The Lockout Podcast

With just three rounds remaining, every trade has the potential to make or break your AFL Fantasy season. This week the boys review Round 21 before looking ahead to Round 22, discussing the biggest trade decisions, the latest injury news, and the premiums that can help coaches finish the season strongly. They also hand out Lockout Brownlow votes, name the biggest Fantasy flops of the week, and analyse the most traded players across the competition. The episode also features debate around whether it's finally time to move on from Christian Petracca, if Bailey Smith is worth targeting after his price drop, and whether Lachie Whitfield, Errol Gulden or Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera should be priorities for the run home. The boys reveal their own trades, break down the Round 22 fixtures, and finish with their weekly Just the Tips segment. If you're chasing overall rank or fighting for a league premiership, this is one episode you won't want to miss.

The fantasy season is entering its final month, and every trade could be the difference between winning and losing your league. This week the boys break down all the fallout from Round 20, including the latest injury to Nic Newman, Brownlow votes, Fantasy flops and the biggest movers in the rankings. They also discuss whether Bailey Smith can bounce back after his disappointing 95, who the best replacement is for the injured Nic Newman, and whether Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera can overcome a likely James Jordan tag. We also analyse the most traded players, debate our own trade plans, discuss premium targets including Errol Gulden, Jarman Impey, Izak Rankine and Lachie Whitfield, and run through all the key injuries, suspensions and vice-captain options ahead of another massive round. With league finals underway and only a handful of rounds remaining, there's no room for mistakes.

Round 19 delivered another difficult week for AFL Fantasy coaches, with injuries continuing to affect completed teams and forcing more unexpected trades heading into the final month of the season. Croxy also provides some insights into injuries to our premium players this year, and how they stack up vs years prior. The boys review their scores, rankings and team values before handing out their Brownlow votes and naming the biggest flops of the round. Rowan Marshall continues his outstanding run, Harry Sheezel strengthens his lead in the Lockout Brownlow, and the frustration with Christian Petracca reaches a new level. With league finals beginning next week, the episode focuses on the best trade targets for Round 20, including Wayne Milera, Isaac Rankine, Bailey Smith and Lachie Whitfield. The boys also discuss whether Rowan Marshall can maintain his scoring once Tom De Koning returns, along with the rookies and value options that could help coaches complete their teams. There is also a breakdown of the latest injuries and suspensions, including Max Holmes, Joe Richards and Zorko, before Just the Tips returns with the boys’ predictions for Round 20.

he run home is officially here with just six rounds remaining! Missing Josh and Ryan this week, but Croxy and Hawko are here to break down all the biggest AFL Fantasy talking points from Round 18 before previewing Round 19. We discuss our scores, rankings and trade plans, hand out Lockout Brownlow votes, name our biggest flops of the week, and analyse the latest injury carnage. We also dive into whether Bailey Smith is finally a must have, Rowan Marshall's incredible form, but is it too late to get on him with TDK almost back? Harry Sheezel's dominant Lockout Brownlow lead, the best upgrade targets, rookie cash cows and how we're planning to navigate another week full of injuries and suspensions. If you're chasing rankings over the final six rounds, this is the episode you don't want to miss.

The boys are back, and technical difficulties mean that I can't edit out Ryan's coughing, and his daughter in the background, so apologies for that. The bye rounds are finally behind us, but now comes the most important stretch of the AFL Fantasy season. This week the boys review Round 17, compare rankings, cash generation and team values before setting their sights on Round 18. We hand out Brownlow votes, call out the biggest Fantasy flops, and break down the hottest trade targets heading into another crucial week. We also dive into whether Tim English owners have finally had enough, discuss Whitfield's concussion, Xerri's struggles, the best rookie options including Oliver Francou and Noah Mraz, and which premiums should be at the top of your shopping list. Plus, we reveal our own trades, debate each other's decisions, and set our overall ranking goals for the run home.

The bye rounds are finally behind us and the run home has officially begun. After weeks of navigating missing players, injuries and difficult trade decisions, coaches can finally focus on building their best 22 and making a charge up the rankings. This week, the boys break down their Round 16 scores, rankings and team values, while looking back at how each coach navigated the bye rounds. There is plenty of discussion around the biggest ranking movers, the trade strategies that worked, and the decisions that may have cost coaches valuable ground. The episode also covers the latest injury news, including Brent Daniels and Tom De Koning, along with the most traded players heading into Round 17. The lads debate premium targets such as Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera, Rowan Marshall and Sam Durham, while also discussing downgrade options and how to finish off your completed team. Plus, Brownlow votes, flops of the week and Just The Tips all return as the boys look ahead to a huge Round 17 and the start of the run home. If you're looking to make up ground and set your team up for the final stretch of the season, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

Note: Hawko was tuning in from Soeul last night, and due to that, the last 18mins of his audio is currently missing. You may hear some empty gaps when he's talking during the last 18mins of the podcast. Will rectify this if possible. The final bye round is here, and for many AFL Fantasy coaches, this is the week that could shape the rest of the season. Rankings are tightening, finding cash generation to complete your team is harder, and every trade carries more weight than ever before. This week, the full crew is back together as the boys break down their Round 15 scores, rankings and team values, while discussing how they're planning to attack the final week of the byes. There is plenty of debate around premium targets, value picks, and whether coaches should be chasing points or building towards a completed team. The episode also dives into the biggest trade decisions of the week, including Jordan De Goey, Sam Durham, Luke Jackson and Jordan Dawson, while touching on injury concerns around Sinclair, Xerri and Tom De Koning. The boys also hand out Brownlow votes, call out the biggest flops of the round, and debate the players who could make or break the run home. Plus, Just The Tips returns as the lads make their Round 16 predictions and look ahead to what promises to be a huge second half of the fantasy season. If you're looking to finish the bye rounds strongly and set yourself up for a charge home, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

The bye rounds are nearly behind us, but AFL Fantasy coaches still have some massive decisions to make before the run home begins. With rankings continuing to shift, premiums coming off their bye, and cash generation slowing down, every trade is becoming more important than ever. This week, Josh and Croxy go it alone with Hawko overseas and Ryan sidelined, breaking down their Round 14 scores, rankings and team values as they look to navigate the second last week of the byes. The boys discuss the standout performers from the round, hand out Brownlow votes, call out the biggest flops, and analyse the players who are helping, or hurting, fantasy coaches right now. There is also a deep dive into the most traded players, including whether Jordan Dawson is worth paying top dollar for, the appeal of premium defenders like Whitfield, Ash and Noble, and the value options emerging across every line. The lads also discuss trade plans, injury concerns, rookie cash cows and the key decisions coaches need to make before Round 15 lockout. Plus, Just the Tips returns as the boys predict the winners for Round 15 and look ahead to what could be a crucial week for coaches trying to set themselves up for the second half of the fantasy season.

The bye rounds are entering their most important stage, and coaches are running out of time to get their teams in shape for the run home. With cash generation slowing, premiums coming off their bye, and Round 17 post-bye structures starting to take shape, every trade matters more than ever. This week, the boys review their Round 13 scores, rankings and team values, while discussing the biggest winners and losers from the weekend. There’s plenty of debate around trade strategy, premium targets, rookie downgrades and whether coaches should be focusing on value or pushing aggressively towards a completed side. The episode also covers Brownlow votes, flops of the week, injury news, trade plans and the key players fantasy coaches should be targeting from teams coming off their bye. Plus, the lads discuss the importance of planning ahead for hard Round 16 bye week, and avoiding the mistakes that could derail your season. With only a handful of weeks remaining before teams should be close to complete, this is the time to separate yourself from the pack and set up for a strong finish to the fantasy season.

The first mid season bye round is behind us, but scores were lower than ever and coaches everywhere felt the impact. With only 30 players across the competition scoring over 100, Round 12 proved just how important squad depth and trade strategy have become. This week, the boys break down their scores, rankings and team values as the bye rounds continue to test AFL Fantasy coaches. There is plenty of discussion around trade plans, premium targets coming off their bye, rookie downgrade options and how to approach the next few weeks without sacrificing your long-term structure. The episode also covers the fallout from Sam Flanders' season-ending injury, the most traded players in and out, Brownlow votes, flops of the week, injury news and the key decisions coaches need to make heading into Round 13. Plus, Just the Tips returns as the boys predict another huge round of AFL action and try to find an edge during the most important period of the fantasy season.

The bye rounds are here and rankings are starting to shift quickly. Cash generation is slowing down, premiums are underperforming, and trade decisions are becoming more important than ever. This week on The Lockout Podcast, the boys break down everything from Round 11, including failed captain picks, rookie decisions, and the player everyone is rage trading after another horror score. We discuss the best upgrade targets, rookie downgrade options, and how coaches should approach the next few weeks with the bye rounds now in full swing. There’s also a look at injury concerns, returning premiums, and which mid-season draft players could become fantasy relevant. The episode also features Brownlow votes, flops of the week, trade strategy discussion, and plenty of debate around how aggressive coaches should be with the extra trades during the bye rounds. If you’re trying to survive the byes, build cash, and complete your team before the run home, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

Hi all, apologies for the late release time, and also the sound quality, we had some technical difficulties recording, and Ryan the bloke that was remote and could hear the issues, didn't let us know what was going on... So yeah, enjoy the episode, and we will see you next week! The usual Brownlow, flop, trash talk and trade targets all feature in this episode, sort our shit out is back, and Croxy's Buy Hold Sell makes another appearance. We round the episode out with Just the Tips as always! Take care, see you next week for the mid season byes!

Round 9 delivered absolute chaos for AFL Fantasy coaches, so many coaches falling to scores in the 18 and 19 hundreds. Don't fear, boys are back to break it all down looking into Round 10, with premiums underperforming, cash generation slowing rapidly, and injuries piling up across the competition, trade season is becoming tougher than ever. In this episode, the lads review their scores, rankings, Brownlow votes, flops of the week, and the players driving coaches insane right now. There’s also plenty of discussion around the biggest trade targets heading into Round 10, rookie downgrade options, injury carnage, and the key strategy decisions coaches need to make before the byes arrive. The boys also dive into trade dilemmas surrounding names like Bontempelli, Rachelle, Steele, McAndrew and more, while “Sort Your Sh*t Out” returns with some brutal calls for struggling players and teams. Plus, there are concerns around three massive potential late outs that could completely shake up fantasy plans heading into lockout. If you’re trying to survive upgrade season, navigate the chaos, and keep climbing rankings, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

In this episode, the boys break down Round 8 and prepare for a massive Round 9 in AFL Fantasy. With cash generation beginning to dry up and premiums continuing to let coaches down, the pressure is mounting to make the right upgrade decisions before rankings get away. The lads discuss the best trade targets, rookie dilemmas, injury concerns, and which underperforming premos may finally need to go. There’s also plenty of discussion around bye planning, role changes, and the players shaping the competition heading into the next stage of the season. Plus Brownlow votes, flops of the week, “Sort Your Sh*t Out” but from Josh, Buy Hold Sell, and all the strategy you need before Round 9 lockout.

In this episode, the boys break down all the key takeaways from Round 7 and look ahead to Round 8 as the season starts to take shape. We run through how we performed in Round 7, including some mixed results across the group, with scores, rankings and cash generation all starting to separate teams as upgrade season kicks into full swing. With more premiums on field and fewer rookies generating cash, the focus now shifts towards building a complete team and planning ahead. We shoot off our Brownlow votes, and flops of the week. We also take a look at the players that are shaping fantasy outcomes right now. We also unpack trade strategies, including key upgrade targets, cash cows, and the most traded players across the competition. A major focus this week is preparing for the upcoming bye rounds, with early strategy discussions around how to structure your team, target the right players, and avoid getting caught out when the byes hit. We also cover injuries, team news, and round predictions as we head into another crucial week of AFL Fantasy. If you are looking to stay ahead of the competition and set your team up for the next phase of the season, this is an episode you do not want to miss. Let us know on socials, what are your bye rounds looking like, which round is looking the worst?

In this episode, the boys sit down with Sam, coach of Peregrin Touk, who finished 17th overall last season, to unpack what it takes to compete at the very top level of AFL Fantasy. We dive into Sam’s approach to team structure, trade strategy, and how he navigates key decision points throughout the season (like all the carnage we have seen). From handling early round chaos to executing upgrades at the right time, this episode is packed with insights into how elite coaches think. Sam also shares his thoughts on player selection, managing risk versus reward, and how to separate your team from the pack while still staying competitive. We break down current season trends, discuss key players, and explore what moves coaches should be considering right now. We also put your listener questions to Sam, getting his insights on key trade targets and strategies heading into the mid-season bye rounds. If you’re looking to sharpen your strategy, gain an edge, and learn from one of the best, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

Round 7 is here and the season just keeps getting interesting, the boys break down everything you need to know heading into the next rolling lockout. We review Round 6, covering our scores, ranking movements and where our teams sit as upgrade season ramps up. From there, we hand out Brownlow votes, call out the biggest flops of the week, and reflect on some trades that didn’t quite go to plan. We also run through the key trade trends across the competition, the most traded in and out players, and what moves you should be considering as cash generation slows and upgrades become crucial. With injuries continuing to hit hard, we break down all the latest news and what it means for your team heading into Round 7. We wrap things up with our trades for the week and finish with Just the Tips as we preview every game for Round 7. Tune in now and get set before the next lockout. Be sure to checkout a special episode interviewing Sam of Peregrin Touk, this episode will be released shortly after this Round 7 Preview as we get insights from a coach who made it all the way to 2nd, and finished 17th overall last season.

In this episode of The Lockout Podcast, the boys are back at Croxy’s round table to break down a chaotic week of AFL Fantasy, with Ryan missing but the show pushing on as usual. Round 5 brought plenty of carnage across the competition, and for the first time this season, Croxy is the bride not the bridesmaid, with the highest score on the Pod. We go through our scores, rankings, and cash generation as price growth begins to slow across the competition. The team also runs through their Brownlow votes for the week, highlights the biggest disappointments, and Hawko brings back the fan favourite “Sort Your Sh*t Out” segment. Looking ahead to Round 6, the boys discuss key trade targets, rookies on the rise, and how to navigate the growing list of injuries impacting teams. We also share their early trade plans, provide insights into player roles and value, and finish with their tips for the upcoming round. The episode also sets the stage for next week, where a special guest Sam Coach of " Peregrin Touk " who finished 17th overall last season will join the podcast to share insights. Send in questions you want us to ask via social media ( @thelockoutpod ) to be featured on the show. Be sure to follow The Lockout Podcast on all platforms and get involved in the conversation.

I feel like it's been this way every week so far this season, but Round 4 delivered once again, more carnage, and the boys are here to break it all down. We dive into how each coach fared, including a rollercoaster week that saw Vice Captain and Captains going MIA, late outs, and again MORE injures! While Ryan surged into the top 1% of all fantasy coaches, Josh is having a meltdown scoring the lowest on the pod AGAIN this week. We unpack all the key talking points from the round, including what went wrong and which players cost coaches heavily, as well as the standouts who delivered and shaped rankings across the competition. We also hand out Brownlow votes and call out the biggest flops of the week. The episode covers key trade decisions, including the balance between rage trades and smart upgrade strategies, along with insights into cash generation and overall team value. We also discuss the latest injuries and suspensions, and what they mean moving forward. With upgrade season now officially underway, we break down the most traded players, the best cash cows to target, and the crucial decisions you need to make ahead of the next round. We also bring back Just the Tips, where we attempt to pick winners and bounce back from a tough week. If your team took a hit this round, you are not alone, but this is where seasons can turn around. It's onto best 22 this week, so make sure you are prepared, you can't hide those 4 worst on field scores anymore! Tune in now and get ahead before the next lockout.

Round 3 is in the books and the boys break down everything you need to know heading into Round 4 of AFL Fantasy. From big score swings to rising team values, we take a look at where each coach sits after three rounds and what it means for your team moving forward. There’s plenty to unpack with trade decisions, role changes and early season trends starting to emerge. We dive into the key talking points including the most traded players, who’s on the chopping block, and which value picks are still worth chasing. Plus, we cover injuries, suspensions and how they impact your strategy over the next few weeks. The crew also run through their trades for Round 4, discuss whether to hold or move on from under performers, and highlight potential upgrade targets as we shift into upgrade season. To wrap it up, we give our tips for the round and help you get ahead before the bye rounds end. If you’re serious about climbing the rankings, this is the episode you need.