reliable roles. We break down why he’s comfortable paying up for elite players, how this structure prioritises consistency, and where value fits around the edges.With two top 1,000 finishes in the past three seasons, SCWhisperer walks through the thinking behind this build, the balance between safety and upside, and how a strong core can set the foundation for a successful Fantasy campaign.This episode is part of The Seven Tackle Set, the NRL Fantasy & SuperCoach podcast on SuperCoach Insight.Check out the other shows from the pre-season: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1cFHlQFzCbxZL8bSACsca6S5ty-6Y11A&si=BT0gM1j82wbB2xbOJoin our FREE discord here: https://discord.gg/6fDXWnBHMCGet your FREE consult with Ryan from Astute Newstead: https://tally.so/r/n005AQHostsSC BrainInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescbrain/Twitter: https://x.com/TheSCBrainSC WhispererInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/scwhisperer/Twitter: https://x.com/SCWhispererSC MattrixInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sc_mattrix/Twitter: https://x.com/SC_MattrixSeven Tackle SetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/seventacklesetnrl/Twitter: https://x.com/7TackleSetNRLPatreonIf 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/joinChapters0:00 Whisperer’s NRL Fantasy Team Reveal Intro1:29 Fantasy vs SuperCoach + Cleary & Haas Build Tease2:52 Hookers Strategy: Grant Lock + Bench Cover3:40 FRF Picks: Haas, Tino & Mooney Value Case6:35 IPAP Breakout Call + Fifita Value Talk9:02 Spine Build: Cleary Lock, Atkinson Punt11:19 Centre Crisis: Penisini & KL Iro Picks15:00 Wing/FB Strategy: Brian To’o POD Case16:52 Bench Value: Brandon Smith, Luki & Cheapies23:15 Final Thoughts + NRL Fantasy Show Discussion

Join the number 1 stats provider for SuperCoach, Fantasy and Draftstars at rugbyleaguefantasypro.com. With SuperCoach changing the scoring, and making it impossible to see who averages what, RLFP is the best resource out there to get any scoring stat you need.USE CODE: INSIGHT26 for 10% off.In this episode, SC Mattrix reveals his NRL Fantasy 2026 team, breaking down a build packed with massive POD selections designed to create separation from the pack. We explore where he’s leaning into risk, why ownership matters in Fantasy, and how difference-makers can swing league results.This team prioritises upside and strategic leverage, with discussion around which selections could pay off big and where the danger lies. Whether you’re chasing rank or looking to dominate your leagues, this episode highlights how calculated risks can define a season.This episode is part of The Seven Tackle Set, the NRL Fantasy & SuperCoach podcast on SuperCoach Insight.Check out the other shows from the pre-season: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1cFHlQFzCbxZL8bSACsca6S5ty-6Y11A&si=BT0gM1j82wbB2xbOJoin our FREE discord here: https://discord.gg/6fDXWnBHMCGet your FREE consult with Ryan from Astute Newstead: https://tally.so/r/n005AQHostsSC BrainInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescbrain/Twitter: https://x.com/TheSCBrainSC WhispererInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/scwhisperer/Twitter: https://x.com/SCWhispererSC MattrixInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sc_mattrix/Twitter: https://x.com/SC_MattrixSeven Tackle SetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/seventacklesetnrl/Twitter: https://x.com/7TackleSetNRLPatreonIf 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/joinChapters0:00 Mattrix team reveal teaser (pods + vibes)0:51 Broncos vs Cowboys banter1:11 Why we’re doing Fantasy reveals2:11 Comment roast: what would you change?4:08 Reed Mahoney value pick5:52 Tapine POD over Haas7:23 IPAP edge value case9:52 Beau Fermor upside12:12 Nathan Cleary splurge14:41 Cleary vs Haas structure debate15:53 Centres: Purdue pod + dual swing18:41 WFB: Cobbo, Stone Street, To’o value23:41 Bench: Cody Walker punt + cheapies29:44 Wrap + Josh reveal next