The Bye Round With James Graham

On this week’s Bye Round interview special, James Graham sits down with the new owners of the London Broncos, businessman Grant Wechsel and rugby league legend Darren Lockyer. They open up about their takeover of the iconic London club, their ambitious plans for the future, why a Super League return will have to wait until after the 2026 season and how the Broncos can reignite rugby league in the UK’s capital! On this week’s Bye Round interview special, James Graham sits down with the new owners of the London Broncos, businessman Grant Wechsel and rugby league legend Darren Lockyer. They open up about their takeover of the iconic London club, their ambitious plans for the future, why a Super League return will have to wait until after the 2026 season and how the Broncos can reignite rugby league in the UK’s capital! 0:00 Why The London Broncos? 7:45 How To Attract Fans From London 11:28 Reception From Other Super League Clubs 13:28 Should The NRL Control The Super League? 18:22 Missing Out On Super League In 2026 22:34 Pathway To The Super League 27:42 Recruitment For 2026 31:33 Junior Pathways In London 36:40 Potential Brisbane Broncos Collab 39:47 Playing For The KangaroosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the Rugby League Roundtable. Hosted by James Graham, this 10-part podcast series will dig deep on the biggest issues in the game with some of games leading minds! We have every angle of the game covered with current Manly head coach Anthony Seibold, Panthers CEO Matt Cameron & the Daily Telegraph's Phil ‘Buzz’ Rothfield joining the Jimmy to discuss these issues. This episode focuses on the big bad world of media in rugby league! With a 24/78 news cycle the team dive deep into how the media impacts rugby league, what major areas are we missing out on and the one yearly article that irks every single administrator! COP THE NEW BYE ROUND JERSEY: https://thebyeround.com/products/bye-round-x-classic-jersey Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ 0:00 Is Jimmy A Journalist? 1:51 Dealing With The Media as A Coach 12:45 Netflix-Style NRL Series 28:37 Players On Media Bans 33:34 Anthony Seibold Maccas Viral Photo 38:45 NRL Rich ListSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to a rare edition of The Bye Round Podcast! No James Graham, instead we've got Cronulla Sharks Premiership winner Wade Graham & the game's BEST news breaker Brent Read to discuss all the fallout from another HUGE week of footy! The boys chat the Kangaroos Ashes victory, New Zealand's win in the Pac Champs, massive changes on the Gold Coast & one CEO quits their NRL club! COP THE NEW BYE ROUND JERSEY: https://thebyeround.com/products/bye-round-x-classic-jersey Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ 0:00 Welcome Wade & Ready 3:28 Australia Retain The Ashes 14:37 NZ Smash Tonga To Make Pac Champs Final 24:42 Lachlan Ilias Joins Gold Coast Titans 29:20 Johns & Tallis Buy Stake In The Titans 36:09 Player Movement Update 43:11 Tony Mestrov Quits Manly/Turbo Re-SignsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham is joined by one of the game's biggest news breakers for this massive November 1 transfer window special! SMH's Michael Chammas jumps in to run us through all the moving pieces in the now open transfer window! We go deep on every position & find out who is going where! COP THE NEW BYE ROUND JERSEY: https://thebyeround.com/products/bye-round-x-classic-jersey Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ 0:00 Tino Fa'asuamaleaui’s Future 9:00 Sydney Roosters Tedesco Succession Plan 14:11 Kalyn Ponga’s Future 22:04 Fullback On The Market 30:46 Wingers On The Market 33:06 Centres On The Market 35:24 Jarome Luai’s Future 38:00 Perth Bears Recruitment 39:05 The Pressure On South Sydney 43:21 Dummy-Halves On The Market 47:45 Payne Haas’ Future 51:01 Lindsay Smith’s Future 55:54 Locks On The Market 58:54 2nd Rowers On The Market 1:00:50 Teams Who Most Players Off-ContractSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the Rugby League Roundtable. Hosted by James Graham, this 10-part podcast series will dig deep on the biggest issues in the game with some of games leading minds! We have every angle of the game covered with current Manly head coach Anthony Seibold, Panthers CEO Matt Cameron & the Daily Telegraph's Phil ‘Buzz’ Rothfield joining the Jimmy to discuss these issues. This episode focuses on the always controversial role of player managers in rugby league. What's their actual role? What type of relationships do they have with the media, CEOs and coaches? Do they have too much power in the NRL? All these questions and more are answered! COP THE NEW BYE ROUND JERSEY: https://thebyeround.com/products/bye-round-x-classic-jersey Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ 0:00 Our Relationship With Agents 4:00 The Lachlan Galvin Drama 12:59 Dealing With Agents As A Coach 15:13 Dealing With Agents As A CEO 17:40 Agents & Recruitment 24:14 Recruitment Meetings 38:49 Negotiating With Agents 45:56 Agents Managing Coaches & PlayersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham is joined by Michael Chammas as the boys jump into a massive recap of the opening Ashes test! We find out how the Australia camp has gone, the NRL's push for global expansion & what is the latest on R360! COP THE NEW BYE ROUND JERSEY: https://thebyeround.com/products/bye-round-x-classic-jersey Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround 00:00 Jimmy’s Sad 05:30 Ashes Game 1 Review 18:30 Chammy In Australia Camp 22:51 Instant Classic: Samoa v Tonga 28:00 NRL Buying Super League? 32:00 Global Round Buzz 47:00 Quiet On The R360 Front 49:00 Jonah Pezet 1 Year DealSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Bye Round takes a trip down memory lane with the return of our Tour Tales Series. This time we focus on the 2003 Kangaroos Ashes Tour of England. James Graham is joined by Brett Kimmorley and Luke Ricketson to relive one of rugby league’s great international tours. A tour full of big hits, bigger nights, and a few infamous stories. COP THE NEW BYE ROUND JERSEY: https://thebyeround.com/products/bye-round-x-classic-jersey Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Cover-More's Las Vegas Comp: https://covermore-experiences.com/nrl-vegas/ Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Going Back To 2003! 5:16 A Turbulent 2003 NRL Season 7:47 The Coach: Chris Anderson 11:22 Aussie Jersey v Origin Jersey? 15:53 Rivalry Between Australia & England 20:07 Who’s Best Off-Ground? 26:29 First Test: Adrian Morley Send-Off 37:17 Kangaroos Beach Party In Leeds 40:12 Brett Kimmorley Man Of Match 2nd Test 46:29 Third Test Celebrations 48:20 Trip To Amsterdam 56:20 2025 Ashes SeriesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the Rugby League Roundtable. Hosted by James Graham, this 10-part podcast series will dig deep on the biggest issues in the game with some of games leading minds! We have every angle of the game covered with current Manly head coach Anthony Seibold, Panthers CEO Matt Cameron & the Daily Telegraph's Phil ‘Buzz’ Rothfield joining the Jimmy to discuss these issues. This episode focuses on the grassroots of rugby league. The crew discuss a plan to save bush footy in regional NSW and QLD, the best Pathways into the NRL plus, we chat the current state of junior rugby league. COP THE NEW BYE ROUND JERSEY: https://thebyeround.com/products/bye-round-x-classic-jersey Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Cover-More's Las Vegas Comp: https://covermore-experiences.com/nrl-vegas/ Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the Rugby League Roundtable. Hosted by James Graham, this 10-part podcast series will dig deep on the biggest issues in the game with some of games leading minds! We have every angle of the game covered with current Manly head coach Anthony Seibold, Panthers CEO Matt Cameron & the Daily Telegraph's Phil ‘Buzz’ Rothfield joining the Jimmy to discuss these issues. This episode focuses on the upcoming expansion in the NRL. It takes a close look at why the Perth Bears were picked as team 18, Matt reveals why he thinks PNG will be successful when they enter as team 19 & the crew discuss where is best for the eventual 20th NRL team. COP THE NEW BYE ROUND JERSEY: https://thebyeround.com/products/bye-round-x-classic-jersey Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Cover-More's Las Vegas Comp: https://covermore-experiences.com/nrl-vegas/ Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Do We Have Enough Players For More Expansion? 14:08 Will The PNG Team Work? 23:34 Is PNG An Easier Sell To Players Than Perth? 28:10 Do The Perth Bears Need Instant Success? 29:38 Logistics Of The Draw 31:25 New Broadcast Deal 36:00 Is Perth Bears Being Owned By NRL A Concern? 39:22 The $600 Million Investment Into PNG 42:31 The 20th NRL Team 53:17 Final ThoughtsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham is joined by former English teammate and good friend Josh Hodgson to preview the massive International footy schedule ahead. The boys look at the upcoming Ashes Series and Pacific Championships, plus, they tell some funny tales of their time in camp over the years! COP THE NEW BYE ROUND JERSEY: https://thebyeround.com/products/bye-round-x-classic-jersey Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Cover-More's Las Vegas Comp: https://covermore-experiences.com/nrl-vegas/ Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Josh’s Coaching Journey So Far 10:15 Hull KR Win The Super League 18:19 Jimmy & Josh England Camp Stories 31:27 England Ashes Preview 54:00 Kangaroos Ashes Preview 1:01:53 Pacific Championships PreviewSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

EPISODE 2 OF THE RUGBY LEAGUE ROUNDTABLE WILL NOW DROP ON TUESDAY! EPISODE 3 WILL DROP NEXT THURSDAY! Welcome to a special emergency podcast edition of Mid-Week Matters! Jimmy is joined by leading NRL journalist Michael Chammas to break down the NRL's threat to ban R360 defectors for 10-years if they make the switch! COP THE NEW BYE ROUND JERSEY: https://thebyeround.com/products/bye-round-x-classic-jersey Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Cover-More's Las Vegas Comp: https://covermore-experiences.com/nrl-vegas/ Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 10-Year Bans For R360 Defectors 9:58 Why Do ‘Rebel Leagues’ Happen? 14:52 Who’s Backing R360? 21:07 Money Upfront For R360? 23:33 Jimmy’s Global Idea For The NRL 28:05 Melbourne’s Massive Halves Conundrum 34:51 Craig Bellamy To The Gold Coast Titans? 38:16 Jimmy Responds To Aaron WoodsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham and Charlie White return for part two of our 2025 NRL season review. This episode is all about the contenders; the top eight teams! Who rose when it mattered most? Who crumbled under the pressure? And which side has set the standard for 2026? The boys unpack it all! COP THE NEW BYE ROUND JERSEY: https://thebyeround.com/products/bye-round-x-classic-jersey Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Sydney Roosters 12:53 Penrith Panthers 17:53 New Zealand Warriors 24:47 Cronulla Sharks 35:42 Brisbane Broncos 48:27 Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs 56:57 Melbourne Storm 1:10:45 Canberra RaidersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham and Charlie White kick off their two-part deep dive into the 2025 NRL season. In part one, the boys review the Bottom Nine teams unpacking the good, the bad, and the downright ugly from their campaigns. Who showed signs of life, who went backwards and what needs to be in the off-season to ensure they don's miss the finals again! COP THE NEW BYE ROUND JERSEY: https://thebyeround.com/products/bye-round-x-classic-jersey Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 State Of The Game 4:45 Newcastle Knights 16:04 Gold Coast Titans 25:37 St George Illawarra Dragons 38:41 South Sydney Rabbitohs 48:57 Wests Tigers 55:17 North Queensland Cowboys 59:07 Parramatta Eels 1:07:50 Manly Sea Eagles 1:20:33 DolphinsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the Rugby League Roundtable. Hosted by James Graham, this 10-part podcast series will dig deep on the biggest issues in the game with some of games leading minds! We have every angle of the game covered with current Manly head coach Anthony Seibold, Panthers CEO Matt Cameron & the Daily Telegraph's Phil ‘Buzz’ Rothfield joining the Jimmy to discuss these issues. After a year full of controversial player transfer stories the crew discuss what they like and don’t like about the current NRL system and what can be done to fix the current issues of player movement! COP THE NEW BYE ROUND JERSEY: https://thebyeround.com/products/bye-round-x-classic-jersey Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Cover-More's Las Vegas Comp: https://covermore-experiences.com/nrl-vegas/ Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Is Anyone Satisfied With The Current Transfer System? 17:45 Matt Cameron’s Trade Window Idea 30:17 Clauses In Contracts 41:26 Will A Draft KILL Junior Pathways? 51:59 Final Thoughts/Biggest ConcernsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

COP THE NEW BYE ROUND JERSEY: https://thebyeround.com/products/bye-round-x-classic-jersey James Graham & Gorden Tallis are in to review all the chaos and drama from an unforgettable 2025 NRL Grand Final. From Reece Walsh’s herculean performance to Ben Hunt’s redemption story 10-years in the making to Michael Maguire proving his critics wrong, we cover it all! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Cover-More's Las Vegas Comp: https://covermore-experiences.com/nrl-vegas/ Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

COP THE NEW BYE ROUND JERSEY: https://thebyeround.com/products/bye-round-x-classic-jersey On this week's episode of The Bye Round interview show, James Graham is joined by rugby league legend and new Kangaroos coach Kevin Walters. In this chat the boys preview the upcoming return of The Ashes series and why they're both so excited to see International footy place well and truly at the forefront of our sport! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Cover-More's Las Vegas Comp: https://covermore-experiences.com/nrl-vegas/ Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Jimmy Is Taking The Enemy On Tour 4:55 Getting The Kangaroos Coaching Gig 7:00 Passion For Coaching 9:00 Managing The Squad On Tour 14:09 Rather Be A Coach Or Player On Tour? 15:12 Conversations With Mal Meninga 18:47 Playing At Wembley Stadium 22:23 England v Australia Rivalry 28:48 The ‘Leaked’ Aussie Team 34:20 International Eligibility Laws 44:09 Some Of The Greats Never Played An Ashes Series 47:40 Is Kevvy Ready For The Scousers? 50:58 Dealing With The English Conditions 56:40 Assistant Coach Gorden TallisSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this massive grand final preview Jimmy Graham is joined by Melbourne Storm legend Christian Welch & Broncos legend Gorden Tallis. We go deep on all the key matchups, storylines & debate where this game will be won. Plus, we debate the R360 comp, if refereeing is hard & talk Dally M's! COP THE NEW BYE ROUND JERSEY: https://thebyeround.com/products/bye-round-x-classic-jersey Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Cover-More's Las Vegas Comp: https://covermore-experiences.com/nrl-vegas/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

COP THE NEW BYE ROUND JERSEY: https://thebyeround.com/products/bye-round-x-classic-jersey James Graham and Charlie White break down an epic Preliminary Final weekend that saw the end of the Panthers 4-Year Premiership reign... BUT is their dynasty over??? The Storm were too good for the Sharks but can they bring the title back to Melbourne. Pus, the boys chat St Helens’ miracle wiin, give Michael Maguire his flowers for silencing the critics and a prominent journo bails on the 100M Sprint Race! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Cover-More's Las Vegas Comp: https://covermore-experiences.com/nrl-vegas/ Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 The Loudest Suncorp Stadium Has Ever Been 6:10 The Bye Round Jersey Available Now 7:28 Journo Pulls Out Of 100M Sprint Race 15:29 MOTW: Should Injured Players Get A Premiership Ring? 17:09 Instant Classic: Broncos End The Panthers Reign 34:12 Is This Really The End Of The Penrith Dynasty? 35:17 Michael Maguire Proving Doubters Wrong 43:48 Grant Atkins To Referee The Grand Final 48:47 Still Need To Make Top Four To Win The Premiership 51:28 Hyundai Hybrid Hero Of The Week: St Helens Miracle Win 56:49 Storm Too Strong For The SharksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's interview, James Graham sits down with leading NRL player agent Chris Orr for a rare look behind the curtain of rugby league’s deal makers. They break down what a player agent really does day-to-day, the art of building a stable of superstars and why the game needs agents in the first place. From the bold moves behind Jason Taumalolo’s 10-year contract to the story of Valentine Holmes chasing the NFL dream and helping NFL star Jordan Mailata along the way, Chris shares the strategies, risks and wild negotiations that shape the sport! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Cover-More's Las Vegas Comp: https://covermore-experiences.com/nrl-vegas/ Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 The Different Roles Of A Player Agent AD 18:01 Chris’ Rugby League Journey 21:49 Building A Stable Of Superstars 24:50 Negotiating Deals With Parents 31:39 The NRL Scouting Combine AD 39:30 Dealing With Players Coming Off Contract 45:10 Why Do We Need Player Agents? AD 50:30 Player Agent Power At NRL Clubs 54:34 Should Agents Be Allowed To Manage Players & Coaches? 1:03:50 A.I & Rugby League 1:11:33 Jason Taumalolo’s 10-Year Contract 1:25:31 Valentine Holmes’ NFL Deal 1:29:00 NFL Supertsar Jordan Mailata 1:35:57 Dealing With NFL Clubs Compared To NRL Clubs 1:40:35 Which NRL Players Would Make Good Agents? 1:43:05 Rapid Growth Of NRLWSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham, Wade Graham and Charlie White are in-studio ahead of a massive weekend of finals footy. They boys Mark Nawaqanitawase’s return to rugby union, debate Tino Fa'asuamaleaui choosing the Kangaroos over Samoa, we preview both Prelim Finals and explain why Nathan Cleary’s brilliance is still somehow underrated! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Cover-More's Las Vegas Comp: https://covermore-experiences.com/nrl-vegas/ Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Ready’s ASICS Sponsorship 3:03 “James Graham Doubles Down….” 4:33 NRL IN LAS VEGAS GIVEAWAY! 7:25 Mark Nawaqanitawase Back To Rugby Union 23:17 Tino Fa'asuamaleaui Picks Kangaroos Over Samoa 29:28 Kangaroos Number 1: Teddy, Edwards or Walsh? 35:21 Channel 7 Win Rugby League World Cup TV Rights 39:12 2017 World Cup Final: Jimmy v Wade 42:00 Storm v Sharks Preview 59:28 Ronaldo Mulitalo & The Ron-DAWG! 1:08:10 Storm v Sharks Predictions 1:14:32 The Greatness Of Nathan Cleary Is Understated! 1:18:00 Broncos v Panthers Preview 1:30:22 Broncos v Panthers PredictionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham, Gorden Tallis and Charlie White rip into a massive second week of NRL Finals action including the perfect Panthers resounding win over the Bulldogs, the Sharks upset over the Minor Premiers the Raiders, plus, Jimmy fires back after an article over his commentary, the Media Sprint goes into overdrive and Manly fumbles Tom Trbojevic’s contract! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Cover-More's Las Vegas Comp: https://covermore-experiences.com/nrl-vegas/ Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Pre-Show Jersey Dribble 3:37 Jimmy Responds To News Article 17:01 Perfect Panthers Perfect Performance 37:35 Media Sprint Goes Next Level 45:17 Reed Mahoney’s Bulldogs Exit 55:34 Hyundai Hybrid Hero Finals Week 2 1:01:09 Manly Mismanage Tom Trbojevic’s New Contract 1:10:30 Disgusting English Food 1:16:01 Gordie Running Water For Kangaroos? 1:17:53 Instant Classic: Sharks Knock Out The Raiders 1:32:09 The Finals Schedule: Does A Sunday Prelim Matter?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The week on The Bye Round James Graham is re-joined Michael Chammas and Charlie White continue our deep dive into the most personal feuds rugby league has ever seen. Today's episode unpacks the bad blood between Jason Taylor and Robbie Farah, we looking into the feud between referee Bill Harrigan & the Raging Bull Gorden Tallis, plus Jimmy opens up on the St Helens and Wigan hatred! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Cover-More's Las Vegas Comp: https://covermore-experiences.com/nrl-vegas/ Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Jason Taylor vs. Robbie Farah 20:40 Ricky Stuart vs. Trent Robinson= 28:16 Gorden Tallis v Bill Harrigan 36:21 Billy Slater vs. Aaron Woods 49:50 St Helens vs. WiganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham is joined by Michael Chammas and Charlie White for a jam-packed episode ahead of week two of the NRL finals. The boys breaks down a stacked week; the Media 100-metre sprint during Grand Final week is officially on, Justin Holbrook lands the Knights gig, Victor Radley’s future at the Roosters is up in the air, the AFL splashes $5-million on Snoop Dogg, plus, a full preview of both Semi-Final clashes! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Cover-More's Las Vegas Comp: https://covermore-experiences.com/nrl-vegas/ Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 “Humble Kid From Paddington” 4:41 Jimmy Accidentally Texting Phil Gould 9:00 The Media 100M Sprint Is Happening! 10:43 Tom Birmingham From Hello Sport Joins Us! 14:27 The Mechanic Of The Sprint 17:44 Message Of The Week: Suspensions During Finals 19:10 Win A Trip To Las Vegas NRL 20:30 Justin Holbrook New Knights Head Coach 29:52 The Victor Radley Situation 48:00 AFL Paying Snoop Dogg $5-Million 54:03 Bulldogs vs. Panthers Semi-Final Preview 1:01:56 Sunday Arvo Prelim Final: Good Or Bad? 1:04:39 Raiders vs. Sharks Semi-Final PreviewSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After one of the most incredible weekend of finals footy, ever played, James Graham is joined by Charlie White to unpack all the drama from week one of the finals. From the Broncos miracle win in Canberra, the Panthers win in tough conditions, the Sharks impressive victory over the Roosters and the Bulldogs brave performance against the Storm, the boys unpack it all! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 The Media Grand Final Sprint 5:18 Instant Classic: Broncos Win Greatest Final Ever 20:43 Poor Refereeing Performance 30:34 Pat Carrigan Suspension 34:21 Michael Maguire’s Reynolds Dilemma 43:17 Are The Raiders Cooked? 45:08 Broncos Vindicated In Brining In Madge? 46:57 Sharks Impressive Win Over The Roosters 51:48 Sam Walker Criticism Unfair? 53:28 Hyundai Hybrid Hero 56:43 Are The Bulldogs Cooked? 1:08:31 Bulldogs Panthers Sunday Blockbuster 1:13:08 Billy Walters ACL Injury News 1:18:02 Warriors Can Win The Comp In 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The week on The Bye Round James Graham is joined Michael Chammas and Charlie White to dive head-first into the most personal feuds rugby league has ever seen. From legendary coaching clashes between Wayne Bennett vs Craig Bellamy, to the media wars of Phil “Buzz” Rothfield vs Danny Weidler, no grudge is off-limits! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Wayne Bennett vs. Craig Bellamy 18:30 Buzz Rothfield vs. Danny Weidler 41:20 Luke Keary vs. Russell Crowe 50:37 Sam Burgess vs. James Graham 1:14:14 Benji Marshall vs. Tim SheensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham is joined by Gorden Tallis and Charlie White ahead of a blockbuster opening weekend of finals footy. It's Jimmy's 40th Birthday and he reveals what he's learning to do even at this stage in his life. Plus, the boys discuss the huge news out of the Bulldogs with Toby Sexton returning to the team, plus, Darren Lockyer's takeover of Rugby League in London, Mal Meninga's Perth wobbles and we preview every game of week one of the finals. Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Jimmy’s 40th Birthday 10:16 MOTW: Is James Tedesco The Roosters Greatest Ever Player? 13:41 Darren Lockyer’s London Broncos Takeover 20:54 Clubs Spending PNG Money Early Just Incase 28:50 Mal Meninga Having Second Thoughts About Perth Bears? 40:57 Rule Change Idea - 7 Tackle Set 42:28 Taylan May Signs Extension With Tigers 44:01 Swearing In Post-Match Interviews 48:03 Finals Predictions Based On “Feelings” 50:00 Storm v Bulldogs Preview 58:58 Warriors v Panthers Preview 1:03:28 Sharks v Roosters Preview 1:05:46 Raiders vs. BroncosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham is joined by Charlie White to breakdown the biggest topics from the weekend of rugby league. We dive into Nicho Hynes’ suspension backflip, dissect the injury carnage ahead of the first week of the finals, Jimmy brings out his Premiership Pyramid, which teams will rise the most of the bottom nine next season and we ask the question; are the Panthers the 'real' Premiership favourites? Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Jimmy The Flapper 4:27 Jimmy’s 40th Birthday 6:28 The Dragons Struggles 10:25 Dolphins Season That Could’ve Been 12:10 Storm Injury Crisis 18:56 Bulldogs Woeful Attack 28:30 Should All The Games In Round 27 Be Played At The Same Time? 33:30 Nicho Hynes Suspension Backflip 46:32 Do The Wahs Have Any Chance Against The Pahs? 52:13 Broncos & Raiders Lineup Dilemmas 1:01:44 Instant Classic: DCE’s Last Hurrah At Manly 1:08:13 Which Bottom 9 Team Will Rise The Most In 2026? 1:10:49 Knights Get The Wooden Spoon 1:14:42 Jimmy’s Premiership PyramidSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Fan Roundtable is back, for its third edition and this time it's all about finals footy! Jimmy is joined by Tim Williams to discuss the rise of the Raiders to the Minor Premiership in season 2025. Liam Daly discusses the Broncos off-field issues and if that will halt the club from winning a Premiership this year. And finally, Mitchell Farag shares his thoughts on the Panthers chances of winning a 5th straight Premiership, this time creating history and potentially winning it from outside the top four! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Most Exciting Finals Series Of All Time? 13:31 Who’s Making Up The Numbers? 20:21 Raiders Incredible Year 32:36 Panthers Mixed Season 41:15 Off-Field Issues Halt Broncos Premiership Chances? 47:46 Lachlan Galvin & The Bulldogs 54:40 Should The Minor Premier Be Rewarded More? 1:01:57 Grand Final PredictionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s the final round of the regular season and James Graham is joined by The Raging Bull himself, Gorden Tallis. They break down who the real Premiership contenders are in 2025, throw out some early Grand Final predictions, and react to the big talking points of the week including; from Gehamat Shibasaki being dropped, to the bizarre story of Reece Walsh drinking toilet water, the race for the Knights coaching gig heats up as the the Dragons’ legacy status comes under question. Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Coach Tallis & The Ashes 6:59 Jimmy’s Introduction To Rugby League Aged 8 11:11 The Real Premiership Contenders In 2025 19:02 Early Grand Final Predictions 23:27 Gehamat Shibasaki Dropped 27:40 Reece Walsh Drinking Toilet Water 35:40 Race For Knights Coaching Gig 45:14 Shake Up At The Dragons 57:55 Resting Players For The Bigger Picture 59:53 Round 27 PreviewSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham is joined by Charlie White to review all the action from the penultimate round in the 2025 NRL season. On the show, the boys admit they were wrong about the Canberra Raiders, we continue the big debate around resting players and whether it hurts the integrity of the game. Plus, we unpack the Eels upset over the Warriors, the Roosters’ 40 unanswered points against the Storm and why the NRL must do everything to keep Mark Nawaqanitawase in the code! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 We Were Wrong About The Raiders! 7:05 Raiders ‘Easy’ Path To The Grand Final 13:54 MOTW: Is The NRL Losing Integrity By Allowing Players To Be Rested? 22:09 Plenty To Play In Every Game Of Round 27 27:56 Willie Peters Rejects The Newcastle Knights 41:17 Instant Classic: Eels Upset The Warriors 47:09 Roosters Score 40-Unanswered Points Against Storm 53:22 We Must Keep Mark Nawaqanitawase In The NRL! 1:00:34 Perth Bears Backroom Staff Disaster 1:05:09 Cam Murray Rules Himself Out Of Kangaroos Tour 1:07:34 Wild Card Weekend Possibility 1:12:23 Elliot Whitehead Retires From Rugby LeagueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NRL has never just been about what happens on the field. Behind every win, loss or draw lies a story of politics, loyalty, betrayal, and survival. These are the stories that often shape the game more than the scoreboard ever could. In this special two-part series, James Graham, Michael Chammas & Charlie White unpack the moments of chaos, controversy and power plays that defined the last ten years. These aren’t just headlines. They’re the moments that changed careers, redefined clubs, and altered the course of rugby league history! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Plan Ahead Wealth: https://planaheadwealth.com.au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Recapping Part One 1:35 Cooper Cronk Leaves The Storm & Joins The Roosters 19:47 No Fault Stand Down Policy 41:14 DCE Leaves Manly 1:00:29 Shane Flanagan De-Registered By NRL 1:10:02 Honourable Mentions 1:11:35 Jarryd Hayne Chases NFL DreamSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham and Charlie White are back for another Mid-Week Matters, diving into the biggest NRL talking points! This week, the boys debate the Panthers’ bold call to rest 16 players, the fallout from Adam O’Brien’s sacking at Newcastle, Who takes over the Knights? And What does it mean for Kalyn Ponga’s future? Plus, we celebrate Craig Bellamy’s 600th game by asking, is he Australia’s greatest sporting coach? Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Plan Ahead Wealth: https://planaheadwealth.com.au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Brandon Smith Statement 4:00 We Don’t Want The Regular Season To End 8:03 MOTW: Panthers Rest 16 Players - Agree or Disagree? 17:46 Will Other Teams Rest Players In Round 27? 21:44 Adam O’Brien Parts Ways With Newcastle 24:58 Who’s Next For Knights Coaching Gig 38:48 Kalyn Ponga’s NRL Future With The Knights 42:46 David Fifita All But Done Deal At South Sydney 46:00 Perth Bears New GM Of Football 55:40 Craig Bellamy’s 600th NRL Game 1:02:00 Round 26 PreviewSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham welcomes the one and only Buzz Rothfield for a blockbuster Round 25 review. The boys unpack Des Hasler’s Titans exit, Josh Hannay’s massive challenge to turn the club around relive the Miracle in Mudgee and Things heat up when Jimmy and Buzz clash over whether Stephen Crichton is a “protected species!" Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Plan Ahead Wealth: https://planaheadwealth.com.au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NRL has never just been about what happens on the field. Behind every win, loss or draw lies a story of politics, loyalty, betrayal, and survival. These are the stories that often shape the game more than the scoreboard ever could. In this special two-part series, James Graham, Michael Chammas & Charlie White unpack the moments of chaos, controversy and power plays that defined the last ten years. These aren’t just headlines. They’re the moments that changed careers, redefined clubs, and altered the course of rugby league history! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Plan Ahead Wealth: https://planaheadwealth.com.au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 “Tabloid Graham” 5:28 Sam Burgess Walks Out On The Rabbitohs In 2023 24:40 Ivan Cleary Walks Out On The Tigers For Penrith Return 40:20 Broncos Sack Wayne Bennett, Anthony Seibold Takesover 53:40 How COVID Almost Ruined The NRL 1:08:31 Rise & Fall Of The BulldogsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham and Charlie White are back for anothee week of Mid-Week Matters. From Jimmy's first-world problems to Melbourne Storm’s winning formula, the boys cover the biggest stories shaping the NRL this week. They unpack Tino’s NRL future, the state of the Bulldogs and Charlie asks Jimmy an important question; Is it time for Manly to rebuild and cut ties with the Trbojevics? We dust off the Premiership Pyramid and take a deep dive into round 25 of the NRL! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Plan Ahead Wealth: https://planaheadwealth.com.au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 The Winter Sads 3:20 The Roundtable Is Back For Season 3 6:10 First World Problems 14:57 MOTW: The Successful Melbourne Storm System 22:05 Tino’s NRL Future - Where Will He End Up? 32:53 State Of The Bulldogs 39:45 Jimmy’s Premiership Pyramid 51:14 The Bottom 9 56:45 The Manly Sea Eagles Rebuild 1:02:11 Round 25 PreviewSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham is joined by Charlie White and the returning Brandon Smith, as the boys take a look back at all the action from Round 24 in the NRL. Cheese opens up on the last few weeks, Jimmy rages over players taking a dive, staying down and milking penalties, plus, we discuss Payne Haas' defection to Samoa and what it means for the International game and State of Origin! All that plus much much more. Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Plan Ahead Wealth: https://planaheadwealth.com.au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Cheese Is Back! 4:00 Why Do Dummy-Halves Throw Forward Passes? 6:20 The Pots Go Off! 9:10 Breaking Bread Podcast Reaction 11:05 Our Printer Is Still Stuffed 17:30 Tigers Secure Most Wins In A Season Since 2019 21:55 Is Anthony Seibold’s Time Up At Manly? 32:45 Jimmy’s Pissed Off With Players Laying In The Ruck 40:50 Did Harry Grant Dive? 48:20 Which Potential NRL Coaching Role Is Best? 54:50 Race For The Top 8 58:41 Cam McIness ACL Injury 1:01:50 Instant Classic: Battle Of Brisbane 1:05:45 Wahs Controversial Win Over Dragons 1:08:50 Samoa Pledges Allegiance To Samoa 1:17:13 Tino To Re-Join Melbourne? 1:19:23 Bulldogs Falling Off A Cliff?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2006, the rugby league world stopped for a moment when tempers flared and fists flew between Kangaroos enforcer Willie Mason and Great Britain powerhouse Stuart Fielden during a fiery international test at the Sydney Football Stadium. Now, for the first time in 19 years, the two men sit face-to-face to revisit the tackle, the punch, the headlines and everything that came after. This unfiltered conversation dives into the truth behind the infamous clash, the personal and professional fallout and whether time really heals all wounds. Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Plan Ahead Wealth: https://planaheadwealth.com.au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 The Build Up 13:00 Potential Boxing Fight 18:30 The Fallout 28:05 Playing On After Being KO’d 31:48 Almost Joining The Bulldogs & Roosters 40:00 Leaving Bradford Bulls 44:06 The Fall Of Bradford In The 00’s56:46 Current State Of Super League 1:07:39 When Jimmy Faced Stuart In 2003 & 2004 1:19:38 Stuart’s Dream Spine 1:22:09 Jimmy’s 3 QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jimmy Graham is joined by Charlie White ahead of a blockbuster weekend of footy. And as the finals near closer, we ask the Burning Questions for some of the Premiership contenders including; Are The Storm Lacking Killer Instinct? Do The Bulldogs Have Enough Fire Power? Are The Raiders Too Inexperienced To Win The Comp? Plus, Jimmy shares his thoughts on Tino Fa'asuamaleaui's big money dilemma and he tees-off on the disaster Super League expansion vote! All that and much much more! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Plan Ahead Wealth: https://planaheadwealth.com.au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Jimmy’s Surgery 4:00 Mixed Gender Baby Showers 9:45 MOTW: Is R360 Really A Threat To The NRL? 23:19 Super League Expansion Disaster 31:54 Tino Fa'asuamaleaui To Test Open Market 40:31 Stephen Crichton’s Aura 43:35 Burning Question: Do The Bulldogs Have Enough Fire Power? 46:52 BQ: Are The Raiders Too Inexperienced To Win The Premiership? 48:32 BQ: Are The Storm Lacking Killer Instinct? 52:00 BQ: Will The Panthers Be Too Tired To Go All The Way? 54:11 Manly Old Boys Turn On Anthony Seibold 57:29 Make Jimmy Laugh 59:22 Jason Demetriou Set To Get PNG Coaching Gig 1:03:31 Round 24 PreviewSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jimmy Graham is joined by leading rugby league journalist Brent Read to dissect all the action from Round 23 in the NRL. Despite only 4 weeks remaining in the regular season, the makeup of the top 8 is still wide open as Jimmy and Ready attempt to make sense of who will be on holidays come September and who's in with a chance of Premiership glory. We look at the Broncos injury crisis, Mitch Moses sprays teammate Tallyn da Silva, the success of the Raiders continues & Jimmy shares his theory on why the Panthers greatness is causing headaches at NRL HQ Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Plan Ahead Wealth: https://planaheadwealth.com.au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 The Race For The 8 Taking Shape 13:43 Panthers Greatness Causing Headaches At NRL HQ 22:06 The Success Of The Raiders In 2025 28:00 What’s Causing So Many Injuries In The NRL? 37:20 Broncos Injury Crisis 45:10 Rabbitohs Win SpoonBowl Over Titans 52:50 Instant Classic: Eels Win & Moses Sprays Teammate 1:00:15 Todd Payten Under immense Pressure?? 1:01:50 The Next NRL Head Coaches In Waiting 1:08:10 Bulldogs Finally Win In The RainSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the ultimate rugby league draft on! Jimmy is joined by Phil “Buzz” Rothfield and Charlie White as the trio go head-to-head picking their Team of the 21st Century with only players from 2000 to 2025 being eligible. From Immortals and icons to modern-day freaks, no player is off the table as each drafter builds their dream 1–17. Who drafts the greatest team? Who makes the boldest call? And who gets left heartbroken? This is rugby league nostalgia and footy nerd heaven. Let the drafting begin. Make sure you head to our Instagram and vote for which team is the best; VOTE HERE: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=en Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Plan Ahead Wealth: https://planaheadwealth.com.au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jimmy and Charlie are back for another edition of Mid-Week Matters are we the rip into the biggest talking points in rugby league! After sacking their respective coaches mid-season last year Jimmy is asked which team is in a better spot long-term; the Bunnies or the Eels? We talk the coaches under the most pressure as whispers of a massive change on the Gold Coast! Plus, the Pacific Championships are back & Jimmy dusts off the Premiership Pyramid for a fresh shake-up! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Independent Always 3:26 MOTW: Who’s In A Better Spot Souths or Eels? 8:44 Could Frank Ponisi Become A NRL Head Coach? 13:19 Coaches Under Most Pressure 18:44 Des Hasler Might’ve Saved His Job At The Titans 23:28 Make Charlie Laugh - 1997 Crawl 31:02 Pacific Championships Are Back! 35:55 Jimmy’s Premiership Pyramid 42:01 Tom Trbojevic Returns To Fullback 47:03 Which NRL Club Has The Bleakest Future? 50:24 Smelling Salts Outlawed In The NFL 1:02:53 Round 23 PreviewSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cheese is back in with Jimmy to discuss a monster weekend of NRL footy, as we edge closer to the finals series. The boys chat the upsets across the board with 3 of the top 4 teams going down as another Sydney club rockets into top four contention from out of no where! Plus, we discuss the aftermath to the Tigers win, the Panthers trainer drama and is the pressure getting to Todd Payten at the Cowboys? Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 International Union v International League 6:14 Round 22 Hosted Pots Review 7:48 Tigers Upset The Bulldogs 18:39 Sharks Rocket Into Top 4 Contention 21:38 Instant Classic: Panthers EPIC GP Win Over Titans 30:50 Broncos Smash The Injury-Riddled Bunnies 37:00 Dolphins Last Gasp Win Over Wahs 40:27 Dragons Upset The Raiders 45:06 Stephen Crichton High Tackle 48:06 Todd Payten Under Immense PressureSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's edition of The Bye Round interview show, James Graham sits down with the legendary Terry Lamb. A Bulldogs icon, Premiership winner and one of rugby league’s most beloved characters, "Baa' opens up on his career and shares some cracking stories along the way! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Old School Rugby League Culture 5:40 Gus Gould The Bus Driver 7:40 Rugby League Culture These Days 8:42 Losing The 1994 Grand Final 10:40 Winning The 1995 Premiership 20:01 Playing On One More Year 21:53 Post-Season Trip To Hawaii After GF Win 23:51 Winning The Dally M & Wooden Spoon At Wests 30:20 Arriving At Belmore In 1984 34:47 Winning The 1988 Premiership 35:30 Not Playing In The 1985 Grand Final 38i:20 Bulldogs Rivalry With Parramatta 40:21 Return Of Kangaroos Tour This Year 42:01 1986 Kangaroos Tour 49:59 Baa’s Style Of Play 52:46 349 Or 350 First Grade Games? 54:25 Baa’s Infamous Field Goal Story 56:37 Coaching Career 57:43 OAM Medal 59:02 Jimmy’s 4 QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jimmy Graham & Charlie White are joined by special guest rugby league legend Greg Inglis to preview a massive round 22 in the NRL! It's a special round for G.I as it marks the very first Stick With It Initiative, a powerful mental health campaign which will see NRL players sporting that message on strapping tape over the next month. G.I talks through how he overcome his own personal battles and how this new initiative plans to help eliminate suicide. Plus, the boys preview every game of Round 22 including the Lachie Galvin Cup! Stick With It: https://goannaacademy.org.au/stick-with-it Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Plan Ahead Wealth: https://planaheadwealth.com.au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Greg Inglis’ Stick With It Initiative 18:20 Jimmy’s Nightmare Trip To Melbourne 23:29 Ryan Papenhuyzen To R360? 29:56 Contract Offers From Union, NFL & AFL 34:03 Selwyn Cobbo Back Into Broncos Lineup 39:09 Does Reece Walsh Need To “Grow Up?” 47:22 Daniel Anderson Signs With Dragons 50:52 Round 22 Preview 1:06:23 NRLW Magic RoundSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham & Brandon Smith are back in to dissect all the action from Round 21 in the NRL! The boys discuss the Eels major upset of the Broncos, the Panthers surge towards the top four which leads to a very funny Cheese-ism, plus, is Cam Munster set to become the Perth Bears marquee? Jimmy switches codes and tees-off on the Wallabies and are the Roosters listening closely to the podcast? Find out and plenty more on this edition of the Jam & Cheese Show! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Plan Ahead Wealth: https://planaheadwealth.com.au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Roosters Listening To Jam & Cheese 5:25 Storm Roosters Recap 12:38 Cam Munster To The Perth Bears? 19:38 Bulldogs Thump Manly 27:55 Panthers Surging Towards Top 4 32:58 Is The Pressure Getting To The Wahs? 35:59 Rabbitohs In Battle For Spoon 45:30 Instant Classic: Eels Major Upset Over Broncos 53:46 Jimmy Tees-Off On The Wallabies 1:00:00 Ray French TributeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special edition of The Bye Round, we dive deep into the NRL 10-Year Ladder (2015–2025) to uncover which club has truly been the benchmark, both on and off the field. James Graham is joined Michael Chammas & Charlie White to dissect every team’s decade-long journey: the highs, the heartbreaks, the rebuilds and the boardroom chaos. From dynasties built to clubs in constant crisis, we ask the big question, which NRL club is actually being run the best? It's a decade of drama packed into one brutally honest episode. Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 The 10-Year Ladder Explained 4:50 17th Place 15:33 16th Place 23:15 15th Place 34:01 14th Place 45:35 13th Place 57:48 12th Place 1:00:15 11th Place 1:03:15 10th Place 1:06:19 9th Place 1:08:44 8th Place 1:15:25 7th Place 1:20:02 6th Place 1:22:55 5th Place 1:26:24 4th Place 1:28:39 3rd Place 1:32:25 2nd Place 1:36:26 1st PlaceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham is joined by Charlie White to discuss all the biggest topics of the week in the world of rugby league. On the show today, Jimmy reveals his Pyramid of Premiership contenders as we edge closer to the finals, plus, the boys discuss International Eligibility following Kevin Walters being named Kangaroos coach. We react to new Bulldogs recruit Angus Bowen’s haircut and Jimmy shares some cracking stories about his former coach and milestone man Des Hasler ahead of his 500th NRL game as coach! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Plan Ahead Wealth: https://planaheadwealth.com.au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 “Bog Standard” & Viennetta Ice Cream 2:40 RockBuster For Beer Footy Food Festival Tickets 8:29 Angus Bowen Haircut 10:53 Message Of The Week - Forward Pass Rule 17:55 The Pyramid Of Premiership Contenders 27:00 Josh Papali’i Could Backflip On Move To England 30:52 Todd Payten Pressure Gauge 34:55 Kevin Walters Named Kangaroos Coach 43:54 Trbojevic Brothers Set To Re-Sign With Manly 45:49 Stick With It Initiative 47:06 Round 21 Preview Part 1 53:38 Jimmy’s Hilarious Des Hasler Stories 1:01:40 Round 21 Preview Part 2See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham & Brandon Smith are back in to dissect all the action from Round 20 in the NRL, which included four nail-biting finishes! Plus the boys discuss Des Hasler's bizarre shower blow up, controversial refereeing decisions and the perplexing contract for new Kangaroos coach Kevin Walters. All that and plenty more on this edition of the Jam & Cheese Show! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Plan Ahead Wealth: https://planaheadwealth.com.au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Australia’s Next Top Model 3:10 Why Cheese Wants To Play Again This Season 7:08 18th Man Conditioning Sessions Mid-Game 12:08 Wests Tigers Avoid The Wooden Spoon 18:55 Des Hasler Shower Blow Up 26:40 Melbourne Storm’s Controversial Penalties 37:17 Kevin Walters To Coach The Kangaroos 42:30 Warriors Last Gasp Win Over The Knights 49:03 Controversial Refereeing Decisions 54:19 Dolphins Dismantle The Cowboys 1:01:25 Jimmy & Cheese Call For Dragons To Back Flanno 1:06:40 Raiders All But Seal Minor Premiership 1:09:06 Sharks Into Top 8See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode of The Bye Round, James Graham sits down with one of rugby league’s most controversial figures, John Elias. Once a rising star in the game, Elias lived a double life that saw him walk the line between footy fame and the criminal underworld. Elias opens up like never before about his turbulent journey; from the highs of his playing days, the temptations that led him astray, and the consequences of living a life fuelled by secrecy and risk. Raw, honest, and at times confronting, strap in for a conversation that pulls no punches. Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Plan Ahead Wealth: https://planaheadwealth.com.au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brandon Smith, Charlie White & Sydney Morning Herald's Michael Chammas are in-studio for a different edition of Mid-Week Matters. The boys dive deep into the big topics of the week including the drama at the Newcastle Knights, Kalyn Ponga's future, the rebel rugby competition that will send fear into every NRL club, plus, Dylan Brown dropped by the Eels and Lachlan Galvin back IN for the Bulldogs. All that plus the boys preview the weekend of footy ahead! Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Plan Ahead Wealth: https://planaheadwealth.com.au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiagaListen On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-bye-round-with-james-graham/id1629371037 0:00 Cheese Reviews New NRL Video Game 4:30 Newcastle Knights In Crisis 18:19 More NRL Superstars Could Join Rugby Rebel Comp 24:45 Eels Drop Dylan Brown 30:50 Lachlan Galvin IN, Toby Sexton OUT 39:45 Reece Walsh Sprays Kotoni Staggs 43:36 Round 20 PreviewSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Graham & Brandon Smith are back for another edition of Jam & Cheese show. The boys look back at the round of footy, with Jimmy admitted he is confused by the Lachlan Galvin axing. Plus, Cheese reckons he knows who is the next Kangaroos coach, NRL TV rights deal, we get an update on Cheese's latest injury, plus we ask if Brian To'o already a top 3 winger all-time? Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Become A Bye Round Classic VIP: https://classicsports.com.au/pages/thebyeround Follow The Bye Round On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeroundListen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UkvzTvKsY2shwMsbDiaga 0:00 Cheese Injury Update 4:06 Jimmy’s Emotional Week 9:25 Dragons Reunion Dramas 18:49 Cheese Playing For Cook Islands? 21:48 NRL TV Rights Deal 23:48 Kangaroos Still Don’t Have A Coach 31:34 Coaching Merry-Go-Round 38:30 Lachlan Galvin Dropped 52:09 Nico Hynes & Toby Rudolf’s BIG Moments 57:90 Roosters Win Over Dragons 59:25 Wahs Thump The Tigers 1:02:42 Instant Classic: Panthers Win Battle Of The West 1:06:31 Is Brian To’o A Top 3 All-Time WingerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.