The ESPN Footy Podcast

This week, the team looks at the Premiership Standards report to see which teams are nailing the key stats. Plus, we dissect Ross Lyon's press conference and dive into the Saints' start to the year, and look at the best milestone games ever after Nick Daicos' Thursday night masterclass. Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. 00:00 - Intro and...

This week on Red Time, JB and Coxy unpack Zak Butters’ report for ‘abusive’ language, question whether the top end of the ladder is already set in stone, dive into Andrew McQualter’s comments about Harley Reid’s disciplinary issues, and bemoan Friday night double headers. Plus, the WILD stat out of Gather Round, Jack Higgins has changed his tune, and much more! 01:48 - Players need to be more care...

This week on Red Time, JB and Coxy discuss the idea of the AFL banning the high mark due to concussion fears, the potential for contact training limits, Chris Scott’s Wildcard Round criticism, and ponder whether the traditional ‘Big 4’ clubs no longer are. Plus, the state Gather Round should head to next, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, the team dives into what’s changed at Melbourne under Steven King and the staggering numbers behind their start to the season. Plus, the things you may have missed from a wild Easter Monday contest, why teams are coughing up big margins more than we’ve seen before, and was Clarko out of line? Join Jarryd Barca, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast....

This week on Red Time, JB and Coxy discuss Port Adelaide’s refusal to say ‘rebuild’, question whether the traditional rebuild is dead, and ask just how hard it really is to play four full quarters of footy. The boys also dive into player responsibility around head knocks and whether players are too ‘tough’ for their own good, and unpack the AFL’s score review process and how it can be fixed. Plus,...

This week, the team dives into Carlton's issues and try to pinpoint a root cause. Plus, they look at why the Eagles are competitive, why the Crows can't put up big scores, and identify the rucks and teams who get 'sharked' the most. Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. 00:00 Intro and Something Yout Noticed 05:15 The Blues' big problems 16:1...

This week on Red Time, JB and Coxy unpack where the taunting line is, the recent rise of player-fan interaction, and coaches calling out their players publicly. The boys also debate the ideal Grand Final start time, discuss footy’s most unbreakable record, and what Tassie’s stadium delay might mean for player acquisition. Plus, do they prefer countdown clocks, or count-up clocks?  Learn more about...

This week, the team looks at Essendon's awful start to the year, and heap praise on the young Eagles for their win over North. Plus, TDK's bad day out, the hamstring epidemic, and the Bulldogs keep ticking the boxes. Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. 00:00 Intro and Something You Noticed 06:15 Fixture is a mess 14:20 Hamstring epidemic 20...

This week on Red Time, JB and Coxy weigh in on Collingwood’s forward line struggles, question the AFL’s “useless” interchange cap, and explain why the Scott Pendlebury Tribunal call is “dangerous for the sport”. Plus, are North back? And why on earth are West Coast playing a game at 9:30am!? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Christian looks at how footy is as quick as it's ever been, and we look at the 0-2 teams, Brisbane and St Kilda? Plus, Opening Round has to end, did the AFL overreach with 'fully ticketed' games, and is the Bulldogs' attacking diversity sustainable? 00:00 - Intro and Something You Noticed 09:05 - Speed of ball movement update - she's fast! 15:55 - The 0-2 teams, should we worry about th...

Red Time is back for 2026! JB and Coxy kick off the season by unpacking the former Pie’s offseason move to Freo and his first impressions of a side most expect to contend. The pair also debate the new ruck rules, Opening Round overreactions, players snapping around the body from easy set shots, 50-metre penalties being too harsh, and plenty more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi...

This week, we dissect each of the Opening Round games, with a reason to be worried for a few teams. Plus, Nick vs. Nas unpacked, crazy stats for Christian Petracca and Ed Richards, and how teams are using the '23rd man'. Join Matt Walsh, Jarryd Barca, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's our first show of the year, and we're unveiling the new stats Champion Data will be capturing in 2026. Plus, our bold preseason calls, teams we're 'bullish and bearish' on, and Jake counts down his 10 players ahead of the new season. Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. 00:00 - Intro 02:25 - Something we noticed from preseason 08:30 - W...

ESPN's AFL Draft expert Jasper Chellappah joins the team to take a look at the 2025 draft crop. We take a look at each club's draft hand, and preview all the big prospects ahead of the big day. Wanna hear about the top prospects? Listen to the analysis on Richmond, West Coast, Essendon, and Melbourne! Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Jasper Chellappah on the ESPN Footy Podcast. 00:00 Intro 07:1...

Brisbane have gone back-to-back! We analyse how the Lions ran away with the 2025 Grand Final, discuss the Norm Smith Medal voting, look at what went wrong for Geelong, and give Lachie Neale some very big praise ... PLUS a whole lot more! Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode, JB and Coxy go head-to-head on whether umpires should keep control of Brownlow Medal voting after a string of controversial results from Monday night. They also look back on Collingwood’s prelim loss, including Mason’s fiery run-in with Dayne Zorko that ended in a $5,000 fine for the Lions veteran. Plus, the boys dive into some key player stats ahead of the Grand Final, deb...

This week, we review the two preliminary finals and grade the seasons of Hawthorn and Collingwood, plus take an early look at this week's AFL Grand Final -- how can the Cats and the Lions get the job done? Plus, the MRO needs to fix dangerous tackles, Mark of the Year chat, Patrick Dangerfield, Lachie Neale, and more! Join Matt Walsh, Jarryd Barca, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Fo...

Champion Data's secret formula, Jake's magical spreadsheet, and a whole lot more! It's our Brownlow special, so get out your pen and pads... Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode, JB and Coxy take a trip down memory lane and recall some famous preliminary final moments, while they also look ahead to this weekend’s two HUGE matches. Plus, does the AFL have an equalisation problem? Are the Bombers better off without Zach Merrett? Will Tassie even happen? And the most underrated small forward of the modern era is… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

This week, we break down what went wrong for the Crows against the Hawks, explore how the Lions dismantled the Suns, and look ahead to two massive preliminary finals. Plus, a Mr. September update, State of Origin, and more! Join Matt Walsh, Jarryd Barca, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode, JB and Coxy break down Collingwood’s qualifying final win and how they’re approaching the week off, as well as the latest on Bobby Hill and Jeremy Howe. The boys also debate whether players should be fined $10,000 for flopping, the AFL’s looming last disposal rule change, and why the cashed-up Saints simply MUST play finals in 2026. Plus, why Coxy thinks tagging is “boring”...

This week, we review all four finals from a hectic week of September action, and look ahead to the two semifinals. Can we make a case for a straights sets exit? Who is Champion Data's new Mr. September? And why are airlines and the broadcasters in the gun? Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastch...

On this week’s episode, JB and Coxy debate the biggest topics ahead of the first week of finals, including trade speculation bubbling during finals, whether we’ll see another elimination finalist win a premiership, and if non-Victorian dominance in this year’s final eight is good for the game. Plus, why the AFL shouldn’t be concerned about the clear divide in this season’s ladder, some stats to wa...

This week, we revisit the premiership standards for every finalist, and Jake gives each club a percentage chance of winning the flag. Plus we preview all four finals and name the X-factor to watch for each team! Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s a bye week, but there’s still plenty to unpack on Red Time. JB and Coxy dive into Harley Reid’s huge decision to stay loyal to West Coast, what Oscar Allen’s looming move says about free agency, and the biggest All-Australian snubs. Plus, they debate which non-finalists will rise or fall in 2026, and the merits and importance of the pre-finals bye.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po...