The Contest Fantasy Footy Show

The trade dilemmas keep coming, and this week there's one question dominating AFL Fantasy conversations:  what do we do with Lachie Whitfield? In this edition of  Trade Therapy , we put Whitfield on the couch and work through every option — hold, trade, or ride out the uncertainty. We examine the risks, the rewards, and what the decision means for your team structure moving forward. Beyond the...

Another massive AFL Fantasy weekend means plenty to unpack. In this episode, we dive into the biggest  hot topics  coming out of the round, breaking down the performances, role changes, surprises, and key storylines that have coaches talking. We then turn our attention to the point of difference market, identifying a range of  sneaky POD (Point of Difference) options that could separate your team...

Welcome to trade Therapy, where we help you answer your AFL Fantasy trade questions, and chat about the state of our own teams. This week, we discuss the players of the week to target in your trade plans, including Nasiah, Marshall and many more! Plus, we discuss prioritising structure versus points on field at this latter stage if the season. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7rrqcjWluFBCFuJ...

The bye rounds are finally behind us, and it's time to look back and assess the damage. In this episode, we hand out our Bye Round Report Cards , reviewing the strategies we implemented, the trades we made, and whether our plans ultimately delivered the results we were chasing. We discuss the key lessons learned, the mistakes we'd avoid next time, and the moves that helped us gain ground during on...

t's time for another session of Trade Therapy as we work through the biggest AFL Fantasy dilemmas heading into the weekend. With team announcements dropping, we react to the latest selection news, unexpected omissions, inclusions, and rookie opportunities, helping coaches navigate the chaos before lockout. We discuss the key trade decisions facing the competition, which players deserve one more ch...

n this episode, we sort the AFL Fantasy landscape into three simple categories: Buy, Hold, or Sell . We break down the players who have earned a spot in your side, those worth backing in despite recent frustrations, and the names that may have reached the end of the road. If you're wrestling with trade priorities, upgrade paths, and deciding who deserves one more chance, this episode will help...

The AFL Fantasy season waits for no one, and this week we're back on the mics for another session of Trade Therapy . In this episode, we: - React to the huge Bailey Smith late-out news and debate the big question: do you play it aggressively or take the safer route? - Work through our own trade plans heading into the round - Answer listener questions - Break down the final team selections and...

This week, we step into the Emergency Room — where AFL Fantasy teams are in critical condition and urgent decisions need to be made. We triage each line of our sides like a medical team under pressure: identifying which areas are stable , which are in need of urgent attention , and which players need to be cut immediately . From minor knocks to full‑blown emergencies, we categorise the issues shap...

This week on the AFL Fantasy podcast, we break down the big questions heading into another crucial round of trades and team selection. 🏉 We discuss what coaches should do with Archie Roberts a round before his bye with Zach Merrett confirmed to play half back. 📋 We react to team release and chat through the implications of a missing Cogs and rookie inclusions! 🔄 In Trade Therapy, we talk throug...

Instead of naming the obvious guns, we break down what we actually want our AFL Fantasy sides to look like heading into the back half of the season. From reliable premiums to the right value picks and upgrade timing, we map out the blueprint for a strong final team before diving into the key Round 14 trade targets . We cover the players rising up the priority list, potential strategy pivots, and t...

This week, we discuss what needs to happen to get our teams back on track. Kman is feeling optimistic, while Jesse is hoping his premiums begin to compete. We discuss philosophy - sideways trading versus upgrading, and the benefits of each. Plus, we answer your listener questions! Unfortunately, we were stung by team release this week, but what's AFL Fantasy without a bit of chaos? Spotify: ht...

This week, Kman is feeling under the weather, so Jesse is joined by Bails to tier rank the top trade targets of Round 13! With many coaches needing a forward, who is the right man to select between Petracca, De Goey and Jason Horne-Francis? Plus, is this the right week to jump on Jordan Dawson, or are there better options with byes still to come...? Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7rrqcjWlu...

This week on Trade Therapy, we chat through the importance of sticking with your convictions instead of chasing the crowd. With byes, looping, and late-season flexibility becoming crucial, we also tackle the growing issue of red dots and why fixing your non-playing rookies might be more important right now than sideways trading another midpricer. Plus, we answer a stack of listener questions cover...

We’ve hit the mid‑season bye rounds, and it’s time to take stock. In this episode, we review our AFL Fantasy teams line by line — but with a twist — using classic movie quotes to sum up the story of each position group. We discuss how to balance upgrades, cash generation, and player availability to navigate the byes without sacrificing points. If you’re looking to refine your structure, manage the...

This week on the podcast, it’s time for some AFL Fantasy Trade Therapy! We break down the “Big 4” trade targets dominating the fantasy landscape right now — Nick Daicos, Bailey Smith, Archie Roberts and Brodie Grundy — and tackle the big question: can you actually afford to pay up for them? We also recap our own AFL Fantasy weeks, discuss the hits, misses and lessons learned, before diving into Tr...

The bye rounds are fast approaching and trade season is heating up! In this bonus episode, The Trade Block , we break down the key Week 11 AFL Fantasy trade targets, the best downgrade options available, and which players coaches should be prioritising as trade outs before the byes hit. We also chat through a handful of premium names AFL Fantasy coaches should keep firmly on their watchlist over t...

We’re joined by Holmsey (PODPOD and Moreira’s Magic) for a deep dive into the bye rounds. In this episode, we break down bye‑round strategy from every angle : how to structure your team, common pitfalls, key planning principles, and how to adapt your strategy depending on your position. We also run through trade options, upgrade timing, and value targets , helping you put together a clear plan for...

Kman’s at the footy this week, so Jesse's called in the calvalry! This week, he's joined by Bails and Tom Hales from the AFL Fantasy Fanatics podcast for a huge edition of Trade Therapy ahead of AFL Fantasy Round 10. We work through our own trade conundrums, tackle your listener questions, and try to make sense of the chaos heading into another massive week of Fantasy. Is Nas a must trade?...

Round 9 had everything — unexpected role changes, mysterious omissions, late chaos, and just enough weirdness to get the conspiracy theories flying. In this episode, we review an action‑packed Round 9 , breaking down the moments that shaped scores, trades, and plenty of coach frustration. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7rrqcjWluFBCFuJ5VxQOTj?si=8446e5e32b5445c1 Apple Podcasts: https://podc...

Welcome back to AFL Fantasy Trade Therapy; the only place where trade rage, panic trades and upgrade dilemmas are not only accepted… they’re encouraged. This week, we spend some time tossing up between Nic Newman and Bailey Dale! get it right, you're laughin'. Get it wrong, and it's slide city. Buckle up for trade dilemmas and listener questions. 🎧 Sit back, relax and let the trade th...

May the 4th be with you - In this episode, we assess our teams using the strengths and weaknesses board , that seem to have gone viral, identifying what’s working, what’s holding us back, and where attention is needed heading into the next round. We dig into stalled rookies who may have peaked in value, discuss whether patience or action is required, and examine the latest trade targets emerging a...

Trade season is heating up and it’s time for another session of Trade Therapy ! In this episode, we break down the key AFL Fantasy targets you need to be considering right now, including Jason Horne-Francis , Hugh McCluggage , Nic Newman , and Bailey Dale — who to buy, who to fade, and who could define your season. We also dive into a full Trade Therapy segment, working through our own dilemmas li...

This week is all about finding the right rookie downgrades and reassessing trade strategy. We break down where the downgrade options sit, which cash cows are ready to move on, and where the next generation of value might come from. From there, we explore possible strategy pivots — whether it’s switching upgrade plans, changing trade priorities, or adjusting to injuries and role changes as the seas...

Lineup changes, the importance of upgrades and whether Cameron Zurharr is a good pick. Apparently we don't have merch... YOUTUBE:    / @thecontestfantasyfooty   SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7rrqcjW... WEBSITE: https://sites.google.com/view/thecontest HOSTS:Jesse: https://x.com/contestfantasy K-Man: https://x.com/kman_tcfantasy ATTRIBUTION:James W. produces our music and sometimes edi...

We have merch!! Or do we...This week we chat about strategies for upgrade season as we head into what is meant to be the fun part of the season. Time to prioritise cash gen and value picks - strap in! YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@thecontestfantasyfooty SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7rrqcjW ...WEBSITE: https://sites.google.com/view/thecont ...HOSTS:Jesse: https://x.com/contestfantasy...