Welcome to The Hurt Locker. Your weekly breakdown of the key AFL injuries and what they mean for your SuperCoach strategy.

In this episode we cover:

• The biggest current AFL injuries

• Which premiums are now risky

• Midfield role changes to watch

• New cash generation opportunities

• Round 1 selection implications

• How to adjust your SuperCoach structure

Injuries are not just bad luck — they are opportunity if you react faster than the competition.

Drop in the comments which injury has impacted your team the most and who you are pivoting to.

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0:00 Intro + Rainbow Dash banter

0:43 The Hurt Locker explained (injuries + SuperCoach impact)

1:21 How the slides work: return dates, roles, beneficiaries, impact rating

2:14 Adelaide injury rundown (Rankin, Keane, Draper, Curtin)

2:59 Who benefits at Adelaide: Rachelle, Worrell + impact rating meaning

4:17 Brisbane injuries: Draper, Hipwood, Doedee, Ainsworth

4:48 Darcy Fort season? Curtin ruck chat + what it means for SC

6:38 Carlton: Motlop out, Acres/Newman, Reidy reaction + who gets the role

8:02 Collingwood: Hill personal leave, Moore/Howe watch, McInnes talk

9:16 Essendon pain list: Martin out, ruck setup, Reed upside + who replaces Martin

10:56 Fremantle: Sturt/Simpson/McVee role and scoring expectations

11:53 Geelong: Stengel/Conway watch, Blitz ruck value + Ollie Henry lift

13:09 Gold Coast: Rowell out, beneficiaries (Graham/Humphrey/Davies)

15:01 GWS disaster: Green out, Kelly doubts, who gets the CBAs now?

16:50 Hawthorn: Will Day timeline, Ward vs McDonald value

18:19 Melbourne: Viney out, Windsor breakout requirements + role debate

20:24 North Melbourne: Wardlaw/Core/Goad/Colby finger concern

22:04 Port Adelaide: Sweet vs Visentini debate + Bergman CBAs

23:37 Richmond: Prestia again, Lawler value if CBAs land

24:42 St Kilda: Marshall forward-ruck DPP angle + King context

25:46 Sydney: Adams/King outs, Roses Jr rookie watch

27:43 West Coast: Graham/Gross/Duggan issues, Yeo CBAs + Duursma value debate

30:52 Bulldogs: Garcia/Waitman out, Sanders opportunity and Bevo factor

32:08 Q&A: Roby/Simpson Round 1 chances + Simpson bullish case

33:37 New 7-second kick-in rule: who wins/loses for SuperCoach

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If you want to dominate AFL SuperCoach 2026, it starts with team structure and cash generation.

In this episode we break down exactly how to make bank early in the season, why structure matters more than individual picks, and how to set your squad up to upgrade aggressively.

We cover:

• The most effective AFL SuperCoach 2026 team structures

• How many rookies is too many

• Premium balance across each line

• Mid-pricers vs cash cows strategy

• Upgrade cadence and early trade planning

• Common structure mistakes that cost you cash

Building cash early is what separates average seasons from top rank finishes. Get your structure right and the upgrades take care of themselves.

Drop your current structure in the comments and let us know where you are going aggressive.

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The BTA Doctor reveals his full AFL SuperCoach 2026 starting squad. We break down the complete team structure, must-have premiums, value picks, rookies and POD selections to help you build a stronger side heading into Round 1.

If you're planning your AFL SuperCoach team for 2026, this episode gives you a full look at strategy, player selection and early season thinking from the BTA Doctor.

In this episode:

• Full AFL SuperCoach 2026 team reveal

• Team structure explained

• Premium locks and must-have picks

• Best rookies and cash generators

• POD selections and value plays

• Early strategy and planning insights

Drop your thoughts in the comments — what would you change in the Doctor’s squad?

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AFL SuperCoach 2026 Forward Tier List is here. We break down the most relevant forwards for the season ahead and help you decide who to pick, who to avoid, and who could be league winners.

In this episode we cover forward rankings, premium targets, value picks, breakout candidates and potential traps so you can build a stronger starting squad and gain an early edge in 2026.

If you're planning your AFL SuperCoach forward line, this is the complete strategy guide you need.

What we cover:

• Forward tier rankings for 2026

• Must-have premiums

• Mid-price value plays

• Breakout candidates

• Players to avoid

• Forward line strategy and structure

Drop your thoughts in the comments — who are your must-have forwards this year?

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0:00 INTRO: The Horse x Deadly + How We’re Structuring AFL SuperCoach Forwards

2:34 FORWARD TIER LIST EXPLAINED: Must Have, Cash Gen, Good Start, Needs Luck, Avoid

2:52 JOSH RACHELE: Midfield role or forward trap? CBAs, Rankin impact

4:54 ISAAC RANKINE: Round 1 suspension, starting risk and trade-in timing

6:03 SAMMY LALOR: Year 2 breakout? Price, CBAs, cash generation case

8:45 KOZZY PICKETT: Upside vs floor, Melbourne factor, role watch

10:32 CONNOR BUDARICK: Bulldogs role, DPP angle, why it’s a gamble

11:32 DEV ROBERTSON: West Coast inside mid role, top cash gen if named

12:30 BREAKING NEWS: Matt Rowell injury update and flow-on effects

13:03 CHRISTIAN PETRACCA: Suddenly viable? CBAs spike, early matchups + early bye

15:03 JAMARRA UGLE-HAGAN: Cheap price but selection/availability concerns

16:33 LUKE DOVASTON: Cash gen profile, scoring volatility chat

17:20 CONNOR MCDONALD: Hawthorn midfield time, role reality check

18:32 Sponsor: Stromcrete (driveways, slabs, concrete) + discount mention

18:59 MUST START GREEN TIER: Harry Sheezel lock button

19:31 JOEL FREIJAH: “The Fridge” POD, CBA sample, value case

20:35 FINN MACRAE: High ownership fade, not training with A’s warning

21:11 RILEY THILTHORPE: Key forward who can break SuperCoach volatility

22:38 LEO LOMBARD: Rookie cash cow potential, role projection

23:19 LATRELL PICKETT: Rookie target? Role, CBAs, cash gen case

24:17 SAM FLANDERS: Set and forget forward line cornerstone

25:25 JACOB NEWTON: West Coast rookie, safe starter profile

26:13 BRENT DANIELS: Giants midfield opportunity with injuries, upside vs floor

27:13 BRAYDEN COOK: Adelaide role change hopes fade, current avoid

28:06 TOBIN MURRAY: Wing role, cash gen potential, risk of low scores

29:10 TODD MARSHALL: Half-back + kickouts shock, top cash gen alert

30:01 ADAM TRELOAR: Injury risk, role concerns, “needs things to go right”

30:52 SID DRAPER: Round 1 doubt, wait-and-see rookie call

31:27 MATTAES PHILIPPOU: Body risk but massive cash gen upside if fit

32:24 SAM DARCY: Top 6 forward case, structure/bye considerations

33:44 WRAP UP: Tier list recap

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Want the edge in AFL SuperCoach 2026? Choosing the right rucks can define your entire season. In this episode, we break down the best AFL SuperCoach ruck options for 2026, including must-have picks, value targets, breakout candidates and the biggest traps to avoid.

We cover ruck structure, pricing value, scoring upside, ownership trends and the players who can help you gain a serious advantage over your competition. Whether you're locking in a premium ruck combo, chasing value or looking for a POD, this guide will help you build a league-winning strategy.

In this video:

Best AFL SuperCoach rucks for 2026

Must pick premium options

Value plays and breakout candidates

Ruck traps to avoid

R2 strategy and team structure advice

POD ruck selections

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0:00 Welcome back, footy is finally back

1:35 Sponsor shout: Yo-G Frozen Yogurt (Bendigo)

2:17 Practice match recap: Geelong key takeaways

5:03 Hawthorn takeaways: McDonald, Ward, Reeves impressed

7:52 Main topic begins: Rucks, new rules and what changes in 2026

9:44 Brody Grundy: does the early bye matter?

11:23 Mitch Edwards: reality check after practice match

12:55 Toby Nankervis: biggest loser from new ruck rules?

14:16 CDT hype: elite talent but role warning

15:08 Max Gawn: is 690k worth it in 2026?

17:30 Ned Reeves Superman game + Hawks two rucks debate

20:10 Luke Jackson: “have” status with new rules?

22:21 Tim English: back to 125+ territory?

23:15 Clip it: Jackson + English prediction and half marathon bet

24:24 Lachlan McAndrew vs ROB: Round 1 watchlist

26:12 Darcy Cameron: State of Origin ruck pick + bye factor

27:13 TDK at the Saints: massive upside but bye headache

30:14 Liam Reidy ownership: R3 must-have?

31:24 Breaking news: Sam Taylor out 4 weeks (impact)

31:50 Patreon pitch: Q&A, rankings, 1-1 support, SC rings league

33:10 Jordan Sweet: role security vs price problem

34:13 Nick Bryan: injury now, downgrade target later

35:58 Rowan Marshall: forward-only concerns and price drop watch

36:33 Tristan Xerri: can you pay up? rules impact

37:39 Wrap: rucks list recap + tell us who we missed

38:12 Practice match notes crew to follow on X

39:02 Final wrap

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AFL SuperCoach 2026 is almost here and draft season is heating up.

In this episode we run through a full First Round AFL SuperCoach Mock Draft, breaking down every single pick, explaining the strategy behind each selection and identifying the must pick guns you need to build a league winning squad.

We cover:

• Who deserves Pick 1 in 2026

• Safe premium selections vs high ceiling risks

• Draft structure strategy for the early rounds

• When to prioritise midfield depth vs key position scarcity

• Potential reaches and value steals

• How to set your team up for long term draft success

If you are preparing for your AFL SuperCoach Draft league, this is your blueprint for Round 1. Whether you are drafting from the front, middle or back end, understanding how the first round unfolds can shape your entire season.

Drop your draft position in the comments and tell us who you are targeting.

Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, draft strategy, team reveals, POD watch and league winning insights throughout the 2026 season.

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In this episode, Squid breaks down his full AFL SuperCoach squad ahead of Round 1, explaining the strategy behind his structure, premium selections, mid-priced plays and cash cow setup. We dive into his captaincy plans, bye structure, POD targets and the key decisions that could shape the early rounds of the season.

Is he going guns and rookies? Balanced build? Loading up on early value? Every line is analysed so you can see the reasoning behind each pick and apply it to your own team.

If you’re finalising your AFL SuperCoach side, this is the blueprint you need before lockout.

Drop your team structure in the comments and let us know:

Who’s your biggest POD?

Which premium are you fading?

What’s your Round 1 captaincy plan?

Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team reveals, trade targets, POD watch and league-winning strategy all season long.

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00:00 Welcome Back to Between the Arcs (2026 Kick Off)

01:00 Squid’s 2025 Finish Review – Top 1% & Trade Chaos

02:40 2026 Team Reveal Begins – Blank Canvas Strategy

03:10 Cone of the Week Returns

05:00 Defensive Structure – Rosy, Dale & POD Picks

09:00 Midfield Locks – Butters, Daicos & Dunkley

13:10 League Giveaway & Patreon Bonus Announced

13:20 Ruck Strategy – Fading Xerri? Jackson & Cameron Debate

26:30 Forward Line Breakdown – Sheezel, Darcy & Value Plays

35:50 Live Q&A – Pods, Cash Cows & Season Predictions

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This is it. Hurl’s full AFL SuperCoach blueprint for 2026.

In this episode, we break down Hurl’s complete SuperCoach strategy. Structures, premium selections, rookie balance, bye planning, cash generation targets and how he plans to navigate the season from Round 1 through to the final upgrade.

This isn’t just a team reveal.

It’s the thinking behind it.

• How many premiums is he starting?

• Where is he taking calculated risks?

• What’s the plan for the early bye rounds?

• Which players are stepping stones vs long-term keepers?

• How aggressive is the upgrade cadence?

If you’re serious about AFL SuperCoach this season, this is the type of planning that separates top 1% finishes from the pack.

Drop your thoughts in the comments:

Are you following a similar structure, or are you taking a completely different approach?

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00:00 Between the Arcs welcome

00:53 Why this is the best episode of the year (strategy over player vs player)

02:09 The Grand Plan returns (what people can expect tonight)

06:59 Hurls reads the full starting team (audio listeners get the full picture)

08:29 10 keepers vs 14 keepers debate (what is a “keeper”, really?)

11:12 Early bye “cost” math and why Hurls is going uber primo in mids

14:07 Key number to track: rookies on field (the upgrade cadence framework)

15:00 Cash gen table explained (what rookies and mid-pricers must average to make money)

20:00 The 4 million problem (why cash gen is harder than people think)

22:28 R3 trap talk: Liam Reidy, dead rookies and realistic budgeting

27:16 Upgrade targets and the end-game map (who he’s chasing and why)

29:22 Unlimited League code + prizes (free entry, cash + weekly prize)

30:30 End-game team and trade budget (20 sales, 10 regen trades, 6 corrections, 4 spare)

34:50 Ruck chaos + the stoppage drop (why rucks are the biggest fear)

37:19 Correction trades reality check (ideal 6 vs what actually happens)

41:31 Q&A time (bye points, old 20-trade era, rookies, keepers, Lawler debate)

51:23 Wrap up + tomorrow night live (Squidy return, next show plug)

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