Coaches Panel | Fantasy AFL Podcasts

Jordan Clark comes in at #20 in the 50 Most Relevant countdown, and quietly, he’s become one of the safest and most underrated fantasy picks in the competition. In this episode, MJ Want is joined by Damo to unpack why Clark’s relevance continues to climb heading into the 2026 AFL Fantasy and SuperCoach season, even without the hype attached to bigger names. The discussion covers: Jordan Clark’s co...

Jagga Smith comes in at #21 in the 50 Most Relevant countdown, and few players have generated more intrigue heading into the 2026 AFL Fantasy and SuperCoach season. In this episode, MJ Want is joined by Pom to break down what we actually know about Carlton’s highly anticipated recruit separating preseason optimism from fantasy-relevant indicators. The discussion covers: Jagga Smith’s training repo...

Isaac Heeney comes in at #22 in the 50 Most Relevant countdown, and as the 2026 AFL Fantasy season approaches, the conversation around his value is heating up fast. In this episode, MJ Want is joined by Kane to unpack where Heeney truly sits heading into 2026 cutting through community noise to focus on role, scoring trends, and realistic upside. The discussion covers: Isaac Heeney’s fantasy histor...

Max Gawn lands at #23 in the 50 Most Relevant series, and once again, the fantasy ruck conversation starts and often ends with him. In this episode, MJ Want is joined by Pig Mentality to break down why Max Gawn remains the most influential ruckman in fantasy football, despite shifting rules, midfield changes, and growing uncertainty around ruck scoring in 2026. The discussion dives deep into: Gawn...

Will Ashcroft sits at #24 in the 50 Most Relevant series, and his fantasy relevance is far more complex than surface-level averages suggest. In this episode, MJ Want is joined by JD to break down Ashcroft’s fantasy outlook through performance data, community perception, and the reality of Brisbane’s stacked midfield. With two Norm Smith Medals and two premierships already to his name, Ashcroft’s p...

Adam Treloar is one of the most divisive players in fantasy football and that’s exactly why he lands at #25 in the 50 Most Relevant series. In this episode, MJ Want is joined by Rowan from The Fantasy Marketplace to unpack Treloar’s fantasy profile heading into the upcoming season. From elite historical scoring and role-based upside to injury concerns and Bulldogs midfield dynamics, this conversat...

Caleb Serong remains one of the most fascinating premium midfield discussions heading into 2026 and that combination of proven scoring and bounce-back potential places him at #26 in our Top 50 Most Relevant Players Countdown. In this episode, MJ Want is joined by MiniMonk to assess Serong’s fantasy outlook after a season that fell short of expectations by his elite standards. While 2025 was widely...

The reigning Brownlow Medallist Matt Rowell checks in at #27 in our 50 Most Relevant Players Countdown, and few players spark more fantasy debate heading into 2026. In this episode, MJ Want is joined by Holmesy to break down Rowell’s explosive 2025 season and what it means for AFL Fantasy and SuperCoach moving forward. After a true breakout year built on elite consistency, contested dominance, and...

Mattaes Philippou sits at the intersection of upside, uncertainty, and opportunity and that balance is exactly why he lands at #28 in our Top 50 Most Relevant Players Countdown. In this episode, MJ Want is joined by Bails to unpack Philippou’s fantasy relevance heading into the 2026 season. We break down his fluctuating performance metrics, injury-interrupted development, and the growing intrigue...

Hugh McCluggage’s evolution into one of the most complete midfielders in the competition has translated directly into elite fantasy output and that’s why he features at #29 in our Top 50 Most Relevant Players Countdown. In this episode, MJ Want is joined by DR to break down McCluggage’s outstanding recent season, where he averaged 119.4 in SuperCoach, posted 19 tons, and remarkably didn’t score un...

Lachie Ash’s 2025 season forced fantasy coaches to rethink the defensive landscape and that momentum places him at #30 in our Top 50 Most Relevant Players Countdown heading into 2026. In this episode, MJ Want is joined by Steven Arthur to deliver a deep fantasy analysis of Ash’s breakout year, where he averaged 100+ in AFL Fantasy and emerged as one of the most effective and efficient defenders in...

Josh Dunkley has been one of the most reliable premium midfielders in fantasy football over the past few seasons and that consistency keeps him firmly in the conversation at #31 in our Top 50 Most Relevant Players Countdown. In this episode of The Coaches Panel, MJ Want is joined by Bails to break down Dunkley’s fantasy relevance heading into the 2026 AFL season. We analyse why Dunkley continues t...

Zach Merrett has been a cornerstone of fantasy football for nearly a decade but heading into 2026, coaches are being forced to reassess what version of Merrett they’re drafting. That uncertainty places him at #32 in our Top 50 Most Relevant Players Countdown. In this episode, MJ Want is joined by Liam from the Free Kick podcast to evaluate Merrett’s evolving fantasy profile following a challenging...

Max Holmes has quickly established himself as one of the most impactful midfielders in fantasy football and his ceiling keeps him firmly in focus at #33 in our Top 50 Most Relevant Players Countdown. In this episode, MJ Want is joined by Tim Michell to break down Holmes’ fantasy profile heading into the upcoming AFL season. After an exceptional year where he averaged 110.9 in SuperCoach, Holmes ha...

Colby McKercher remains one of the most debated young players in fantasy circles and that uncertainty is exactly why he features at #34 in our Top 50 Most Relevant Players Countdown. In this episode, MJ Want is joined by Kane to unpack McKercher’s fantasy profile heading into the upcoming AFL season. We dive into his performance data, which points to a clear upward trajectory, while also addressin...

Miles Bergman is one of the most intriguing mid-priced conversations heading into the upcoming AFL Fantasy and SuperCoach season and that’s why he lands at #35 in our Top 50 Most Relevant Players Countdown. In this episode, MJ Want is joined by Lew to unpack Bergman’s evolving role at Port Adelaide and why the fantasy community is buzzing about his potential. We break down how his versatility has...

Keidean Coleman is one of the more fascinating defensive options in fantasy footy and that intrigue lands him at #36 in our Top 50 Most Relevant Players Countdown. In this episode, MJ Want is joined by Jordox to assess Coleman’s fantasy relevance heading into the upcoming season, unpacking both the upside and the clear risks that come with his profile. While injuries have limited his continuity in...

Ed Richards’ importance to the Western Bulldogs goes far beyond the eye test and for fantasy coaches, his profile is becoming increasingly hard to ignore. In this episode of the Top 50 Most Relevant Players Countdown, MJ Want is again joined by MiniMonk to unpack why Ed Richards ranks at #37 heading into the 2026 AFL Fantasy and SuperCoach season. We dive into what makes Richards such a critical p...

Kysaiah Pickett’s 2025 season changed the way fantasy coaches view him, but where does that leave us heading into 2026? In this episode of the Top 50 Most Relevant Players Countdown, MJ Want and MiniMonk break down why Pickett comes in at #38, diving deep into his role evolution at Melbourne and what it means for AFL Fantasy and SuperCoach coaches. We analyse Pickett’s breakout 2025 campaign, wher...

In this episode, MJ Want and Janath Fernando dive into the fantasy football world, focusing on Carlton midfielder Sam Walsh. They explore his historical performance, injury concerns, and potential as a buy-low option in AFL Fantasy and Super Coach. Discover insights into Walsh's work rate, kicking efficiency, and his evolving role in Carlton's midfield. Tune in to learn strategic timing fo...

Player #40 in the 50 Most Relevant countdown is one of the biggest conversation starters for the 2026 season, Christian Petracca. In this episode, MJ Want and Mitch Casey break down Petracca’s move to the Gold Coast Suns and what it means for his AFL Fantasy and SuperCoach value. With a new club, new coaching group and evolving midfield structure, Petracca shapes as one of the highest-variance pre...

Player #41 in the 50 Most Relevant countdown is one of the safest midfield options in fantasy football, Noah Anderson. In this episode, MJ Want and Jordox break down Anderson’s relevance for the 2026 AFL Fantasy and SuperCoach seasons, analysing why he continues to be one of the most consistent midfielders in the competition. The discussion explores Anderson’s scoring patterns, durability, and rol...

Player #42 in the 50 Most Relevant countdown shines a spotlight on one of fantasy football’s most exciting and complex selections, Izak Rankine. In this episode, MJ Want is joined by Rowan to unpack Rankine’s relevance for the 2026 fantasy season, analysing his performance data, evolving role, and the broader Adelaide Crows midfield structure that shapes his scoring output. Rankine’s scoring poten...

Player #43 in the 50 Most Relevant countdown puts the spotlight on one of the most debated forward options for 2026, Brent Daniels. In this episode, MJ Want is joined by Lemon to assess Daniels’ relevance across AFL Fantasy and SuperCoach, focusing on his scoring history, role potential, and suitability as both a value play and cash-generation option. The discussion breaks down how Daniels has sco...

Player #44 in the 50 Most Relevant countdown is one of the most important structural players in the AFL Fantasy and SuperCoach landscape for 2026. In this episode, MJ Want is joined by Pommy to break down Nic Newman’s return to Carlton, analysing his role, scoring profile, and why his presence fundamentally changes the Blues’ ball movement and defensive structure. After missing 2025, Newman re-ent...