The Contest Fantasy Footy Show

With two forward line injuries (three after Miers!), a Zorko calf, and plenty of under-performing players, everybody wants to know: which forward should we be trading in this week? We're joined by Bails from the AFL Fantasy Fanatics to tier list the forward options in Round 6 to help you decide who to trade in this week. We also answer listener questions in Trade Therapy. YOUTUBE: https://www....

Just when teams were starting to settle, the injury curse has struck again. In this episode, we break down the latest injury crisis news across the competition and what it means for AFL Fantasy coaches — especially in the forward line , where options are tricky. We discuss who is a forced trade , who can be held, and which forward targets now shape as the best replacement options based on role, va...

Trust your gut… or drop your guts! This week, we dive into the chaos of AFL Fantasy decision-making and ask the big question: when should you back your instincts, and when are they leading you straight into disaster? We chat about the importance of trusting your gut, why overthinking can ruin a perfectly good trade, and how sometimes your first call is your best call. But it’s not all stress and s...

In this episode, we go full confessional, owning our hits, our misses, and the decisions that didn’t quite land. We review the key Round 3 takeaways before zeroing in on the big question facing fantasy coaches everywhere: what do you do with Tim English? YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@thecontestfantasyfooty WEBSITE: https://sites.google.com/view/thecontestfantasyfooty/redraft/rankings?authuser=...

This week on The Contest, we discuss trade priorities and the ruck carnage that has torn the competition apart. We hold a trade therapy session for the ages and answer your listener questions. YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@thecontestfantasyfooty WEBSITE: https://sites.google.com/view/thecontestfantasyfooty/redraft/rankings?authuser=0 HOSTS: Jesse: https://x.com/contestfantasy K-Man: https://x....

Round 3 is in the books and the fantasy landscape is already shifting. In this episode, we review the key Round 3 performances, and identify the new value options that have now emerged across the competition. We discuss which early picks have done their job — and which ones haven’t — before diving into trade‑out priorities , upgrade and downgrade targets, and the best ways to reshape your team as...

This week we explore the concept of 'value' and what it means in 2026. Is value all about cash generation? Does inherent value come from just having the best guy? This week, coaches re looking to upgrade all the way to the top with names like Nick Daicos and Dayne Zorko topping the popular trade target list. So, the question becomes: being so overpriced, are they truly good options, or do...

Sorry — we had some tech issues during our Around the Grounds injury list. This week, we step into full triage mode as we assess the mounting injuries coming out of Round 2 and outline clear contingency plans for every major fantasy‑relevant casualty. We break down who needs to be traded immediately, who can be covered with depth, and which emerging options can stabilise your squad before the next...

Tackling questions of all kinds; our own, and yours! Which Adelaide Crow to prioritise? Which rookie is right? Which trade do we make first? Is dessert an every night thing?! YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@thecontestfantasyfooty WEBSITE: https://sites.google.com/view/thecontestfantasyfooty/redraft/rankings?authuser=0 HOSTS: Jesse: https://x.com/contestfantasy K-Man: https://x.com/kman_tcfantasy...

We break down the biggest storylines from Round 1 — including standout rookie performances like Sam Grlj’s debut —we shift into the crucial Round 2 fix‑up trades: which rookies to correct to, which underperformers to move on, and the key early role changes that help set up your season. YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@thecontestfantasyfooty WEBSITE: https://sites.google.com/view/thecontestfantasy...

The Opening Round has given us our first real look at roles, rookies, CBAs and team trends and now it’s time for the moment everyone’s been waiting for: TEAM REVEALS! Kman reveals his locks, his questions, and his team for AFL Fantasy in 2026. YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@thecontestfantasyfooty WEBSITE: https://sites.google.com/view/thecontestfantasyfooty/redraft/rankings?authuser=0 HOSTS: Je...

The Opening Round has given us our first real look at roles, rookies, CBAs and team trends — and now it’s time for the moment everyone’s been waiting for: Jesse reveals his full Round 1 AFL Fantasy team. YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@thecontestfantasyfooty WEBSITE: https://sites.google.com/view/thecontestfantasyfooty/redraft/rankings?authuser=0 HOSTS: Jesse: https://x.com/contestfantasy K-Man:...

The redraft preseason is done and dusted. We take you through the ups and downs of our redraft home league, as well as delve into season-long redraft strategy to keep you and your league mates engaged. YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@thecontestfantasyfooty WEBSITE: https://sites.google.com/view/thecontestfantasyfooty/redraft/rankings?authuser=0 HOSTS: Jesse: https://x.com/contestfantasy K-Man: h...

Opening Round is almost here, and it’s time to confront the toughest decisions in our starting squads. In this episode of The Contest Fantasy Footy Show , we break down the most challenging picks heading into Round 1 — the players who keep us up at night, the roles we’re still unsure about, and the picks that could make or break the early season. YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@thecontestfantasy...

This week we react to the practice matches! Rookies, Rucks and Mid Pricers...who are the players we need to watch ahead of the 2026 AFL Fantasy season? Also, a bonus Fantasy Fights! This time, a cage match between four preseason bolters. YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@thecontestfantasyfooty WEBSITE: https://sites.google.com/view/thecontestfantasyfooty/redraft/rankings?authuser=0 HOSTS: Jesse: h...

This week we're joined by @TheDraftBible and the legendary @BailsDT! The four of us go head to head in a public mock draft giving our analysis for every selection. YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@thecontestfantasyfooty WEBSITE: https://sites.google.com/view/thecontestfantasyfooty/redraft/rankings?authuser=0 HOSTS: Jesse: https://x.com/contestfantasy K-Man: https://x.com/kman_tcfantasy ATTRIBUTIO...

In this episode, we dive deep into the AFL’s rookie landscape and unpack the hype of first‑year players. Using three years of curated data, we break down the patterns behind rookie selection, the traps we keep falling into, and the surprising trends hiding beneath the surface. We challenge the overuse of first‑year rookies, explore why they’re more volatile than people realise, and highlight which...

This week on we go head to head in our first mock draft of MOCK DRAFT SZN! Things don't go to plan in our first mock draft of the season. Tune in for the fun, and the post-mock analysis, where we explore what we did right, and what we did wrong. YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@thecontestfantasyfooty WEBSITE: https://sites.google.com/view/thecontestfantasyfooty/redraft/rankings?authuser=0 HOS...

The gloves are off this week on The Contest Fantasy Footy Show as we kick off another fiery instalment of Fantasy Fights — this time diving deep into our 2026 Breakout Players . But that’s not all… We finish with a cheeky team reveal , taking you inside our current Classic builds, structure debates, and the early‑season risks we’re willing (or unwilling) to take. YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@...

We round out our redraft rankings series with the ruck line. What impact will the change to ruck rules have on the Big Four? How early can you go on Ruckmen in redraft? What should you do when a ruck run starts? We cover it all. YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@thecontestfantasyfooty WEBSITE: https://sites.google.com/view/thecontestfantasyfooty/redraft/rankings?authuser=0 HOSTS: Jesse: https://x....

In this episode of The Contest Fantasy Footy Show , we break down one of the trickiest — but most rewarding — parts of AFL Fantasy strategy: value mid‑priced players . We dig into the mid‑range options that could explode in 2026, identify the traps hiding in plain sight, and highlight the role and scoring trends that separate real value from fool’s gold. WEBSITE: https://sites.google.com/view/thec...

Top 50 midfield rankings; the most fun redraft show! We chat ranks, tiers, hot takes, and players we want to reach for to make sure we secure on draft night with special guest Matt from @TheDraftBible. GUEST: Matt: https://x.com/TheDraftBible YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@thecontestfantasyfooty WEBSITE: https://sites.google.com/view/thecontestfantasyfooty/redraft/rankings?authuser=0 HOSTS: Jes...

We’re back with another jam‑packed episode of The Contest Fantasy Footy Show , where we take you around the grounds to break down the big fantasy talking points from the track. This week also marks the return of Fantasy Fights , where we go head‑to‑head on our underpriced premium starting options. Drop us a comment on who won each round. WEBSITE: https://sites.google.com/view/thecontestfantasyfoot...

We chat through our top 50 redraft rankings and tiers for the wildest forward line in years! YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@thecontestfantasyfooty WEBSITE: https://sites.google.com/view/thecontestfantasyfooty/redraft/rankings?authuser=0 HOSTS: Jesse on X: @contestfantasy - https://x.com/contestfantasy K-Man on X: @kman_tcfantasy - https://x.com/kman_tcfantasy ATTRIBUTION: James W. produces our...

We decided to breakdown our tips and tricks for dominating draft night. From 'Zero Forward' to 'Late Round Upside', we've got you covered in this one. WEBSITE: https://sites.google.com/view/thecontestfantasyfooty/redraft/rankings?authuser=0 HOSTS: Jesse on X: @contestfantasy - https://x.com/contestfantasy K-Man on X: @kman_tcfantasy - https://x.com/kman_tcfantasy ATTRIBUTION: James W. produces our...