Between The Arcs | AFL SuperCoach Podcast

The Between The Arcs AFL SuperCoach Podcast is brought to you by the SuperCoach Insight Network, hosted by SC Horse and the team. Your one-stop-shop for all things AFL Supercoach, bringing you multiple shows weekly to help you climb up the overall rankings and dominate your H2H leagues! https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsight Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. AFL SuperCoach 2026 Forward Tier List | Who To Pick & Who To Avoid

    7 HR AGO

    AFL SuperCoach 2026 Forward Tier List | Who To Pick & Who To Avoid

    AFL SuperCoach 2026 Forward Tier List is here. We break down the most relevant forwards for the season ahead and help you decide who to pick, who to avoid, and who could be league winners. In this episode we cover forward rankings, premium targets, value picks, breakout candidates and potential traps so you can build a stronger starting squad and gain an early edge in 2026. If you're planning your AFL SuperCoach forward line, this is the complete strategy guide you need. What we cover: • Forward tier rankings for 2026 • Must-have premiums • Mid-price value plays • Breakout candidates • Players to avoid • Forward line strategy and structure Drop your thoughts in the comments — who are your must-have forwards this year? Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy. https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsight Patreon: If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join 0:00 INTRO: The Horse x Deadly + How We’re Structuring AFL SuperCoach Forwards 2:34 FORWARD TIER LIST EXPLAINED: Must Have, Cash Gen, Good Start, Needs Luck, Avoid 2:52 JOSH RACHELE: Midfield role or forward trap? CBAs, Rankin impact 4:54 ISAAC RANKINE: Round 1 suspension, starting risk and trade-in timing 6:03 SAMMY LALOR: Year 2 breakout? Price, CBAs, cash generation case 8:45 KOZZY PICKETT: Upside vs floor, Melbourne factor, role watch 10:32 CONNOR BUDARICK: Bulldogs role, DPP angle, why it’s a gamble 11:32 DEV ROBERTSON: West Coast inside mid role, top cash gen if named 12:30 BREAKING NEWS: Matt Rowell injury update and flow-on effects 13:03 CHRISTIAN PETRACCA: Suddenly viable? CBAs spike, early matchups + early bye 15:03 JAMARRA UGLE-HAGAN: Cheap price but selection/availability concerns 16:33 LUKE DOVASTON: Cash gen profile, scoring volatility chat 17:20 CONNOR MCDONALD: Hawthorn midfield time, role reality check 18:32 Sponsor: Stromcrete (driveways, slabs, concrete) + discount mention 18:59 MUST START GREEN TIER: Harry Sheezel lock button 19:31 JOEL FREIJAH: “The Fridge” POD, CBA sample, value case 20:35 FINN MACRAE: High ownership fade, not training with A’s warning 21:11 RILEY THILTHORPE: Key forward who can break SuperCoach volatility 22:38 LEO LOMBARD: Rookie cash cow potential, role projection 23:19 LATRELL PICKETT: Rookie target? Role, CBAs, cash gen case 24:17 SAM FLANDERS: Set and forget forward line cornerstone 25:25 JACOB NEWTON: West Coast rookie, safe starter profile 26:13 BRENT DANIELS: Giants midfield opportunity with injuries, upside vs floor 27:13 BRAYDEN COOK: Adelaide role change hopes fade, current avoid 28:06 TOBIN MURRAY: Wing role, cash gen potential, risk of low scores 29:10 TODD MARSHALL: Half-back + kickouts shock, top cash gen alert 30:01 ADAM TRELOAR: Injury risk, role concerns, “needs things to go right” 30:52 SID DRAPER: Round 1 doubt, wait-and-see rookie call 31:27 MATTAES PHILIPPOU: Body risk but massive cash gen upside if fit 32:24 SAM DARCY: Top 6 forward case, structure/bye considerations 33:44 WRAP UP: Tier list recap Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min
  2. The Best AFL SuperCoach Rucks in 2026 | Must Picks, Traps and Value Plays

    1 DAY AGO

    The Best AFL SuperCoach Rucks in 2026 | Must Picks, Traps and Value Plays

    Want the edge in AFL SuperCoach 2026? Choosing the right rucks can define your entire season. In this episode, we break down the best AFL SuperCoach ruck options for 2026, including must-have picks, value targets, breakout candidates and the biggest traps to avoid. We cover ruck structure, pricing value, scoring upside, ownership trends and the players who can help you gain a serious advantage over your competition. Whether you're locking in a premium ruck combo, chasing value or looking for a POD, this guide will help you build a league-winning strategy. In this video: Best AFL SuperCoach rucks for 2026 Must pick premium options Value plays and breakout candidates Ruck traps to avoid R2 strategy and team structure advice POD ruck selections Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy. https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsight Patreon: If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join 0:00 Welcome back, footy is finally back 1:35 Sponsor shout: Yo-G Frozen Yogurt (Bendigo) 2:17 Practice match recap: Geelong key takeaways 5:03 Hawthorn takeaways: McDonald, Ward, Reeves impressed 7:52 Main topic begins: Rucks, new rules and what changes in 2026 9:44 Brody Grundy: does the early bye matter? 11:23 Mitch Edwards: reality check after practice match 12:55 Toby Nankervis: biggest loser from new ruck rules? 14:16 CDT hype: elite talent but role warning 15:08 Max Gawn: is 690k worth it in 2026? 17:30 Ned Reeves Superman game + Hawks two rucks debate 20:10 Luke Jackson: “have” status with new rules? 22:21 Tim English: back to 125+ territory? 23:15 Clip it: Jackson + English prediction and half marathon bet 24:24 Lachlan McAndrew vs ROB: Round 1 watchlist 26:12 Darcy Cameron: State of Origin ruck pick + bye factor 27:13 TDK at the Saints: massive upside but bye headache 30:14 Liam Reidy ownership: R3 must-have? 31:24 Breaking news: Sam Taylor out 4 weeks (impact) 31:50 Patreon pitch: Q&A, rankings, 1-1 support, SC rings league 33:10 Jordan Sweet: role security vs price problem 34:13 Nick Bryan: injury now, downgrade target later 35:58 Rowan Marshall: forward-only concerns and price drop watch 36:33 Tristan Xerri: can you pay up? rules impact 37:39 Wrap: rucks list recap + tell us who we missed 38:12 Practice match notes crew to follow on X 39:02 Final wrap Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    40 min
  3. AFL SuperCoach 2026 Mock Draft | Full First Round Breakdown, Draft Strategy and Must Pick Guns

    4 DAYS AGO

    AFL SuperCoach 2026 Mock Draft | Full First Round Breakdown, Draft Strategy and Must Pick Guns

    AFL SuperCoach 2026 is almost here and draft season is heating up. In this episode we run through a full First Round AFL SuperCoach Mock Draft, breaking down every single pick, explaining the strategy behind each selection and identifying the must pick guns you need to build a league winning squad. We cover: • Who deserves Pick 1 in 2026 • Safe premium selections vs high ceiling risks • Draft structure strategy for the early rounds • When to prioritise midfield depth vs key position scarcity • Potential reaches and value steals • How to set your team up for long term draft success If you are preparing for your AFL SuperCoach Draft league, this is your blueprint for Round 1. Whether you are drafting from the front, middle or back end, understanding how the first round unfolds can shape your entire season. Drop your draft position in the comments and tell us who you are targeting. Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, draft strategy, team reveals, POD watch and league winning insights throughout the 2026 season. Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy. https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsight Patreon: If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    57 min
  4. Inside Squid’s AFL SuperCoach Team | Strategy, Structure & Round 1 Decisions

    5 DAYS AGO

    Inside Squid’s AFL SuperCoach Team | Strategy, Structure & Round 1 Decisions

    In this episode, Squid breaks down his full AFL SuperCoach squad ahead of Round 1, explaining the strategy behind his structure, premium selections, mid-priced plays and cash cow setup. We dive into his captaincy plans, bye structure, POD targets and the key decisions that could shape the early rounds of the season. Is he going guns and rookies? Balanced build? Loading up on early value? Every line is analysed so you can see the reasoning behind each pick and apply it to your own team. If you’re finalising your AFL SuperCoach side, this is the blueprint you need before lockout. Drop your team structure in the comments and let us know: Who’s your biggest POD? Which premium are you fading? What’s your Round 1 captaincy plan? Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team reveals, trade targets, POD watch and league-winning strategy all season long. Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy. https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsight Patreon: If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join 00:00 Welcome Back to Between the Arcs (2026 Kick Off) 01:00 Squid’s 2025 Finish Review – Top 1% & Trade Chaos 02:40 2026 Team Reveal Begins – Blank Canvas Strategy 03:10 Cone of the Week Returns 05:00 Defensive Structure – Rosy, Dale & POD Picks 09:00 Midfield Locks – Butters, Daicos & Dunkley 13:10 League Giveaway & Patreon Bonus Announced 13:20 Ruck Strategy – Fading Xerri? Jackson & Cameron Debate 26:30 Forward Line Breakdown – Sheezel, Darcy & Value Plays 35:50 Live Q&A – Pods, Cash Cows & Season Predictions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    54 min
  5. The AFL SuperCoach Blueprint | Hurl’s Grand Plan Revealed

    6 DAYS AGO

    The AFL SuperCoach Blueprint | Hurl’s Grand Plan Revealed

    This is it. Hurl’s full AFL SuperCoach blueprint for 2026. In this episode, we break down Hurl’s complete SuperCoach strategy. Structures, premium selections, rookie balance, bye planning, cash generation targets and how he plans to navigate the season from Round 1 through to the final upgrade. This isn’t just a team reveal. It’s the thinking behind it. • How many premiums is he starting? • Where is he taking calculated risks? • What’s the plan for the early bye rounds? • Which players are stepping stones vs long-term keepers? • How aggressive is the upgrade cadence? If you’re serious about AFL SuperCoach this season, this is the type of planning that separates top 1% finishes from the pack. Drop your thoughts in the comments: Are you following a similar structure, or are you taking a completely different approach? Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy. https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsight Patreon If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join 00:00 Between the Arcs welcome 00:53 Why this is the best episode of the year (strategy over player vs player) 02:09 The Grand Plan returns (what people can expect tonight) 06:59 Hurls reads the full starting team (audio listeners get the full picture) 08:29 10 keepers vs 14 keepers debate (what is a “keeper”, really?) 11:12 Early bye “cost” math and why Hurls is going uber primo in mids 14:07 Key number to track: rookies on field (the upgrade cadence framework) 15:00 Cash gen table explained (what rookies and mid-pricers must average to make money) 20:00 The 4 million problem (why cash gen is harder than people think) 22:28 R3 trap talk: Liam Reidy, dead rookies and realistic budgeting 27:16 Upgrade targets and the end-game map (who he’s chasing and why) 29:22 Unlimited League code + prizes (free entry, cash + weekly prize) 30:30 End-game team and trade budget (20 sales, 10 regen trades, 6 corrections, 4 spare) 34:50 Ruck chaos + the stoppage drop (why rucks are the biggest fear) 37:19 Correction trades reality check (ideal 6 vs what actually happens) 41:31 Q&A time (bye points, old 20-trade era, rookies, keepers, Lawler debate) 51:23 Wrap up + tomorrow night live (Squidy return, next show plug) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    53 min
  6. Secko’s AFL SuperCoach Team Reveal | Genius Structure or Massive Risk?

    10 FEB

    Secko’s AFL SuperCoach Team Reveal | Genius Structure or Massive Risk?

    It’s time to put Secko’s AFL SuperCoach team under the microscope. In this episode, Secko walks through his full SuperCoach team reveal, explaining the structure, key selections, value picks, PODs and the calculated risks that could make, or break his season. We break down why each player is in, which picks are locked, and where the biggest danger points sit heading into Round 1. Is this a sharp, league-winning build… or a structure that could unravel early? Jump into the comments and tell us: Would you copy this team? Or tear it apart? Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy. https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsight Patreon If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join 00:00 Intro: Secko joins Between the Arcs for an AFL SuperCoach Team Reveal 01:41 What Secko actually does: price rises, break-evens, cash gen and bye planning 03:02 D1: Jack Sinclair pick explained (role, TOG, consistency numbers) 04:50 D2: Connor Rozee as a “locked” defender premium 06:04 Secko’s method: projections, removing role outliers, using 2-3 years of data 07:14 D3: Jordan Clark calf update and why Secko loves him for reliability 08:36 The “anti-Colby” confession: why McKercher still makes the team 10:13 Defensive rookies: Farrow, Sarong, and the Round 1 job security chat 14:11 Midfield core: Butters + Noah Anderson and balancing the Round 3 bye 16:24 POD mid: Isaac Heeney under 4% owned and the “wins vs losses” split 17:30 Value premium debate: Caleb Serong vs the “cookie-cutter top 8” mids 22:06 Hayden Young reality check: stepping stone, not an endgame keeper 27:45 Ruck strategy bomb: rule changes, stoppage drop, Jackson/English/Darcy Cameron 34:41 Forward line build: Schiezel + Flanders, rookies, and the Dan Annable hype train Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 9m
  7. Must-Have or Massive Trap? | AFL SuperCoach’s Most Discussed Midfielders

    9 FEB

    Must-Have or Massive Trap? | AFL SuperCoach’s Most Discussed Midfielders

    Everyone’s talking about them… but should you actually be starting them? In this episode, we break down the most discussed midfielders in AFL SuperCoach and put them under the microscope. Role changes, time on ground, scoring trends, injury risk, value vs upside — we cover it all to help you decide who’s a genuine must-have and who could sink your season as a massive trap. This is a must-watch for anyone finalising their preseason structure or looking for an edge before Round 1. Jump into the comments below and let us know: Which midfielder are you locking in? And who are you avoiding at all costs? Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy. https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsight Patreon If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts. Join here: https://www.patreon.com/12428569/join 00:00 – Welcome Back to Between the Arcs Intro, banter, and what the episode will cover 01:05 – How This Midfield Tier List Works 25 most relevant midfielders, not just the best 01:54 – Zach Butters: Top Scorer After Month One? Why Butters could be the No.1 SuperCoach player 02:55 – Jagger Smith: Must-Have Rookie Midfielder Elite cash generation, Rising Star favourite 04:04 – Dyson Sharp: Safe Cash Generator? Essendon role, midfield rotation, scoring floor 05:00 – Will Brodie: Opportunity or Trap? Round 1 relevance and Olly Wines impact 06:17 – Hayden Young: Points Per Minute Machine Injury risk vs price value debate 07:15 – Willem Duursma: Draft Pick Watch Role concerns and rookie pricing discussion 08:13 – Darcy Parish: Flying Under the Radar Injury history, upside, and value at price 09:17 – Nick Daicos: Early Red Flags? Calf concerns, early bye, and start vs trade-in 10:40 – Errol Gulden: Wing Role That Scores Underpriced? Gulden vs Heeney debate 11:52 – Patreon Plug & League Giveaway Unlimited league details and Patreon benefits 13:15 – Josh Smillie: Injury Risk Rookie Watch Cash generation potential vs durability concerns 14:32 – Marcus Bontempelli: The SuperCoach King Is Bont worth starting at 700k? 16:19 – Patrick Retschko: Rookie Wing Smokey Elite running, role security, cash potential 18:13 – Finn Callaghan: Rolls Royce Midfielder Breakout season incoming? 19:23 – Harley Reid: Breakout Year or Watchlist? Midfield role, scoring ceiling, value debate 21:29 – Noah Anderson: Ceiling vs Consistency Gold Coast structure and early fixture boost 23:18 – Caleb Serong vs Andrew Brayshaw Which Freo mid do you pick? 24:27 – Sam Cumming & Sammy “Grill” Richmond rookies, role certainty, Round 1 chances 26:13 – Dan Annable: Brisbane Rookie Watch Midfield depth issues and selection risk 27:27 – Sam Walsh: Bounce-Back Candidate? Injury history, role, and value at price 29:17 – Tanner Bruhn: Inside Mid or Bust Role volatility warning 30:55 – Jack Carroll: Defensive Role Surprise Saints role change creates value 31:47 – Jordan Dawson: Safe or Overpriced? No early bye but limited upside? 33:01 – Jack Steele: Underrated or Avoid? Why Steele sits in no-man’s land 34:02 – Bailey Smith: Same Output Again? Role, early bye, and SuperCoach ceiling 35:01 – Harvey Langford: Second-Year Breakout? Melbourne midfield opportunity opens up 37:57 – Clayton Oliver at GWS Impact on Tom Green and Finn Callaghan 39:05 – Jason Horne-Francis: Avoid Zone Consistency concerns and no DPP 39:45 – George Hewett: Ultimate POD? Top-8 mid at 0.3% ownership 41:43 – Matt Rowell: Start or Fade? Rule changes and Gold Coast midfield dynamics 43:09 – Tier List Summary & Final Categories Must-haves, cash cows, avoids, and traps Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min

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The Between The Arcs AFL SuperCoach Podcast is brought to you by the SuperCoach Insight Network, hosted by SC Horse and the team. Your one-stop-shop for all things AFL Supercoach, bringing you multiple shows weekly to help you climb up the overall rankings and dominate your H2H leagues! https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsight Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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