Penalty Broncos

Episode 52: Top 4 (NRL Round 26)   The Broncos are officially back in the Top 4! In this week’s episode, Britto, Langers, and Ringer break down the gritty win over the Cowboys and what it means for the run home. From momentum swings to key player performances, we dive deep into how the Broncos got the job done and what’s ahead as the finals loom.   We also cover injury updates, the latest SuperCoa...

In this episode of the Penalty Broncos Podcast, we dive into the Brisbane Broncos’ tough NRLW clash against the Newcastle Knights. From key moments that swung the game to standout performances and areas where intensity dropped off, we break down everything that shaped the result. We celebrate Chelsea Leonarduzzi’s 50-game milestone , analyze the Broncos’ defensive struggles and tactical adjustment...

The Broncos put on a show against the Knights, and we’re here to break it all down. From Reece Walsh’s blistering speed and agility to Katoni Staggs’ powerhouse performance and Dean Mariner’s finishing touch, it was a game full of highlights.   We dive into the Broncos’ strategy, the importance of teamwork through the middle, and how Billy Walters continues to step up in crucial moments. There’s p...

Finals footy is on the horizon, and the Broncos are right in the thick of it. In this episode, we break down the Broncos’ momentum heading into the pointy end of the season and ask the big question—could this be our year?   We dive into the team’s recent form, standout performances, and what needs to click if the Broncos are to make a serious run. With the ladder tightening and confidence building...

Episode 48: Mayday Mayday Mayday (NRL Round 23)   In this week’s episode of Penalty Broncos , disaster has struck — and it all happened in one brutal play. The Broncos have lost both their starting halfback and five-eighth, plus a gun winger, all to hamstring injuries. With our spine ripped apart and finals footy looming, this could be the moment that derails the entire season.   Britto and Ringer...

The Broncos rack up a 60-14 demolition of the injury-ravaged Rabbitohs, but was it really a performance to celebrate? The boys break down the highs and lows from Suncorp, including Ezra Mam’s double, Staggs’ lethal fend, and the rise of Ben Talty. We also talk injuries (farewell Xavier Willison for now), the Cobbo and Mariner redemption arc, and why this game felt like a “hollow victory” despite t...

Join Britto for a solo ride through Round 4 and Magic Round prep as the Broncos NRLW stampede the Dragons 30–6 and now look to settle a score with the Sharks in the first-ever NRLW Magic Round! In this live review and preview show: Full recap of the dominant second-half performance against the Dragons Key stats, standout moments, and player breakdowns (shoutout to Julia Robinson & Jada Ferguso...

In this episode, the lads unpack the heartbreak of the Broncos' 2-point loss to the Eels — a match full of highs, lows, and “what could’ve been” moments.   From Reece Walsh’s chaotic brilliance to critical defensive lapses and poor fifth-tackle options, Britto, Ringer, and Langers break down the key plays, player performances, and the turning points that defined the game. There’s honest reflection...

In this episode, Britto and Jack break down the Broncos’ Round 3 loss to the Roosters — a narrow 4-point defeat packed with frustration, missed opportunities, and some seriously questionable referee calls. From handling errors and defensive lapses on the left edge to injuries that disrupted the second half, the boys leave no stone unturned in their review. While there’s disappointment, there’s als...

The Broncos NRLW girls put the Titans to the sword in Round 2 with a dominant 44-4 win, and we break it all down in this week’s live show. From unstoppable defense to blistering attack, Britto and Ringer dive into the stats, the standout performances of Tamika Upton, Chelsea Lenarduzzi, and Bree Spreadborough — plus how Scotty Prince’s rotation magic is setting the tone for the season.   We also p...

The Broncos made it five straight wins, but they sure didn’t make it easy on themselves. In this round, we dive into a scrappy, error-filled contest on the Gold Coast where the Broncos got sucked into a classic Titans-style mud fight — and still came out on top.   We break down the relentless mistakes, costly penalties, and moments of brilliance that defined the 26-14 victory. From Talty's fairyta...

The NRLW is back — and so are the Thoroughbreds. In our first official NRLW Review podcast of 2025, Britto and Jack fire up the mics for a live recall of the Round 1 win over the Wests Tigers and a preview of the Round 2 clash against the Gold Coast Titans. The girls kicked off the season with a dominant second-half performance, running out 28–4 winners after grinding through a tight first 40 minu...

The Bulldogs came out barking — but the Broncos bit back harder.   In this episode, the Thoroughbreds dive into the emotional and on-field highs and lows of Brisbane’s comeback win over the Bulldogs. From a flat first half to a fired-up second, the boys reflect on a gritty performance, key plays, and the steady influence of Billy Walters through the middle.   There’s a heartfelt moment as the crew...

Chapters (00:00:00) - POLICE BLOKES (00:06:26) - Tamika Upton's Newcastle Knights captaincy (00:10:24) - Julia Robinson and Haley Matic combination (00:15:23) - Uncovering the halves (00:20:29) - Team List (00:24:51) - Bree Spreadborough Gets the Broncos Number 13 (00:30:53) - Destiny Brill on the Broncos' bench (00:34:46) - The Broncos 18 to 22 squad (00:39:01) - Pale the Tape (00:44:23) - Stay o...

The Broncos are again in the winner’s circle with a strong 26 - 12 win over the Warriors — and the Lads are here to break it all down.   In this episode, we analyse every angle of the match: a dominant first-half performance, standout efforts from Staggs and Shibasaki, and the defensive grit that kept the Warriors at bay. We dive into the tactical shifts, missed opportunities, and the influence of...

Down 22–6 and looking dead in the water — the Thoroughbreds were bracing for a long, painful Sunday. But then… something clicked.   In this week’s episode, Britto and Ringer break down the wild comeback win over the Sharks in front of 39,000 at Suncorp. We unpack a horror first half, a brain snap from the Sharks before halftime, and a second half where the Broncos finally remembered who they are —...

It’s the bye week, but the Penalty Broncos boys are still clocking on. With no Broncos footy to wrap around, Britto, Ringer, and Langers dive headfirst into the bigger issues swirling around the game.   From the NRL’s outdated copyright crackdown on content creators (shoutout to Hectic Fred) to the inconsistencies in try rulings like Staggs vs Wong.   Then it's Origin chaos: selection stunners, be...

The Broncos are back in black — and back in the winner’s circle. In this week’s episode, Britto and Ringer break down the dominant 44–14 win over the Titans, fueled by one of the best promotional jerseys the NRL has ever seen. But don’t let the scoreline fool you — this win raised as many questions as it did celebrations.   We cover everything from the resurgence of Kotoni Staggs, the rise of Jord...

Episode 34: No More Mr. Nice Guys   The gloves are off.   After a demoralizing loss to Manly, the Thoroughbreds are done sugar-coating it. Britto, Ringer, and Langers rip the band-aid off and go deep on the Broncos’ worrying form slump, rotation confusion, cultural cracks, and whether this is a coaching problem or a club-wide identity crisis.   From dissecting soft defensive efforts, baffling inte...

It’s Origin Week and the Penalty Broncos boys are fired up! Langers is back from Bali, Ringer’s been branding calves, and Britto’s sipping ginger beers in the Bandwagon Bar — and somehow, they’ve still found time to dive deep into all things Broncos, Maroons, and NRL drama.   In this episode, the lads preview both the men’s and women’s State of Origin Game 1 matchups — including team lists, match-...

Dead set if we were dog walkers we would be out of business. Two weeks in a row we have got out to a handy lead and restricted our opposition from scoring, only for them to come back in the second half and do the exact same thing to us.   We check in on Gronk who has Origin fever and concerns, dive into the latest from the Casualty Ward, and the Judiciary. The Bronco Bet was a couple of legs off h...

Stable Chat #2: Busy Tone at The Vatican   We have been here there and everywhere lately but Ringer and Britto finally get to together to discuss the poor form of the Brisbane Broncos and should the alarm bells be ringing at Red Hill?   We check in on Gronk, dive into the latest from the Casualty Ward and Judiciary, and size up Round 11 against the Dragons at Suncorp Stadium. Ringer was the only o...

Episode 31: That Is The Team We Know   What a game to witness in the pouring rain as the Broncos put the Bulldogs to the sword for their first loss this season. With all players lifting after the loss to the Warriors it eased the tension in our lounge rooms as we finally got to watch the team we know is there put the rest of the competition on notice.   We check in on Gronk, dive into the latest f...

It was a tough game to watch and certainly a game that has the fans divided on what attributed to the loss. Reece Walsh went from hero to villain in the space of a 60 meter kick, Ben Hunt did not play his best game, and Payne Haas and Patrick Carrigan could not have been more superhuman in their efforts.   We check in on Gronk, dive into the latest from the Casualty Ward and Judiciary, and size up...

Episode 29: Foreplay Footy   The Broncos have been defeated at Suncorp, but we potentially have the answer as to why we seem to make things difficult for ourselves and it revolves around our team being full of hot young guys. In this episode, Britto, Ringer, and Langers review the Round 6 loss against the Roosters, and raise some questions about our impatience with the ball.   We check in on Gronk...