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Corbin and Ben round up the five teams who missed finals last year and have eyes on making the leap in 2026 - so who will actually do it and why.Can the Swans capitalise on the Curnow addition, will an out of contract Michael Voss finally deliver Carlton major success, St Kilda have recruited and re-signed big names but will it make a difference and both Port Adelaide and the Melbourne Demons have new coaches, so will it be a sugar hit or a slow burn?ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport
The AFL season is days away and Corbin and Ben run through your must listen season preview for all 18 teams and first up are the bottom four teams from 2025.Can Essendon get past their injury plagued 2025 and show enough to lure Zak Butters to the Hangar, will the fourth year of Alastair Clarkson at North Melbourne see a Kangaroo leap or the coach's demise, can Richmond continue to evolve their next generation of stars and can West Coast Eagles find hope beyond Harley Reid?Key players, juicy storylines, draw analysis, over/under win predictions and more for your team, all this week on ABC AFL Daily.ABC AFL commentators Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron are joined by a rolling squad of former AFL players and legends of the game to analyse matches, deep dive the stories dominating the footy landscape, recap game highlights and talk through the latest AFL ladder standings. Our squad of Aussie Rules legends runs deep with champion ex-players like Brett Deledio, Marc Murphy and Luke Ball, record-holding coach Mick Malthouse and many more. The team discuss everything from AFL games and fixtures, to the AFL draft and key players' performance, and of course our highlights of the year; AFL Grand Final and AFL State of Origin.For more Australian Rules Football podcast content, catch every episode of ‘The ABC AFL Daily Podcast', hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport
Michael Whiting and Nathan Schmook bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. We are taking a look at all eight non-Victorian sides a fortnight out from Opening Round. Zak Butters is the biggest name in the free agency pool this year, as the Power have a new lease on life under coach Josh Carr. The Giants will call it shrewd recruiting having Clayton Oliver given the amount of injuries the midfield has felt this summer. Oscar Allen had his first hitout as a Lion this week plus there's an expectation the Swans are back in the finals in Dean Cox's second year. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wow what a spectacle of footy with the best players from 2 States going head to head, in honor of their State. There was great skills on display everywhere, plenty of goals kicked & biffs that resonated the old State of Origins, mainly started by Zak Butters. This was the perfect warm up and teaser for the Season coming in just 18 Days. Watch along as we Recap all of the action and why this is a must keep for future years.
Stevie J was on a tear after the Vics got up! Hear from Zak Butters, Matt Rowell, Max Gawn, Lachie Ash and Bailey Smith as they represented the big V for the first state versus state Origin game in nearly 27 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Port Adelaide's General Manager of Football, Ben Rutten, joined Jimmy Bartel for an in-depth chat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Port Adelaide's General Manager of Football, Ben Rutten, joined Jimmy Bartel for an in-depth chat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
BackChat guest is back with a bang for AFL Origin week! Schoey sits down with two stars from opposing states ahead of the big game. Rory Lobb talks through his transition to the backline and the potential matchup on Dogs teammate Sam Darcy. Zak Butters ranks the Victorian midfield and gives us one of the best promises we've ever heard... Extended chats with both players will be out soon.The BackChat Podcast is served by Liquor Barons. Let your thirst for discovery be guided by Liquor Barons - find your nearest store!The BackChat Podcast is recorded out of BC Studios, built by grounded. building tomorrow, together.Thanks to our additional sponsors:TABtouch - Don't gamble more than you can afford to lose. Call Gambling Help WA (08) 9325 6644 enquiries@centrecare.com.au or Gambling Help on 1800 858 858 or https://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/Mamba Digital - E-Commerce & Digital MarketingCamera Electronic - A wide range of premium photographic equipment and knowledge.SAY HELLOEmail: hello@backchatpodcast.com.auSocials: @backchat__Web: www.backchatpodcast.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It seems as though the midfield line is the last line being filled in our fantasy sides this year, with value presenting in defence and then the decisions to be made around the forwards and rucks. Some coaches are spending up in the mids, whilst others are looking at potentially 4 rookies on field! How you structure up will be crucial for success in AFL Fantasy this year! Don't worry, the lads talk through strategy and structure as well as all of the relevant starting options in the midfield!In this episode, the panel discusses everything you need to know in terms of the midfield line. Jordy gives who he thinks are the top 8 averaging midfielders broken down by tiers, the panel discusses the top end premiums who they believe still present upside, under-priced premiums who can hopefully take the next step and score in-line with the top 8 and then discuss a whole bunch of listener requests.The PODPOD is brought to you by Moreira's Magic in 2026. All Holmes Files episodes will be available exclusively as a part of the 2026 Season Guide. As well as the podcasts, the Season Guide will also include: Player profiles and comments for all players in the AFL Best 22's from the MM team Draft rankings DVP Strength of schedule Market Share Podcasts with Selby and Xavier Ellis Much much more!The guide is now live! A must have for any serious Fantasy coach head over to moreirasmagic.com.au/ to order now! The guide will be updated right up until the start of round 1 and the in-season content beginsFollow us on X:The PODPOD: @podpodAFLHolmesy: @HolmesyheroesLewy: @AFLewyHarmey: @jonharmeyDos: @HKdosSam: @grillis03Jordy: @jordandsenaDossy: @HKdos
Tributes for those killed in Bondi Beach mass shooting; calls for more action to combat antisemitism and Port Adelaide's Zak Butters returns from injury for the pre-season.
Nathan Schmook and Michael Whiting bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The winds of change have swept through Port Adelaide. Ken Hinkley's 13 year tenure has come to an end, Josh Carr takes over. The signature of Zak Butters is the most important storyline of the year coming up. The targeted recruiting during the trade period to help the club get back to finals will be secondary to the future of the clubs best midfielder. ** This episode was recorded prior to Jason Horne-Francis return to training and foot injury. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In episode 222, Eddy Cornes jumped on for a huge chat breaking down the AFL Trade Period and the opening week of the NBA season. We unpack the mechanics behind the failed Zach Merrett move to Hawthorn - Essendon's media strategy, whether the Hawks should've given up more, and what it all means for both clubs. Plus, we talk Clayton Oliver's situation, Eddy's concerns for GWS, and the growing noise around Zak Butters potentially moving out of SA next year. Then we switch gears to the NBA: Is Wemby already on an MVP path? Can the Warriors contend with their current roster? Who's our pick to win it all - and why does Eddy think the Lakers are only an 8-seed in the West? Eddy also drops some hot takes: Cooper Flagg hype, Giannis for MVP, and… the Knicks to win the title?! All this and much more in episode 222 of Sporting Max! www.instagram.com/sportingmax.podcast/
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Sam McClure's scoop senses are tingling, are Zak Butters and Zach Merrett about to execute their exit strategies and blow the trade period wide open? Sam says something is afoot, but he's not sure what. He joins Peter Ryan to talk about day four of trading, including Jamarra Ugle-Hagan's redemption story and Steven May's prospects of finding a new club.Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
BA Trade TV | Charlie Curnow the True Blood, Zak Butters
Melbourne says the Suns will need to pay up to get Christian Petracca. Charlie Curnow is gettable, Zach Merrett isn't and Zak Butters makes all recruiters go weak at the knees. The AFL trade period gets underway with all the bluster, posturing and skullduggery footy fans have come to expect. Thankfully, we've got Michael Gleeson and Marc McGowan on the pod to make sense of it all.Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The famous 'Wall of Trades' is back on Gettable. On this week's episode, Gettable co-hosts Cal Twomey and Riley Beveridge run through almost 40 of the Trade Period's biggest names and deliver all of the latest updates and analysis on their futures. Who is preparing a mega offer for a Brisbane superstar? Which club now has its noses in front in the race for Jack Silvagni? Is there a surprise contender to nab Western Bulldogs veteran Adam Treloar? And where will Sam Draper be playing his footy next season? There's also a giant update on a rival club's mega offer for Harley Reid before he chose to re-sign at Brisbane plus all of the latest details on where it sits for the likes of Zach Merrett, Charlie Curnow, Zak Butters and plenty more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
KICK IT TO SCOOPS S5 EP27- "The AFL All Australian Team is rigged, Trade Update" https://youtu.be/Q6PRIS-EDSs?si=dz-Px_4OETGT4Rlx Scoops Goes Bang on the Rigged AFL All Australian, Michael Voss publicly shaming Elijah Hollands. Massive trade update about names including Charlie Curnow, Zak Butters, Zac Merrett and more. Please subscribe if you haven't already and share it around. #afl #footy
On today's episode of Tradies, Sam and Mitch discuss the implications of Harley Reid's commitment to West Coast, big names wanting to leave Carlton, Hawthorn's interest in Zak Butters as well as the latest on Jamarra Ugle-Hagan. All that and much, much more. ____________________________________________________________________________
The Rush Hour Melbourne Catch Up - 105.1 Triple M Melbourne - James Brayshaw and Billy Brownless
The team caught up for a magnificent pub dinner last night, and Billy kicks the show off with the All Sports Report - as Izak Rankine learns his fate after using a homophobic slur on Saturday. Channel 9's Tom Rehn calls in from Adelaide with more on Rankine, plus rumours around Zak Butters' future with the Power. Topics Brownless plumbs new depths as we ask who can you impersonate, and Billy's has noticed some TV networks are running with reheated Rush Hour soup! Herby comes in with some instant social media feedback for Topics Brownless, there's an 8 minute Idiot File exclusive to podcast-listeners, and Collingwood's Steele Sidebottom calls in ahead of their clash with the Dees tomorrow night. Finally, Billy has a Fruity Thursday Joke about a stuttering man at the doctor's office.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
LESS THAN 10 TICKETS REMAIN - LIVE PANEL SHOW: CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE!Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.Another wonderful chat with some serious levels of anticipation and excitement ahead of Thursday night's clash with Collingwood.But before their minds turned to that, Ash, Mick, Nat and Brad jumped on board to discuss everything from Will Day, to trade banter, to how we can win our do-or-die clash against the Maggies at the MCG.During the pod the the crew discussed:* How Will Day's injury will be managed in the preseason;* Trade chat including Zak Butters, Christian Petracca, Sam Walsh and Zach Merrett;* Which players of our own should we consider putting on the trade block;* Dingley and how the facility is shaping up;* Preparations for the upcoming AFLW season are in full swing;* A comprehensive look at this round's match against the Magpies;* Information about our live show on Wednesday the 27th of August at the Glenferrie Hotel;* And much more.Thanks to our loyal Hawks Insiders subscribers — your support helps make our coverage possible each and every week. Follow us on social media through the links below:Twitter | Facebook | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hawksinsiders.substack.com/subscribe
All your Questions answered on Just Quickly! - How much can an AFL player be paid in a single season? - How does the AFLW impact the father/son & mother/daughter rule? - How does Zak Butters get to the Dogs in 2026? ____________________________________________________________________________
Roy is a broken man. Sunday was a shocker for him and his destROY boys. Connor Rozee's late withdrawal and Zak Butters' tag has put Port Adelaide at the bottom of his Christmas Card list. Round 21 wasn't terrible for all coaches, with Kyerin Grundy, Brodie's brother, holding onto No.1 in the Fantasy Classic rankings. He joins The Traders to chat about his season. There are plenty of round 22 tips ahead of the semi finals. Head to fantasy.afl.com.au to pick your AFL Fantasy Classic team and you can set up your AFL Fantasy Draft league today at fantasydraft.afl.com.au. Episode guide 0:30 -Roy's team is rubbish. 3:30 - Zak Butters and Connor Rozee cop the wrath. 8:50 - Cash Cow of the Year. 10:20 - No.1 ranked coach Kyerin Grundy joins the show. 22:15 - News of the week. 25:50 - Semi final trade strategy. 28:30 - Lachie Whitfield and Lachie Ash lead the defender targets. 30:30 - Midfielder targets including Noah Anderson. 32:35 - Warnie names the top scoring rucks, in order, for the rest of the year. 33:35 - Can Calvin buy back into Bailey Smith? 36:55 - Most traded players and The Traders' early moves. 38:40 - Questions from social media - follow @AFLFantasy on X, @aflfantasy on Instagram and like the Official AFL Fantasy facebook page. - - - - Find more from Roy, Calvin and Warnie. Head to afl.com.au/fantasy for more content from The Traders. Like AFL Fantasy on Facebook. Follow @AFLFantasy on Instagram. Follow @AFLFantasy on X.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
For the third time this year, Bailey Smith was a late out and had Fantasy coaches scrambling. Roy held, but Calvin and Warnie traded ... with mixed results. Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera was the captain of the week and we saw the last set of DPPs added to the game. But it is all about what moves coaches should be looking at ahead of round 18 in the latest episode of the Official AFL Fantasy Podcast. Head to fantasy.afl.com.au to pick your AFL Fantasy Classic team and you can set up your AFL Fantasy Draft league today at fantasydraft.afl.com.au. Episode guide 0:15 - Calvin moved up 90 spots this week with his 2315. 4:00 - The Brodie Grundy move has been a win. 6:30 - Bailey Dale had a low score and a role change. 7:50 - Cash Cow of the Year votes. 9:50 - News of the week including injury worries over Tristan Xerri and Jye Caldwell. 12:40 - Bailey Smith was a late out again. 18:00 - Where are the tags going for round 18? 23:30 - Sideways trading / upgrading is the name of the game now. 27:15 - You can get Lachie Whitfield this week despite the high breakeven. 32:45 - Is Errol Gulden a must-have? 38:50 - If Xerri is out, is it Rowan Marshall or Brodie Grundy? 40:00 - Jack Steele is a forward to target, but there could be some cheaper options. 44:50 - Most traded and The Traders' early moves. 46:50 - Questions from social media - follow @AFLFantasy on X, @aflfantasy on Instagram and like the Official AFL Fantasy facebook page. 52:35 - Zak Butters or Zach Merrett? 57:00 - Can Luke Jackson be moves to R2? - - - - Find more from Roy, Calvin and Warnie. Head to afl.com.au/fantasy for more content from The Traders. Like AFL Fantasy on Facebook. Follow @AFLFantasy on Instagram. Follow @AFLFantasy on X.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nathan Schmook and Michael Whiting bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Miles Bergman has committed to the Power for another 2 seasons, the next step is to convince Zak Butters to extend his stay long-term. How legitimate are the Crows premiership credentials in 2025? The rolling saga that is the SCG surface ahead of the weekend's game and we add a premiership hero of the Eagles to the Thursday Great Man files. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Zak Butters joined 3AW Football after a defeat to the Sydney Swans to dissect what went wrong as Port Adelaide's season slips away.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Rush Hour Melbourne Catch Up - 105.1 Triple M Melbourne - James Brayshaw and Billy Brownless
Look back at a short but jam-packed week with JB and Billy, with Tex Walker, the highlights from the Australian Football Hall of Fame Inductions, Zak Butters, Brag Artist, Billy's Idiot File, Max Gawn, and a fruity sex doctor joke.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Zak Butters is the top target in SuperCoach this week, but how much is too much to give up for the Port Adelaide superstar? Al Paton and Chloe Williams consider some creative ways to get Butters including the pros and cons of jumping off Lachie Neale before Brisbane’s bye. Sam Docherty, Callum Mills, Tom Liberatore and Matt Roberts are also on the agenda and Chloe makes the case for Tyrell Dewar. Plus the best rogue trades of the week in a brand new segment, latest injury news and the biggest question surrounding bargain Roo Colby McKercher - can we trust Alastair Clarkson for 11 weeks? Keep an eye on Al's socials (@al_superfooty on X) for a weekly post asking for questions! All the latest SuperCoach news and articles: linktr.ee/supercoachafl CHAPTERS:Intro (00:00)HBF Injury Report (01:20)Fallen Premo Watch (04:30)Low Breakevens: McKercher, Docherty, more! (06:45)Rogue Traders! (10:45)Questions! (13:00)Captain Options! (38:30) Hosts:Al Paton: @al_superfooty / XChloe Williams: @chloekwilliams / X Produced by Haydn Kenny. Melbourne Studio Technician,:Craig Hughes. Recorded on Wednesday June 11, 2025. Follow SuperCoach AFL on X. Follow SuperCoach AFL on Instagram. Follow SuperCoach AFL on TikTok. Like SuperCoach AFL on Facebook. Subscribe on CODE Sports YouTube Channel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Rush Hour Melbourne Catch Up - 105.1 Triple M Melbourne - James Brayshaw and Billy Brownless
Rabsy is back on the buttons, Billy had a great long weekend, and we kick the show off with the All Sports Report - as Luke Beveridge extends his contract with the Doggies. Geelong's Brad Close calls in after their win over the Suns on the weekend, then it's time for Tuesday Brag Artist. Billy has some news you might've missed, and we hear our favourite moments from Triple M Footy across the weekend - including some craft from the People's Caller, and another revelation about someone's real name! Port Adelaide's Zak Butters calls in to talk to his old mate "Browny", then Billy has a joke about working at a bike shop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We're in the thick of the bye rounds and it's the week of two Zaks on The Phantom's Lair! Zak Butters is prime for the picking after a monster score, while fellow Zak (Johnson) has the lowest breakeven in SuperCoach!The Phantom and Chief review the round that was, and break down the round ahead, including all the top options outside of the two Zaks! Plus, exciting news on Jack Macrae and Jason Horne-Francis, and less good news for The Pou. Meanwhile, Five Names celebrates another top of the pod performance in the bye rounds back home in Tassie as he prepares for a boat party for the ages... Enjoying the Lair? Please leave us a rating and review! All the latest SuperCoach news and articles: linktr.ee/supercoachafl Watch the podcast on CODE Sports YouTube Channel. CHAPTERS:Intro (00:00)Five Names hotline (01:30)Heroes and villains (06:45)Round 14 strategy (11:00)Is Zak Butters a must-have? (14:30)Breaking: Macrae, Horney back?! (20:15)Rookies on the Bubble (28:30)Phantom’s Top Targets (37:00)More round 14 options! (40:00)Questions! (44:00)Phantom’s Pry Pan (54:50) Hosts:The Phantom: @ThePhantomSC /XDos: @HKDos /XSimeon Thomas-Wilson: @Simeon_TW /X Produced by Haydn Kenny. Recorded on Monday June 10, 2025. Follow SuperCoach AFL on X. Follow SuperCoach AFL on Instagram. Follow SuperCoach AFL on TikTok. Like SuperCoach AFL on Facebook. Subscribe on CODE Sports YouTube Channel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jye Caldwell is hot property in SuperCoach this week, but the trade comes with serious red flags - is he worth the risk? Host Al Paton is joined by Chloe Williams and the unluckiest man in SuperCoach this year, Tim Michell, to debate Caldwell and the biggest questions in week two of the byes. Is Marcus Bontempelli worth the high price tag - and should we get more Bulldogs midfielders? Plus verdicts on Luke Pedlar, Tom Stewart, Sam Flanders and Tom De Koning, and when to bring in Zak Butters (not this week). Plus the latest injury news (don't get Jason Horne-Francis this week, either) and Tim makes a big prediction on $99k rookie Tom McCarthy. Keep an eye on Al's socials (@al_superfooty on X) for a weekly post asking for questions! All the latest SuperCoach news and articles: linktr.ee/supercoachafl CHAPTERS:Intro (00:00)HBF Injury Report (02:20)Zak Butters and high BEs (06:00)Jye Caldwell and low BEs! (09:50)Rookie roulette (16:20)QUESTIONS! (21:00) Hosts:Al Paton: @al_superfooty / XTim Michell: @tim_michell / XChloe Williams: @chloekwilliams / X Produced by Haydn Kenny. Recorded on Wednesday May 28, 2025. Follow SuperCoach AFL on X. Follow SuperCoach AFL on Instagram. Follow SuperCoach AFL on TikTok. Like SuperCoach AFL on Facebook. Subscribe on CODE Sports YouTube Channel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The first bye round hit some harder than others, and while The Phantom and Chief struggled, Five Names soared up the rankings with his new hairdo! Heading into what should be an 'easier' week with only Fremantle and St Kilda on the bye, the crew gathers in the Lair to pick out the best names from each team with their byes in the rear-view mirror. Plus, is Marcus Bontempelli a must-have, why we should wait on Zak Butters, and is it time to cut ties with the Lair's favourite son, Ryan Maric? Enjoying the Lair? Please leave us a rating and review! All the latest SuperCoach news and articles: linktr.ee/supercoachafl Stats article mentioned on the show: bit.ly/3FlLMr7 Watch the podcast on CODE Sports YouTube Channel. CHAPTERS:Round 12 recap (00:00)Heroes and villains (06:00)Round 13 strategy (10:50)Phants Farm - cull or keep (14:00)Bont a must-have? (20:30)Horne-Francis breaking news (25:45)Wait on Butters? (26:30)More targets off the bye (28:20)Unique Names with Five Names (35:00)Xerri, Daniel, and Sheezel (36:45)Caldwell an option? (39:00)RED FLAGS (42:30)Rookies on the bubble (44:50)Phantom’s Top Targets (49:30)Phantom’s Pry Pan (52:20) Hosts:The Phantom: @ThePhantomSC /XDos: @HKDos /XSimeon Thomas-Wilson: @Simeon_TW /X Produced by Haydn Kenny. Recorded on Monday June 2, 2025. Follow SuperCoach AFL on X. Follow SuperCoach AFL on Instagram. Follow SuperCoach AFL on TikTok. Like SuperCoach AFL on Facebook. Subscribe on CODE Sports YouTube Channel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The GWS Giants forward holds onto the fact that as kids in Ballarat, Aaron Cadman made renowned AFL tough man Zak Butters cry and is the only one to have ever done it. Joining Declan Byrne on 'The Saturday Sledge', Cadman chats about living out his AFL dream, the frustrations of waiting for your body to bulk up, what he's learned playing alongside Jesse Hogan and why this week's cultural heritage series at the club has taught him lots.
Rookie expert Dan Batten joins Al Paton and Chloe Williams to answer the biggest questions in SuperCoach this week. Dan brings the gold on the top SuperCoach prospects in the mid-season draft and this week's bubble boys and debutants. The team also debate Harry Sheezel's role change, whether Tom Stewart is worth the risk at a bargain price, Kane McAuliffe v Angus Sheldrick v Shannon Neale and when to pounce on Zak Butters. Plus the latest injury news, bye plans and Dan answers the question we've all been wondering: Did Mitch Knevitt really exist? Keep an eye on Al's socials (@al_superfooty on X) for a weekly post asking for questions! All the latest SuperCoach news and articles: linktr.ee/supercoachafl CHAPTERS:Intro (00:00)HBF Injury Report (01:30)TLDR: bye round breakdown (04:15)Fallen premiums watch (04:55)Paying up for Gawn (07:45)Rookie roulette and debutants! (11:40)Mid-season draft intel! (21:00)QUESTIONS - inc trade or hold Sheezel (25:30) Hosts:Al Paton: @al_superfooty / XChloe Williams: @chloekwilliams / XDan Batten: @danbatten_ /X Produced by Haydn Kenny. Recorded on Wednesday May 28, 2025. Follow SuperCoach AFL on X. Follow SuperCoach AFL on Instagram. Follow SuperCoach AFL on TikTok. Like SuperCoach AFL on Facebook. Subscribe on CODE Sports YouTube Channel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How's that saying go? It's better to have and not need, than need and not have? We should be ok; they're not all staying in a hotel together. He can't know all their individual addresses, can he? Time to Restump Podcast the Power threat level!For the first time this year we're going in with an unchanged line up. Is this the consistency and stability we've all been desiring? It does feel a little like foreign territory though because so far this year, we've consistently changed our minds, our players, our effort and intent, our game plan, our ball movement and our form. Maybe the only change we have to deal with this week is the weather.With four wins and six losses and sitting in 15th on the ladder, it's fair to say Port Adelaide aren't travelling too flash. And to add insult to injury, they've now lost the vital Jason Horne-Francis. So, why does this feel like such a danger game? On the back of Port's season and our performance last week, we should be going in quietly confident. Yet, I can't shake this nervous feeling. Do we go at Willie Rioli? He has shown that he's easily rattled. The mental game is as important as the physical game, so why would we not use it to our advantage? He kicked three goals against us in our last encounter but, to be fair, he hasn't been a big historical threat against us…. well at least on the field anyway. Of the six games he has played against Fremantle, he has gone goalless just once. However, he's kicked 3 goals on 3 occasions this year from just 9 games, so he is in pretty good nick.While I'm not sure if we're that sort of team and I really don't know if we have the individuals willing to do so, for the record, I vote we rattle the cattle-truck out of his cage. Get Willie thinking about other things and give his teammates an extra protection task. But does it really serve our purpose? I admit I am a bit of a fan of the theatre of footy.While their form isn't great, Port has beaten Hawthorn and Sydney, so they are capable. And with Zak Butters and Ollie Wines in the middle, Connor Rozee distributing and setting up play make off half back and Mitch Georgiades up forward with Willie Rioli at his feet, you can see how they cause some feeling of trepidation. While we might have a bit more talent across the board, do we have the capability to slug it out in a potentially bruising encounter in the wet? It's difficult to forget we didn't handle the treatment in the pristine dry conditions under the roof at Marvel against the Saints. The rain, should it impact the game, could be the great leveler on Saturday night. The Restump investment club has gone sideways and is in need of a bail out. Can we blame the Trump tariffs? They're being blamed for everything else! But quitting is for cowards and as we always say at the Restump, you're only ever one hot streak away from a full recovery. May the Gods be in our odds.Anyway, it's all about the maritime melee this Saturday night. So, pull on the trackie, bang on a beanie, rug up, grab a cup of coffee and let's have a chat about it further on the pod. Send us a textSupport the show
How do you fix the Saints? On this week's episode of AFL.com.au's trade and draft show Gettable, the crew discuss their seven-point plan to supercharge St Kilda's rebuild and analyse the club's chances of retaining uncontracted star Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera. Gettable co-hosts Cal Twomey and Riley Beveridge also delve deep into your listener questions to discuss the latest on Luke Jackson, Oscar Allen, Sam Draper, Zak Butters, Harley Reid and plenty more. There's also a huge draft update – including the latest on next week's mid-season rookie draft – with all of the analysis on where the country's best junior talents could be heading at year's end.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.No time for community questions this week as Daz, Mick and Danny ripped straight into a Gold Coast post-mortem and some speculative Zak Butters trade talk from friend of the pod Sam McClure.We also covered:* What the Suns loss really means; * Whether the Hawks would've won with Meek in the ruck;* The return of Cyril (sort of);* Mitch Lewis' injury setback;* Will Day's injury progress; * Matt Hill's rapid development;* Box Hill's massive 84-point win agains the Suns; and* The upcoming must-win clash against the Lions.Thanks to our loyal Hawks Insiders subscribers — your support helps make the pod possible each and every week. Follow us on social media through the links below:Twitter | Facebook | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hawksinsiders.substack.com/subscribe
Al Paton and Patch are on the hunt for rookies to downgrade to on this week's edition of Breaking Even with Al Paton. And Patch has found one you probably haven't thought of.All your big SuperCoach questions are on the agenda. Is the clock ticking on Caleb Daniel as a SuperCoach pick? Is it time to cash in Sam Powell-Pepper? Is Chad Warner a must-have this week? Then there's the big three - Max Gawn, Marcus Bontempelli and Zak Butters. Al and Patch are firmly against paying up ... except in a situation where maybe you could pay up.Plus the latest from AFL medical rooms in the HBF Injury Report. Keep an eye on Al's socials (@al_superfooty on X) for a weekly post asking for questions! All the latest SuperCoach news and articles: linktr.ee/supercoachafl CHAPTERS:Intro (00:00)HBF Injury Report (01:30)Fallen premium targets (03:15)Rookie roulette (07:52)QUESTIONS! (09:20) Hosts:Al Paton: @al_superfooty / XPatch: @PatchToTheMax / X Produced by Haydn Kenny. Recorded on Wednesday May 7, 2025. Follow SuperCoach AFL on X. Follow SuperCoach AFL on Instagram. Follow SuperCoach AFL on TikTok. Like SuperCoach AFL on Facebook. Subscribe on CODE Sports YouTube Channel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The vision is on Hawthorn on this week's episode of Gettable. Introducing a brand new segment, Gettable co-hosts Cal Twomey and Riley Beveridge break down Hawthorn's pitch to players and how the Hawks are becoming elite at selling the club's vision to potential recruits. So, what does that look like for targets such as Oscar Allen and Harley Reid as Hawthorn go about strengthening an already formidable outfit under the guidance of gun coach Sam Mitchell? There's also some breaking news on a Western Bulldogs free agent, updates on Port Adelaide star Zak Butters, a look ahead to a talented 2025 draft crop, and some insight into Sydney star Chad Warner's impending contract call.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.Another week has come and gone, filled with Hawthorn news, speculation and adoration from the wider football world.Life is good.Another week of zero tech glitches - X seems to be a thing of the past.But the space was still safe, as Ash Browne joined together with Andrew Weiss, Mick Cowan and Simon Morawetz as they got into deep conversation around the best bits from the week so far, including:* The importance of independent Hawthorn media when we are good;* The GWS Giants win - what we liked, and how we feel;* Oscar Allen;* Harley Reid versus Zak Butters;* Box Hill and our fringe players;* Questions from around our social traps;* And much more.We appreciate your support here at Hawks Insiders, thank you to our subscribers for helping to allow us to do what we do. Don't forget to listen in as the HI team goes live on Wednesday nights on X (Twitter). Follow us on social media through the links below:Twitter | Facebook | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hawksinsiders.substack.com/subscribe
Who are the pre-agents that clubs are watching this year? On this week's episode of AFL.com.au's hit trade and draft show Gettable, co-hosts Cal Twomey and Riley Beveridge run their eyes over the pre-agents who could potentially become available a year before hitting free agency. From Port Adelaide star Zak Butters, to Carlton running machine Sam Walsh, to Hawthorn's star goalkicker Dylan Moore, who are the pre-agents that club list managers are already keeping tabs on? The Gettable boys also look at the latest developments on Chad Warner's future, question whether Carlton can keep Tom De Koning, and analyse why Adelaide is now the League's next destination club.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Rush Hour Melbourne Catch Up - 105.1 Triple M Melbourne - James Brayshaw and Billy Brownless
Billy starts the show with a shortened All Sports Report, as we need to get to Zak Butters phoning in from Adelaide... and have a listen to what Zak called our man Willis! Billy continues his wrappy and it's clear he's rattled, then Topics Brayshaw talks about time you'll never get back. Nick in Knox has a crack at $10k with Guernsey Cash, and we find out Billy's new nickname has already gone global. South-East Melbourne Phoenix's new import Derrick Walton Jr joins the show before the NBL tips off in Perth this weekend, and Billy has a knock-knock joke to finish us off.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Damian Barrett and Nat Edwards bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Port Adelaide play host to Hawthorn tonight for a spot in the Preliminary Final as the Lions prepare to face off against the Giants tomorrow night to book a spot in the final four teams. Will the Hawks target Zak Butters tonight from the first bounce, should Jason Horne-Francis start on the ground and Adam Kingsley has put the heat on his skipper to lift. Plus, Carlton's season is in review. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Catch up on all the footy news from AFL 360, Tuesday the 3rd of September with Gerard Whateley and Mark Robinson. Gerard and Robbo discuss the latest on Zak Butters fitness and reaction to commentary around not playing through pain, sanction for Jason McCartney after derby QT scuffle and the Furnace. For more of the show tune in on Fox Footy & KAYOSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Roy didn't have the week he wanted ... with sickness and trades ... but he moved up the rankings and is knocking on the door of winning a hat! Calvin and Warnie keep the podcast rolling while Roy recovers and release the song "Roy's Hat (Hell Yeah)" to motivate him. The boys chat through what to do with F5 and F6 as well as plenty of other trade targets. Episode guide 1:30 - Warnie defeated Calvin by 244 points in round 17. 5:00 - Roy jumps on the phone to chat about the health of his Fantasy team. 9:35 - The world premiere of "Roy's Hat (Hell Yeah)". 12:00 - Zak Butters and Connor Rozee gets Warnie's +3 for the week. 14:40 - "He didn't turn up in the last quarter" - Errol Gulden scored three in the final term. 17:00 - Colby McKercher gets into third on the Cash Cow of the Year leaderboard. 19:35 - Max Gawn was subbed on Sunday, but we also have MRO worried for Isaac Heeney and Izak Rankine. 24:25 - Were there any relevant players who gained DPP? 27:00 - Is Dylan Moore at the top of the shopping list to get as F5 or F6? 32:15 - Can you look at Jy Simpkin as an option? What is his fixture like? 36:10 - Shaun Mannagh is the rookie of the week to grab. 39:05 - Can you drop a premium to Colby McKercher? 41:50 - Andrew Brayshaw is worth looking at as an option under-$900k. 44:00 - Who is the ruck with the best run home? 45:15 - The most traded players including The Traders' moves. 47:00 - Questions from social media - follow @AFLFantasy on Twitter, @aflfantasy on Instagram and like the Official AFL Fantasy facebook page. 49:30 - Is Tom De Koning a ruck option? 53:40 - "You don't have confidence in whoever you're bringing into F5 or F6". 57:15 - Can you field a rookie over Alex Sexton? 59:10 Can you have Mattaes Phillipou as a bench player to loop? 1:02:10 - The full version of Roy's song. Roy's Hat (Hell Yeah) Calvin's song via Suno. Catch the film clip on our social media channels. LYRICS [Verse]Roy's gonna win a hatHell yeah Hell yeah Victory in his grasp Hell yeah Hell yeah [Verse 2] He's the best on the team Hell yeah Hell yeah Gonna live that dream Hell yeah Hell yeah [Chorus] Party in the studio Hell yeah Hell yeah Everybody shout and go Hell yeah Hell yeah [Verse 3] Lights will shine so bright Hell yeah Hell yeah Celebrate all night Hell yeah Hell yeah [Bridge] Roy's the hero now Hell yeah Hell yeah We're all standing proud Hell yeah Hell yeah [Chorus] Party in the studio Hell yeah Hell yeah Everybody shout and go Hell yeah Hell yeah - - - - Find more from Roy, Calvin and Warnie. Click here for more content from The Traders. Like AFL Fantasy on Facebook. Follow @AFLFantasy on Instagram. Follow @AFLFantasy on X.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Michael Whiting and Nathan Schmook bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Zak Butters has created a headache for himself by finding himself in hot water with the MRO continuously as he deals with a tag and attention week on week. Is the trip up to the Gold Coast becoming the toughest road trip in footy? Collingwood will be the next challenger to the Suns who are yet to drop a game at People First Stadium in 2024. Alex Pearce will miss the next 3-4 weeks leaving a gaping a hole in the Dockers defence, how will the cover his absence? Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you all the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Australian Football Hall of Fame is one of the great nights on the AFL's calendar, with both Damo & Sarah in the room, we pay tribute to the next 6 inductees, plus celebrate Jason Dunstall's elevation to Legend status. Zak Butters is free to play for Port Adelaide on the weekend after having his ban overturned at the tribunal yesterday, staying in the city of Churches is high on Taylor Walker's list, but is it the same for the Crows? Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Damian Barrett and Nathan Schmook bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Zak Butters is currently working through a down phase in his 2024 season, firstly facing a 1-match ban for a hit off the ball against Tom Green, secondly being well held for the last month of the season. Should he head to the tribunal and get off, will he be able to turn his form around? Christian Petracca has opened up on the harrowing injuries he received on Kings Birthday Monday that will see him miss the rest of the season, and George Wardlaw is now the outright favourite for the Rising Star off the back of his career best performance against the Magpies. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Round 10 was highlighted by a weekend of individual brilliance across the round, starting with Noah Anderson on Thursday night through to Harley Reid against the Demons last night. West Coast have produced the upset of the season, led by Reid to spoil the Demons outing to Perth. Port Adelaide have come from nowhere to steal a game of footy they had no right to win largely thanks to Zak Butters. Richmond and St Kilda are experiencing disastrous seasons with seemingly no end in sight. Collingwood are back to their best form, while the Bombers are somehow second on the ladder. Damo's MVP is stacked with brilliance this weekend. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.