NRL Fantasy Amateurs

In this episode, we dissect the first TLT of the year, including our thoughts on the job security and scoring prospects of the myriad of cheapies for Round 1, and the injury implications on the teams for popular options like Ryan Sutton, Matt Doorey and the evergreen Bryce Cartwright. Oh, and we answer all the questions.

In this episode, we look at something near and dear to all the Amateurs faithful, and fantasy players alike - the POD (or Point Of Difference). Its a no holds barred, low ownership % player affair, including some sub 2% absolute smokeys we will not spoil. Pour yourself a drink (unless you are driving), settle in and enjoy.

In this episode, we look at all the highest owned players - every single one over 10% owned, to find out who is a STUD and who is a DUD. We have some robust discussions on popular options such as Pat Carrigan, Joseph Manu and Joseph Suaali'i, Tevita Pangai Jr and Stefano Utoikamanu, and as usual stray off the path on occasion.   For more information, visit our website: www.amateursfantasysports.co...

In this episode, we kick it old school with Ryan and Mark flying solo to discuss the game theory for NRL Fantasy 2023, and how to tackle the bye rounds for both H2H and Overall players. Some major topics include captaincy decisions, how to approach good options with tough schedules, the benefits of bye planning and trade conservation and more.

In this episode, we are joined by the infamous NRL Physio to discuss the injuries and associated impacts on Fantasy. Specifically, we look at the fortunes of Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, Joey Manu, Joseph Tapine, Payne Haas, Reuben Cotter, Kalyn Ponga and Tom Trbojevic among others. For more information, visit our website: https://amateursfantasysports.com/nrl/  

In this episode, we discuss (for far too long) your audience questions, including a lot of fantasy relevant discussions around Lachie Miller, Tanah Boyd and Brandon Smith, and some not so relevant stuff around which NRL players and coaches we believe would be good blokes and menaces on a night out.   For all our fantasy relevant content, visit www.amateursfantasysports.com/nrl

In this episode we cover all the fantasy relevant news and notes from the (no specific location) Dolphins. Specifically, we look at the fantasy prospects of Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, Euan Aitken, Sean O'Sullivan and Jarrod Wallace/Mark Nicholls, and discuss how the NRLs youngest child will perform in its debut season. For more information, visit our website: https://amateursfantasysports.com/nrl/dolphi...

In this episode we cover all the fantasy relevant news and notes from the Wests Tigers. Specifically, we look at the fantasy prospects of Tommy Talau, Adam Doueihi, Shawn Blore and Isaiah Papali'i, and discuss where we think the fortunes of the Tigers lie in 2023.   For more information, visit our website: https://amateursfantasysports.com/nrl/tigers   Note that this was recorded in late January,...

In this episode we cover all the fantasy relevant news and notes from the Sydney Roosters. Specifically, we look at the fantasy prospects of James Tedesco, Joseph Manu, Brandon Smith and Sam Walker, and discuss which currently world leader would make the best cricket player. For more information, visit our website: https://amateursfantasysports.com/nrl/roosters   Note that this was recorded in lat...

In this episode we cover all the fantasy relevant news and notes from the St George Illawarra. Specifically, we look at the fantasy prospects of Tyrell Sloan, Jayden Sullivan, Jacob Liddle and Jack Bird, and discuss the recent off field issues at the Dragons and its potential impact on the 2023 season   For more information, visit our website: https://amateursfantasysports.com/nrl/dragons   Note t...

In this episode we cover all the fantasy relevant news and notes from the South Sydney Rabbitohs. Specifically, we look at the fantasy prospects of Latrell Mitchell, Damien Cook, Izaac Thompson and Cameron Murray, and discuss the risks and benefits of starting with Cameron Murray as your round 1 captain from a game theory perspective.   For more information, visit our website: https://amateursfant...

In this episode we cover all the fantasy relevant news and notes from the Penrith Panthers. Specifically, we look at the fantasy prospects of Mitch Kenny, Nathan Cleary, Luke Garner and Zac Hosking, and discuss whether the Panthers can make it 3 in a row.   For more information, visit our website: https://amateursfantasysports.com/nrl/panthers/   Note that this was recorded in mid January, and all...

In this episode we cover all the fantasy relevant news and notes from the Parramatta Eels. Specifically, we look at the fantasy prospects of J'Maine Hopgood, Sean Russell, Matt Doorey and Ryan Matterson, and send out our prayers for an invitation to the Carty Party.   For more information, visit our website: https://amateursfantasysports.com/nrl/eels/   Note that this was recorded in mid January,...

In this episode we cover all the fantasy relevant news and notes from the North Queensland Cowboys. Specifically, we look at the fantasy prospects of Reuben Cotter, Reece Robson, Jack Gosiewski and Taniela Sadrugu, and deal with Rob being irregular as usual.    For more information, visit our website:  https://amateursfantasysports.com/nrl/cowboys/   Note this was recorded in mid January, and all...

In this episode we cover all the fantasy relevant preseason news and notes from the New Zealand Warriors. Specifically, we look at the fantasy prospects of Te Maire Martin, Charnze Nicol-Klokstad, Tohu Harris and Shaun Johnson, and try to work out who fired the person who designs the jerseys between the 2019 and 2020 seasons.   For more information, visit our website: https://amateursfantasysports...

In this episode we cover all the fantasy relevant preseason news and notes from the Newcastle Knights. Specifically, we look at the fantasy prospects of Daniel Saifiti, Tyson Frizell, Adam Elliott and Kalyn Ponga, and try to work out if the Sharks are going to release Lachlan Miller in time.   For more information, visit our website: https://amateursfantasysports.com/nrl/knights/   Note that this...

In this episode we cover all the fantasy relevant preseason news and notes from the Manly Sea Eagles. Specifically, we look at the fantasy prospects of Harry Grant, Cam Munster, Ryan Papenhuyzen and Jahrome Hughes, and try to work out who will be on the two edges and the forward rotation.   For more information, visit our website: https://amateursfantasysports.com/nrl/storm/   Note that this was r...

In this episode we cover all the fantasy relevant preseason news and notes from the Manly Sea Eagles. Specifically, we look at the fantasy prospects of Tom Trbojevic, Josh Schuster, Karl Lawton and Daly Cherry-Evans, and try to make sense of how the coaching change might impact their rotations.   For more information, visit our website: https://amateursfantasysports.com/nrl/manly/   Note that this...

In this episode, we cover all the fantasy relevant preseason news and notes from the Gold Coast Titans. Specifically, we look at the fantasy prospects of Jayden Campbell, Aaron Schoupp, Alexander Brimson and Erin Clark, and try to understand the enigma that is David Fifita.   For more information, visit out website: https://amateursfantasysports.com/nrl/titans/   Note that this was recorded in ear...

In this episode, we cover all the fantasy relevant preseason news and notes from the Cronulla Sharks. Specifically, we look at the fantasy Prospects of Siosifa Talakai, Teig Wilton, Cam McInnes and Nicho Hynes, and Ryan explains why he is a less enthusiastic Sharks fan these days.   For more information, visit our website:  https://amateursfantasysports.com/nrl/sharks/   Note that this was recorde...

In this episode, we cover all the fantasy relevant preseason news and notes from the Canterbury Bulldogs. Specifically, we look at the fantasy prospects of Jake Averillo, Matt Burton, Ryan Sutton and Tevita Pangai Jr, and try to make sense of the impact of the roster overall on our fantasy scores.   This was recorded before information around Hayze Perham training at fullback surfaced, for more in...

In this episode, we cover all the fantasy relevant preseason news and notes from the Canberra Raiders. Specifically, we look at the fantasy prospects of Xavier Savage, Joe Tapine, Corey Horsburgh and Jamaal Fogarty, and try to understand the enigma that is Ricky Stuart.   For more information, check out our website:  https://amateursfantasysports.com/nrl/raiders/   Note that this was recorded in e...

In this episode, we cover all the fantasy relevant preseason news and notes from the Brisbane Broncos. Specifically, we look at the fantasy prospects of Reece Walsh, Pat Carrigan, Adam Reynolds, and Corey Paix, and try to dissect the Payne Haas situation and what it means for managers.   For more information, check out our website: https://amateursfantasysports.com/nrl/broncos/     Note that this...

In part 2 of our no Fantasy talk podcast, we look at the top 10 teams in the NRL for 2023, and discuss their top 8 hopes. We somehow actually managed to dump 3 of them and put a spoon contender in the 8 - tune in to find out which one!

Welcome back Amateurs Faithful! In this completely fantasy football free episode, we look at our predicted "wooden spoon" contending teams for 2023, including roster changes, likely round 1 lineups and likely ladder finishing position. Sorry to the fans of the Warriors, Knights, Dragons, Dolphins, Titans, Sea Eagles and Tigers, it is going to be a long season 2023.