NRL Fantasy Amateurs: Recent Episodes
The Fantasy Amateurs
Just guys providing NRL Fantasy Football Content. Maybe we know what we are talking about, maybe we don’t. You will need to work out if the name is ironic.
Some fun late season PODs appear for those with trades
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The boys wrap up the first week of H2H finals in a week full of upsets and comebacks
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H2H finals get underway as we get closer to the finish line. The Tigers bye will an ill fated Couchman absence makes the battle of attrition all the much harder with trades at a premium.
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Another week another Nicho master class as he notches up his 3rd century in 4 weeks
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Another week of high profile injuries have a lot of coaches limping to the finish line as the keeper well dries up
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Round 21 is in the books with some absolute monster individual and team scores. How did you fare?
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With Herbie on bye and Tallis Duncan injured but getting DPP, many coaches are still in the market for a centre this week as we head into round 21. With only 6 rounds to go and trades running low, how many ranks can you make up?
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A bad week to be an achilles. Austo and Bilo wrap up a mixed week with plenty of high profile injuries and suspensions.
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With the bye rounds in the rear view, its full send on gunning up and there is an obvious purchase on the top of everyones Christmas list, though buys are plentiful this week as teams look for an edge on the run home.
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Austo wraps up the week that was in round 19 with extra trades beckoning on the horizon
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The major byes are done but with 1 more minor bye round to go, coaches are hunting for edges on the eve of Origin 3
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The major bye rounds are in the books and the boys wrap up the week that was as we head into the home stretch
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Fantasy coaches are in the weeds this week as the Amateurs discuss the poopers available at the CTR/WFB positions you may want to stain your fantasy squads with this week in search of a few ranks, or is it better to keep your shoes clean and fight another day?
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Origin 3 teams are announced and another week of fantasy is done, with disappointment falling in a number of areas including a surprise inclusion on the wing for the Blues ruining plenty of teams bye planning and concussions/injuries ruling key players out.
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The majority of the major and minor byes are now done, with only 1 of each remaining. Injury tolls are hitting teams with fantasy options popping up, and some early season fantasy guns are returning from injury, but do you need to take advantage this week?
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Austin and Bilent join together to look at the results from Round 16, with the boys feeling the pain of some bad start/sit decisions.
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Another week of 13 players as we sweat the Origin back ups with a few big names lurking the reserves this week. Ryan & the kiwi duo of Rob and Sammy run through the week.
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A challenging round 15 comes to an end, with a popular buy going down to a (potentially) season ending injury while a struggling fringe gun turned it on for those that have held the faith.
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Major bye #2 is here as coaches scramble for an acceptable option at the WFB or CTR positions. Will you be taking a player, or just running short this week?
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The halfway mark of the NRL fantasy season is done and the climb to the top of the mountain is upon us. Who succeeded and who failed? You already know, but we discuss it anyway
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Major and Minor byes 1/3 are over and teams now prepare to move into the round 15/16 bye round segment, with injuries and a last of inspiring buy options dominating the landscape.
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With quality over quantity usually the big issue in these rounds, some guns come in clutch while others not so much. Hey cool, that rhymed.
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With the first major bye on the books, we head into Origin 1 and the minor bye rounds as coaches pile into the Tigers players with their tremendous availability... is there anyone else they should be looking at though?
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A mixed bag of a round with Austo and Sammy breaking down the first major bye round
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With the first round of major bye rounds upon us, fantasy coaches scramble for options at the WFB and CTR positions as a (former?) fantasy gun returns from injury.
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Magic round AKA dad schoolies is over and the Origin period begins with Mark and Austin looking at the fantasy implications of the round 11 fantasy performances and origin team selections.
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One week out from origin, we discuss the delicate balance between schedule awareness and bye planning and our favourite magic tricks as we head into magic round.
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Mark jumps in for a random sunday summary with Sammy as the boys look at the round 10 results with a mixed bag of elite scoring mixed with some absolute trebuchet action from the Broncos MID players. Bring on magic round baby!
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The Warriors bye invites one of the more chill TLT's of the year, with coach Hannay offering fantasy coaches some delicious candy from the back of his van. Do we trust him?
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What goes up must come down, and that includes fantasy scores as Round 9 serves up a steaming bowl of bog average fantasy performances as we near the Origin period.
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Apologies to the listeners, we had some sporadic audio issues that we tried to fix up through editing but some parts of the podcast are going to be tough carries out of our own end! In this episode, we cast our eye to round 12, specifically relating to how best to plan (or not plan) for the bye weeks, and whether that option you are thinking of this week is a good purchase or just suboptimal cover that you may want to avoid.
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Some absolute monster scores this week, with one Amateur cracking the 1200 barrier as he continues his rise to fantasy glory, while injuries and underperformances are still heavily featured for relevant options.
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Where everything is made up and the points don't matter... NRL Fantasy 2026! Another week of red dots and max trading to keep the cash flowing, it will settle down soon, right?
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The highest of highs as we get our first centurions of the 2026 season while the lows get lower as soft tissue injuries run rampant in round full for unfortunately timed late outs.
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Round 7 already... wow. Magic round and Origin are just around the corner as we unpack another TLT with some key injuries and fantasy relevant player returning.
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A JC & Kini master class ends another rollercoaster round
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5 rounds down and 1 more week until we get access to 3 trades per week, has anyone not max traded every week?
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The boys ride the Twallercoaster after another wild round
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We have 17 green dots again and it's time to make progress. Ryan, Austin & Rob dive into all the Round 5 news.
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How much worse can it get? Sometimes when you think you've hit rock bottom, you've only stopped to change drill bits. Austo & Sammy wrap a red dot filled round 4.
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We didn't want those green dots anyway.
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A chaotic end to Round 3 leaves the red dots piling up for what's going to be a tricky Round 4. Austo & Bilent break down all the carnage.
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Back again, with injuries to Brown and Ponga and other players underperforming, and the cheapies going gangbusters, it is more strategy, team composition and the right type of risk for the Amateurs in round 3.
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SORRY WRONG FILE!! Round 2 is in the books with another high scoring round propped up by keeper level scoring from the cheapies. Ranks are volatile and cash is flowing in, can you get the strategy right and keep up?
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With cheapies Noah Martin, Moses Leo, Ryan Couchman, Ativalu Lisati and others firming as "must haves" and some preseason favourites slow out of the blocks, coaches are scrambling to get their start/sit and trades right for round 1 - have no fear, the Amateurs are here to point you in the right direction.
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The sunday crew of Austin and Bilent are back to discuss the mixed bag that was round 1, 2026 with some players and coaches going BOOM while others have... no shortage of options for players to sell. Turns out 940 in round 1 isn't even good enough for a top 10k rank, what have the game makers done?!
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With Round 1A in the books and Round 1B team lists out, the boys examine the (shorter but still extensive) list of players you might consider for your fantasy team in round 1, with half a mind to getting in some strong performers from the first two games and the risks you might take knowing you might pull the rip cord on 2 trades heading into round 2.
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We are finally out of the preseason and into the season, with tonnes of fantasy relevant players named including Ponga, Marzhew, Brown, Mooney, McEwen, Drinkwater, Chester, Dearden, Mahoney, Luki, Galvin, Hayward, Tu, Atkinson, Couchman x2 and Stewart - How many can you fit into your team?
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There are currently 38 players that are sitting at over 10% ownership in NRL fantasy 2026, but a whopping 21 of them fall into the DUD category for the Amateurs. Do you own one of them? You will have to listen to find out...
Players discussed: Haas, Fifita, Smith, Faalogo, Lisati, Mooney, Makasini, Fale, Sanders, Walsh, Moses, Brown, Cleary, Patston, Mclean, Luki, Mahoney, Grant, Farnworth, Chester, Hayward, Stewart, Yeo, Kiraz, Gray, McEwen, Halasima, Bai, Couchman, Fa'asuamaleaui, Cobbo, Kini, Colquhoun, Purdue, Katoa, Doueihi, Couchman and Pezet.
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Once again we find ourselves with a blend of serious and unserious coaches, with some coaches happy to park their Ethan S. ferraris and troll fantasy coaches with a third Ethan in the halves, while others trot out what is obviously a round 1 team list (or close to it). We unveil what we are looking for in these trial matches, and a surprise elite gun dual centre/wing fullback option we are looking at for round 1 if the chips fall his way.
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Some serious and some unserious team lists for the first full round of trials, as coaches do their best to send the fantasy community into a panic. We try to work out whats relevant and whats not, and intern Sammy gives us the low down on the most important question on all our minds.. what exactly do sheep eat?
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Round 1 of the Trials sees the Bulldogs (reserve grade), Cowboys, Dragons and Knights face off, with the latter 3 teams deciding to use the opportunity to test out combinations, get some miles in the legs, and decide on some final roster spots. What has been revealed by the team lists, and what is yet to be answered? Tune in to find out...
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The final episode of our early preseason series, the keeper possibles series sees us check out some less popular keeper options you may want to consider starting with, including a few elite gun WFBs and some former guns.
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Episode 5 of the year sees us tackle the "keeper" level players, that is players that are more than 600k that we might be considering for our fantasy teams in 2026 - including popular captaincy selection Payne Haas and former rule number 1 Nathan Cleary.
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As with the cheapies, the mid range also offers a variety of "possibles" options, where their range of outcomes is wide or their role uncertain, hence why they have landed in that spot. If you pick one of these players and they pop off, they are likely a great point of difference option. If they don't, you will find yourself trading them sooner rather than later. Can you pick the right one?
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The mid range often makes or breaks an NRL fantasy start of the year, and 2026 should be no different with options coming out our eyeballs at a variety of price points in a range of positions. Can you identify the right type of risks? If not, don't worry, we have you covered!
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We are back with part 2 of our "cash cows" analysis, where we look at the riskier and/or less secure and/or less obvious cash cow options, but that doesn't mean they won't be good money makers if the role lands the right way in 2026. Getting the right cash cows in your team is essential, so don't miss these niche ones.
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Everyone, and we mean everyone, who plays NRL fantasy LOVES a cash cow, and 2026 is chock-a-block full of potential cash cows you might want for your fantasy team. We discuss the 11 players we think are pretty safely locked into their role for 2026, and their potential to earn a spot in your 21 man squad.
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Well folks, thats all for another year of NRL fantasy. We wrap up the year for the standard followers, but for the GFOTS we still have a lot more to come!
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Audio issues galore in the last podcast of the year sees Mark record an impromptu short podcast for those looking to lock in their final decisions of the week. We will try to record one tonight, but may not be able to, so wanted to at least get you this.
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Like marathon runners approaching the finish, Fantasy coaches struggle to drag themselves over the line of a brutal 2025 season full of injuries. Where will you finish?
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With trades at a premium, we have some last minute advice on spending your last few wisely, and the best possible buy options in a very thin week for those with the last few trades.
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Well that definitely was a round of football.
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With Rob unavailable, 2024 third place finisher Peter jumps in to give us his thoughts on the best tactics for the last three weeks of the year. Its time to gun up or go home, and make those last few trades count.
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Walsh & Drinkwater dominate as we wrap up the round that was with big scores on the board as the march towards the finish continues
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Back again with a popular segment, we look at the absent Raiders along with a number of other fringe options to see if they are swift as a coursing river or if we should make a man out of them! Also we pick a few surprising options out of the bag for you if you are bored with the conventional options.
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Poo slinger doesnt quite cover this round, as we get out the trebuchets and get ready to sling it in bulk in yet another wet round of NRL with suboptimal fantasy scoring as the norm with few exceptions.
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If you want to skip the NRL Fantasy power ups chat, skip from 26min 30sec to 41min 50 sec
The crew is back on deck, talking all things NRL Fantasy post Round 23 TLT, including best positional replacements for Yeo and Herbie, and how to best spend your last few trades in the run home.
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Mark and Rob chop up a particularly soggy round 22 of the NRL, with guns (just for something different) going down injured and/or failing to provide fantasy points for the post part, with a few exceptional PODs providing elite scoring for us just enough to keep us interested until the end!
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With Hughes down for the year, some value opens up at the Storm but is that the right place to invest your money? We also look at the concept of VORP (value over replacement player) - basically whether byes and potential resting would incline you to buy or sell certain players due to the quality of your EMG depth.
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After years of podcasting, Rob finally hosts his first ever NRL Fantasy Amateurs podcast as the all Wahs team of Rob and Bilent look at a wild round 21 of scores, with some big guns firing - and also the players did well too!
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With Cleary, Yeo and Haas the obvious buys this week Mark, Ryan and our favourite Wahs fan Bilent look for some diamonds in the rough to solve any price point issues you might have (unless of course you just like PODs, but do you?)
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Ryan & Rob wrap up all the action from round 20 with the high profile injuries seemingly never ending.
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With the byes in the rear vision mirror, we are all excited to finally get all our fantasy guns on the park.. right?! In all seriousness, we help you deal with the surprisingly rough round 20 TLT, including the best buys and sells in all positions and the best way forward.
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Austo & Bilent say goodbye to the bye rounds as we prepare for the run home and some more trades to spend this week!
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The major byes are done, and the final minor bye is upon us, with the biggest issue facing most fantasy coaches being oversubscription in certain positions, start/sit and looping decisions, so the Amateurs take you through that along with the buys, holds and sells as normal.
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2ND UPLOAD - VOLUME ISSUES FIXED, STILL A BIT CRACKLY FROM ROB SORRY!
An all Wahs sunday edition, with Rob and Bilent discussing the news from the weekend that was our last major bye round.
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The last major bye round is here, and with the unexpected absence of Jacob Kiraz and Reece Walsh, along with injuries to key options like Toby Couchman coaches are scrambling for options, so Mark and Ryan cover the basics and hopefully steer you in the right direction.
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Like a freight train straight from hell, the fantasy gods exacted their wrath on an unwitting playership, striking down players with injuries and destroying false captaincy options like the malevolent gods they are. Luckily, Austin and Bilent are here to help you through the madness as we look to the last major bye round and Origin 3: The Decider.
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With Ryan off on holidays after a big season so far, Rob and Mark catch up with Peter Jessup AKA Less Ethical Fantasy (3rd place finish, 2024) to discuss the injury chaos, best ways forward for the last few bye rounds and trade preservation strategy.
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Better late than never, after failed audio on the first attempt from Mark and Bilent sees the normal team back at the helm to look at all the round 16 action as we head into the home stretch of the big bye rounds!
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The second major bye is done, and a 230k option with a familiar surname rises as a cashout for coaches, plus we get some good news on an elite gun and finish up with byes for the Storm - but do they have genuine fantasy options?
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Austin & Bilent run through all the action from a roller coaster major bye round featuring the WFB lows of Drinkwater and Sharpe and the dizzying highs of an unexpected hero.
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The second major bye round is here and with teams searching for their final green dots for the week, Mark & Ryan break down all the latest team news and give their thoughts on the Maroons team selections.
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Origin 2 squads are out and we have had a kick in the gonads with Matt Burton being named as 18th man for NSW, capping off a frustrating week for many coaches with a few low scores from popular options.
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As we reach the midpoint of the year, the boys tackle some tough follower submitted questions on players and tactics around bye planning, dealing with origin player injuries and restings, cash cows vs mid range bye covers and much more.
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A round of big scores, looping and always picking the wrong centre. Austin and Bilo run through all the notable action for round 13.
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With Origin 1 almost in the books, our focus turns to the aftermath and round 13, where we only have to start 13 players so the week becomes about tough start/sit decisions, captaincy, utilising the loophole strategy and gunning up.
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Despite Austins best efforts to lose the podcast, IT skills have prevailed and we can present to you the "almost lost podcast" where Mark and Austin chop up the action from the first major bye round as we steam towards Origin 1 and the first minor bye week TLT.
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The State of Origin period is finally here, and with only 5 games (10 teams) and 13 players needed for fantasy, a different set of challenges present for fantasy coaches and the boys help to unpack the options for us to look at this week.
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Austin & Bilo are back to wrap a chaotic injury filled week in the NRL. Bye planning well and truly put to the test heading into the first major bye round of the season.
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State of Origin time is coming like a fast train, and we tackle the last TLT until we have teams announced, including what to do with Toby Couchman and other sells, and who are the best buys of the week.
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Austin is out, but have no fear Mark is here with Bilent to discuss all the results from Round 10 of NRL Fantasy AKA the week of comebacks in the NRL, including some big scores and some not so big scores.
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Mark is BACK. The boys discuss what is maybe the best TLT of the year with high profile returns from injury in a week where we needed it most.
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With a monster week in the bag for fantasy coaches including some 1200+ scores, Austin and Bilent chop up the fantasy winners and losers as we head into a tough Roosters bye week.
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Ryan, Rob & James discuss another roller coaster TLT as we ponder the Ponga question with coaches ready to YEET.
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Austin & Ryan break down the highs and lows from a roller coaster week in the NRL jam packed with sin bins.
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Ryan leads the charge joined by Austin & James, breaking down the WFB dilemma for Round 8
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Austo and the returning Bilent dive head first into the highs and lows of round 7, wrapping up the demise of the WFBs.
It's the David Fifita show this week as Rob waxes lyrical and Austin makes the case for taking another high profile middle over Isaah Yeo.
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Austo and the returning Bilent dive head first into the highs and lows of round 6, featuring Austins coming to terms with the Panthers dynasty ending.
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With an absolute smorgasbord of buy and sell options this week, the boys chop up the best bu, hold, and sell options from the Round 6 TLT. One not to miss!
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Austo and Mark dive head first into a straight up poo slinger round 5, where captaincy options (mostly) failed, some bad footy was played and disappointment was plentiful.
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Round 5 team lists are in, and Ryan and Mark chop up the relevant action including ranking the best cheapie options for the week, looking at a few cut price guns, and the most hotly contested captaincy decision in years.
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Austin and Ryan review another big week of fantasy points, with most of the cheapies and guns firing with the Knights on the bye and Cleary and Watson on the sidelines. Can the big scores continue? Only the fantasy gods know for sure.
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Well, it took less than a month and we are already dealing with a Nathan Cleary absence through injury, but is he really the optimal trade out this week, or is there another red dot that should go instead? Is superhuman Payne Haas a must buy, or just in a purple patch? Tune in to find out.
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A round to forget is in the books, with concussion and injury heavily impacting fantasy scoring for the most popular captaincy option of the round. Ryan and Austin take you through the week to prepare for a no doubt chaotic Tuesday.
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Rob returns +1 family member as we look through our first "chaotic" tlt, with player injuries and suspensions starting to come in thick and fast, probably because we got comfortable!
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Austin rides solo to review the round 2 action in another big scoring week of NRL fantasy, with plenty of cheapies and guns firing, including a few great bounce back performances.
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Round 2 AKA Hump Week is here as the masses flock to the hunky halfback from the Bunnies, which includes us. We talk about which players are ok to sell to bring him in, and which players should be a held including the highest sold player this week.
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Austin and Mark dissect the balance of Round 1, the good, bad and downright ugly, and look at some options for round 2 for fantasy coaches looking to move on from failed mid rangers.
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Team list Tuesday proper is finally upon us for round 1, and we embrace the oncoming destruction and discuss the buys and avoids leading into round 1, including a number of POD options you might be considering for your squad.
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We review the Vegas games, and try to separate the buys and sells from the holds, and either dial up or turn down the panic-o-meter on some players you might be regretting buying like Luke Metcalf, or have FOMO on like Zac Hosking.
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The day has finally come - after months of waiting, we have 4 of the 16 team lists for round 1, with some questions answered and others raised as coaches are finally forced to play some of their cards, with one in particular keeping his closer to his chest than the others. Check out our thoughts on the key issues, and which players are locks for your side in 2025.
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Well we have team lists for the final dress rehearsal, with coaches looking to make final decisions on their squads heading into round 1. With so many cheapies potentially available, their performance this weekend is going to be critical to their round 1 hopes. Tune in with us as we look at their chances, along with many other fantasy relevant options.
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With less than two weeks until kick off in Vegas, the Amateurs run a fine tooth comb over the top 52 highest owned players (everyone over 8% ownership) to sort the STUDS from the DUDS in our biggest episode of every year. We identify 18 studs, 20 duds, 5 guys we need to wait until TLT for, and 7 guns you shouldn't be buying until later. With 8 duds over 15% ownership, this is a must listen episode!
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The first proper team lists are in, with some coaches playing cat and mouse and others showing us their wares for round one. Positional battles are still happening, and fantasy options can come and go like the wind at this time of year. Join us as we explore the names who are playing (and not playing) in our quest for round 1 clarity.
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It is finally time for (unofficial) kickoff, as the Sharks, Raiders, Warriors, Panthers and Broncos blow out the cobwebs in their first trial match of the year, with the Warriors naming a near full strength side, the Sharks and Panthers with a few round 1 locks scattered throughout and some jerseys on the line, while the Raiders and Broncos give us hints about who is NOT there in their B sides.
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Yesterday we dropped our first "private members podcast", where we did a full round by round breakdown of the 2024 NRL fantasy season to learn real lessons you can apply straight away to improve your performance in 2025 NRL fantasy 2025. For a sample of what type of analysis you can expect, we provide for all our followers an introduction to Game Theory, with some handy tips and tricks for players looking to move from ranks 10000+ into the top 5000 and beyond.
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The Tigers are alarmingly relevant for Fantasy in 2025, a foreboding sign for the year for coaches. We look for the best buy, best cash cow, biggest trap, risky play and the one to watch in every team, and discuss our thoughts on what the 2025 season looks like for that team and the impact on Fantasy Performance.
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Super Coach Wayne Bennett departs, and the Dolphins forge their identity moving forward with new coach Woolf and welcome back their spiritual leader Tom Gilbert. We look for the best buy, best cash cow, biggest trap, risky play and the one to watch in every team, and discuss our thoughts on what the 2025 season looks like for that team and the impact on Fantasy Performance.
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With ACL injuries or departures to a number of key members of their 2024, the Roosters look quite different in 2025, which is usually great news for Fantasy coaches. We look for the best buy, best cash cow, biggest trap, risky play and the one to watch in every team, and discuss our thoughts on what the 2025 season looks like for that team and the impact on Fantasy Performance.
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The Dragons welcome a host of experienced players and a new halfback as they look to try to prove the doubters wrong this season. We look for the best buy, best cash cow, biggest trap, risky play and the one to watch in every team, and discuss our thoughts on what the 2025 season looks like for that team and the impact on Fantasy Performance.
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Several Rabbitohs are racing the clock to be fit for the season, and there are a few young forwards who stand to benefit. We look for the best buy, best cash cow, biggest trap, risky play and the one to watch in every team, and discuss our thoughts on what the 2025 season looks like for that team and the impact on Fantasy Performance.
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The decimated Panthers come on the radar next, as they seek a title having lost three key players. We look for the best buy, best cash cow, biggest trap, risky play and the one to watch in every team, and discuss our thoughts on what the 2025 season looks like for that team and the impact on Fantasy Performance.
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The Eels are the 11th team on the list as we slug it up and look at a potential cheapie at fullback. We look for the best buy, best cash cow, biggest trap, risky play and the one to watch in every team, and discuss our thoughts on what the 2025 season looks like for that team and the impact on Fantasy Performance.
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The Cowboys come into the line of fire as the run of fantasy relevant teams begin, with a few WFB options on the table and an old hat edge up for discussion. We look for the best buy, best cash cow, biggest trap, risky play and the one to watch in every team, and discuss our thoughts on what the 2025 season looks like for that team and the impact on Fantasy Performance.
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The Warriors are up next, with the backline or halves up for discussion and an attitude adjustment at prop. We look for the best buy, best cash cow, biggest trap, risky play and the one to watch in every team, and discuss our thoughts on what the 2025 season looks like for that team and the impact on Fantasy Performance.
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The Newcastle Knights are next under the microscope, with Ponga's men hoping to continue their run of unlikely finals appearances. We look for the best buy, best cash cow, biggest trap, risky play and the one to watch in every team, and discuss our thoughts on what the 2025 season looks like for that team and the impact on Fantasy Performance.
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The Melbourne Storm are up next, with a few potential cut price keepers on the books. We look for the best buy, best cash cow, biggest trap, risky play and the one to watch in every team, and discuss our thoughts on what the 2025 season looks like for that team and the impact on Fantasy Performance.
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The Manly Sea Eagles come into focus next, welcoming even more old guys to their forward pack. We look for the best buy, best cash cow, biggest trap, risky play and the one to watch in every team, and discuss our thoughts on what the 2025 season looks like for that team and the impact on Fantasy Performance.
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The Gold Coast Titans are next up, with Tino returning from ACL and under the microscope along with his teammates. We look for the best buy, best cash cow, biggest trap, risky play and the one to watch in every team, and discuss our thoughts on what the 2025 season looks like for that team and the impact on Fantasy Performance.
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The Cronulla Sharks are our latest team to discuss, with our crew wading through an unappetising buffet looking for options. We look for the best buy, best cash cow, biggest trap, risky play and the one to watch in every team, and discuss our thoughts on what the 2025 season looks like for that team and the impact on Fantasy Performance.
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The Canberra Raiders are up third, with the Amateurs trying and failing to get inside the mind of coach Ricky Stuart. We look for the best buy, best cash cow, biggest trap, risky play and the one to watch in every team, and discuss our thoughts on what the 2025 season looks like for that team and the impact on Fantasy Performance.
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We have the Bulldogs under the microscope next as the boys preview the NRL 2025 season. We look for the best buy, best cash cow, biggest trap, risky play and the one to watch in every team, and discuss our thoughts on what the 2025 season looks like for that team and the impact on Fantasy Performance.
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The boys are back to talk NRL Fantasy 2025, with the Broncos coming under the microscope first. We look for the best buy, best cash cow, biggest trap, risky play and the one to watch in every team, and discuss our thoughts on what the 2025 season looks like for that team and the impact on Fantasy Performance.
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The end is here, as we look at the final team lists of the year, a look to 2025 and some memorable moments from the 2024 season.
The boys kick around the best buy options for the h2h grand finals, and captaincy and loophole options for round 26 before diving into a thorough autopsy of our preseason projections, analysing the 60 or so preseason options and our opinions of them from this year to work out ways to improve our processes for 2025.
A little late, but the boys review the week that was round 25, with only 2 rounds remaining now and a number of injuries and suspensions we are limping to the finish.
In this episode, we cover off on helping you with your last few trades for the year and (hopefully) guide you you to gain those last few ranks or win that H2H league.
Mark and Ryan kick it old school and discuss your best Cleary replacements and captaincy option for the week.
Another round in the books, as Ryan and Lingy chat all things round 24, and we enter H2H sudden death finals and the final sprint for overall coaches.
Austin and James take a look at Round 23, with a bit of a mixed bag of scores coming through. Only 4 rounds to go!
For something out of the ordinary, the boys answer all your questions in the wake of some big injuries and the start of H2H finals.
The boys are back to review all the Round 23 TLT action on the Roosters bye, including the best Haas and Trindall replacements and a significant amount of unrelated chat.
In this episode, the band is back together and the software is working, as the boys do a quick review of the teams and dive into some lessons to learn from the 2024 season.
The return of the King indeed - the boys review the Round 21 action including a monster score from the rule #1.
Third time lucky, as we finally manage to get some audio and churn out the Round 21 team lists, biggest buys sells and holds, along with all your questions, the erroneously added dual position updates, Olympic improvements and birthday hat tricks.
In this episode, we celebrate the end of the major bye rounds, welcome the addition of the extra 8 trades, and dissect the best buys, holds, sells and avoids with #1 ranked owner Peter AKA the Ethical Fantasy Squad.
Austin and Stu tackle results from the reduced weekend of games in the leadup to the final origin match and the NRL Fantasy home stretch.
In this episode, the boys answer all your listener submitted questions about the best buys, sells and holds for your NRL fantasy squad.
Another week, but a different format as the boys get down and dirty in the rankings, covering the top sells, potential keepers and cash outs.
Mark joins James to wrap up the round 18 action after a massive weekend of quality NRL games and some monster fantasy scores.
In this episode, we kick it old school with Mark and Ryan rapping about the Round 18 team lists and issues, including the dropping of Fletcher Sharpe to the bench for Ponga to return, the omission of Harry Grant, and more.
We lost the first little bit of audio, but that doesn't stop Austin and James from bringing you all the events from a mixed bag Round 17, and their look ahead to Round 18.
In this episode, we look at all the fantasy relevant team lists and news from Round 17, including injuries to some former fantasy guns, the best cash out options and the state of the middle position for round 19.
The boys wrap up the events of Round 16, which featured some monster scores for fantasy relevant guys, and in turn some huge performances from coaches, including our own James who cracked the top 10 for the week and Austin who is comfortably inside the top 100 overall.
In this episode, Stu and James answer all your listener questions, plus a few supplementary discussion points added by the Tuesday crew around strategy and returning players.
In this episode, the boys celebrate the return of a much beloved Amateurs option, and look at all the relevant news from the Round 16 team lists and Origin selections in a tough week for "buys".
The boys Austin and James discuss the nightmare round 15 (that was supposed to be easy with only one team on the bye), the NSW squad for a must win game 2, and look ahead to round 15.
In this episode, the Boom or Bust crew answer your NRL Fantasy questions heading into Round 15 and beyond.
In this episode, the Amateurs dissect all the fantasy relevant action in the Round 15 team lists, along with finally discussing Origin 1, the potential game 2 selections, and planning to tackle the remaining major bye rounds with trades at a premium.
After a recording error last week, the boys are back to answer your questions heading into the games.
We finally get to get rid of Hughes as we unpack the Round 14 TLT, including moving on from some faithful cash makers and bringing in a number of others, along with some bye rounds strategy and State of Origin predictions.
In this episode, the boys review a tough round 13, with some late surprises, popular players playing reduced minutes, and some boom scores pushing people up the ranks.
In this episode, we discuss the fantasy fallout from the NSW and QLD selections for game 1, the big winners and losers, buys and sells and all other fantasy related info, plus some not fantasy related stuff because... well.. we are that podcast too.
The boys take a look at the results from round 12 as we are officially done with the first part of the season. We now move into phase 2 - State of Origin time.
In this episode, the boys handle the calm before the Origin storm, and answer your questions about Jolliffe replacements, hooker cover and some bye planning advice.
In this episode, Ryan, Rob and Austin look at a fairly quiet week for NRL Fantasy, with a few red dots needing to go for some coaches but an overall quiet week with no obvious byes and lots of Origin selections up in the air.
Interns James and Austin take you through the events of magic round, which had a number of pretty high scores and a few concerns for fantasy managers.
In this episode, we cover all the (are we still calling it carnage if it happens every week?) events from Round 11 TLT with the largely fantasy irrelevant Dragons on the bye (thank goodness!). We uncover a fantastic high upside dual outside back, and guide you through the injuries, buys and sells.
In this episode, we look back at the end of a really tough round for NRL Fantasy, with plenty of key injuries and restings - just what we needed after a NRL Fantasy season that has provided barely any challenges before this week.
Bit of a weird week, with the best buy on a bye and a lot of potential options with little certainty. Nevertheless, we answer your questions and give only 100% correct advice as usual.
With Ryan Papenhuyzen out until rounds 15-17 and the Raiders WFB/CTR contingent on the bye, the Amateurs look at the top 10 best WFB options for your NRL Fantasy team this year, including cheapies Armstrong, Aitkinson and Fa'alogo, mid rangers Brimson and Young, and fallen guns like Tedesco, Walsh and Garrick. We also tackle some bye cover, mid options, and a number of other topics.
The interns run rampant as Austin and James tackle the events of Round 9, and take a quick look ahead at the upcoming Wing/Fullback shortage with the Raiders on the bye and Papenhuyzen in the medical tent,
No further introduction needed, we answer your questions including the sneaky Nathan Cleary withdrawl.
In this episode, the OG crew look through all the relevant news and notes, the many sells, the ambiguous holds, attempt to locate the buys (with some success) and try to uncover exactly why Rob keeps missing so many podcasts.
James and Mark lament their lack of Hynes ownership as they review this weeks matchups, including some high highs and some low lows as we look to round 9.
Coming into an early kick off, we have three games on a Thursday and the boys get stuck right in answering your questions about who to buy, hold and sell as always.
The boys jump into an action packed TLT, with cheapies coming out of the woodwork, some previous performers reaching their peak, sputtering mid rangers and a fantasy relevant Bulldogs team on the bye.
In this episode, the boys analyze all the round 7 scores and general goings on, with a view to more than likely max trading AGAIN with injuries to key fantasy options and some peaking mid rangers.
As reliably as ever, the team answer your questions following Round 7 Team List Tuesday.
You had best believe we are lining up once again to look at the fantasy relevant news and notes from round 7 TLT, including the ongoing omission of one Nathan Cleary, a big YEET list featuring some musical inspiration from a Disney banger, and some red hot money making options, not to mention a strong debate on the Foran Against of taking one Titans halfback who is drinking the entire milkshake and licking the cup clean.
With just under a quarter of the season in the books, we cover off on all the fantasy relevant take aways from the round that was, and look forward to Round 7, where we have dual position eligibilities added and the ability to use 3 trades per week.
In this episode, we answer your post TLT round 6 questions, as we start our bye preparation and attempt to push up the ranks after a tough start to the year for all coaches.
In this episode, we cover off on a big TLT laden with traps, cheapies, value keepers, and ducks/drakes from the coaches. Who are you bringing in amid the ongoing chaos?
Unfortunately Rob injured his calf in the warmups, so Intern Austin joins Ryan and Mark to discuss the weekly fantasy news and notes just 1 day after his big performance on the summary podcast - 5 day turn around eat your heart out! We discuss all the relevant news, notes and topics following TLT, including top captaincy options, lanky English back rowers, and the return of a fantasy option we wish was not back.
We let the interns loose to look at all the relevant results from Round 4, with a look ahead to Tuesdays TLT for Round 5.
Mark joins the regular crew of Stu, Nic and Bilent to bang out a mammoth 2 hour questions pod, covering all the hot topics and issues.
In this episode, we deal with the raft of new injuries and the Storm bye, which sees some teams fielding as little as 13-15 players this week. Additionally, we cover the best captaincy options, winger/fullback potential selections, and how to handle the sale of the #1 fantasy asset Nathan Cleary.
In this episode, Mark and Austin discuss the highs and lows of the weekend of football, which sees Austin inside the top 500 ranks while the rest of the Amateurs crew drag themselves up the ranks too.
With TLT out of the way and Haas headed for surgery, the team answers your trade questions and helps you tackle the big issues heading into a big weekend of Football.
Oh man, a dumpster fire TLT leaves coaches with a lot of tough decisions, with Zac Hosking and Siua Wong the main problems plus injuries to Heilum Luki and Tommy Talau. We unpack all the key issues, trade targets and get stuck into some coaches just for something out of character.
In this podcast, the boys look at the highs and lows of the week that was round 2, which was definitely better overall than round 1, but we are still looking for improvements.
In this episode, we answer your questions following the round 2 team lists in the lead up to round 3.
In this episode, we take on the news and notes from the Round 2 Team Lists, tackling all the buys, sells, holds and avoids including some Tigers cheap options, the Roosters and Rabbitohs forward packs with notable absences, and the pivot options for some axed outside backs.
Well, what a dumpster fire. We try to make some sense of the round 1 action and look forward to round 2.
The interns and Boom or Bust crew handle your pre round round 1 kickoff, post round 1 TLT questions, including all the best selections, most concerning traps, and anything else you could think of.
In this episode, we take a few calm deep breaths before looking at the two games we have already seen in Vegas, and a look ahead to the team news and notes now that we have the Round 1 team lists. Lots of fantasy relevant chat, along with healthy banter and always 100% correct information*
In this episode, the Boom or Bust boys pull the night shift - answering your questions following the Round 1 TLT announcements for the Rabbitohs, Sea Eagles, Broncos and Roosters. Normally you can expect a mix of Amateurs Regulars, Interns, and Boom or Bust on these questions pods, but after a few marathon podcasts by Mark, Rob and Ryan the boys stepped up in a big way.
NRL Physio joins us straight from his week off work with the Flu to put in all time performance giving us the hot injury information on Fantasy relevant options like Jayden Campbell and the impact on Keano Kini, the Ben Trbojevic/Josh Schuster conundrum, Reuben Cotter, Shaun Lane, Ryan Papenhuyzen, plus one more Fantasy preseason darling that he throws some serious cold water on.
Timestamps by Regular Rob:
Intro (00:00:00)
Jayden Campbell (00:03:52)
David Fifita (00:07:04)
Brendan Piakura (00:09:12)
JMK and Reed Mahoney (00:09:52)
Munster (00:12:22)
KPP (00:15:22)
Campbell Graham (00:15:52)
Shaun Lane (00:16:19)
Ryan Papenhuyzen (00:17:39)
Cotter and Burbo (00:21:00)
Josh Schuster (00:22:12)
Jayden Brailey (00:22:55)
Tom Turbo (00:23:12)
Brandon Smith (00:26:15)
Ryan Matterson (00:27:52)
Dom Young (00:30:15)
Jack Bird (00:30:50)
Jason Taumalolo (00:33:33)
In this episode, we look at all the sub 10% ownership selections, and identify a few strong selections along with perhaps a few false flags. In particular the discussions around somewhat popular options like Seb Kris, Reece Robson, Heilum Luki, Tom Flegler and the fantasy resurgence of fallen gun Jason Taumalolo.
Time stamps by Regular Rob:
Introduction (00:00:00)
Flegler (00:01:16)
Luki (00:05:57)
Koroisau (00:08:01)
V. Fifita (00:11:30)
Blore (00:12:21)
J. Lussick (00:14:47)
Hutchison (00:17:42)
Moses (00:20:19)
Penisini (00:23:40)
Aitken (00:25:50)
Kikau (00:29:23)
Olam (00:31:40)
Taumalolo (00:38:06)
T. Fa'asuamaleaui (00:50:57)
Marshall-King (00:53:04)
Mahoney (00:54:20)
Holmes (00:56:19)
Sorensen (01:01:08)
Bostock (01:02:57)
Levi (01:07:33)
DCE (01:09:14)
Metcalf (01:10:14)
A. Elliott (01:15:44)
Mikaele (01:16:36)
Seyfarth (01:21:34)
McInnes (01:23:22)
Kris (01:30:17)
E. Katoa (01:30:29)
De Belin (01:31:40)
Rapana (01:33:50)
I. Papali'i + Bateman (01:36:03)
Niu (01:36:55)
With 4/16 team lists available, the Amateurs puts the microscope on theRround 1 teams of the Rabbitohs, Sea Eagles, Roosters, and Broncos, and looks at the prospects of the various fantasy options - including Ryan dropping an absolute bombshell on the podcast out of the blue by suggesting he may not start with Nathan Cleary in 2024. Absolute must listen stuff.
Team-stamps from Regular Rob:
Intro (00:00:00)
Sea Eagles (00:03:37)
Rabbitohs (00:19:00)
Roosters (00:27:15)
Broncos (00:35:52)
In this episode, we look at all the 10%+ ownership players to decide if they are a "stud" or a "dud". In this marathon episode, we look at the slam dunk options like Nathan Cleary and Kaeo Weekes, along with some high ownership mistakes like Payne Haas and Nicho Hynes, along with some strategy around "place holders" and the ever so predictable off topic chats around the Silly Salmon, the not so Carty party and much more.
To assist with finding the players you are interested in we have added some timestamps below:
- Introduction (00:00:00)
- Cleary (00:01:45)
- Weekes (00:03:44)
- Haas (00:06:30)
- Papenhuyzen (00:10:13)
- Curran (00:13:48)
- Burbo (00:15:50)
- Willison (00:19:21)
- Piakura (00:22:33)
- Hughes (00:25:13)
- Strange (00:29:16)
- Cotter (00:30:43)
- Iro (00:33:40)
- Grant (00:38:24)
- Walsh (00:43:54)
- HTF (00:47:32)
- Mam (00:52:17)
- Chevy (00:54:46)
- Wong (00:56:20)
- Ponga (00:57:20)
- Flano (01:08:16)
- BTK (01:18:46)
- Hynes (01:21:06)
- Arthars (01:29:54)
- Leniu (01:33:15)
- Geyer (01:35:42)
- JC (01:36:22)
- Cheese (01:38:24)
- Xerri (01:42:13)
- J. Carty (01:43:20)
- Kini (01:46:25)
- Hands (01:48:00)
- Taaffe (01:49:06)
- Hopgood (01:50:52)
- Salmon (01:59:38)
- Fog (02:02:09)
- Lane (02:06:34)
- SJ (02:08:38)
- Cotric (02:14:08)
- Robson (02:14:54)
- Tatola (02:16:52)
- Murray (02:20:22)
- Berrell (02:27:06)
- RTS (02:27:25)
In this episode, we cover off on the action from the round 1 trials and the fallout of the round 2 team lists, including some massive movers on high ownership players. We also do our infamous flaming hot takes, which make far too much sense in this crazy world of NRL Fantasy.
Before the trial matches kick off, we answer your listener questions, including how to handle the surplus of mid range forwards, the centre conundrum, and the surprisingly difficult hooker position.
In this episode, we take you inside the mind of the players who finished in the top 5 in 2023 - how they constructed their teams structurally, players they had in common and different and what criteria for selection they fit - plus how to identify the 2024 equivalent options. We also look at how to identify good and bad risks, why PODs are overrated, the importance of a strong round 1 captain, buying for value and much more!
In this episode, we continue off our overall team review series by looking at the fantasy relevant options for the Penrith Panthers who we currently have projected to come 1st.
In this episode, we continue off our overall team review series by looking at the fantasy relevant options for the Brisbane Broncos who we currently have projected to come 2nd.
In this episode, we continue off our overall team review series by looking at the fantasy relevant options for the Sydney Roosters who we currently have projected to come 3rd.
In this episode, we continue off our overall team review series by looking at the fantasy relevant options for the Melbourne Storm who we currently have projected to come 4th.
In this episode, we continue off our overall team review series by looking at the fantasy relevant options for the New Zealand Warriors who we currently have projected to come 5th.
In this episode, we continue off our overall team review series by looking at the fantasy relevant options for the South Sydney Rabbitohs who we currently have projected to come 7th.
In this episode, we continue off our overall team review series by looking at the fantasy relevant options for the Newcastle Knights who we currently have projected to come 7th.
In this episode, we continue off our overall team review series by looking at the fantasy relevant options for the Cronulla Sharks who we currently have projected to come 8th.
In this episode, we continue off our overall team review series by looking at the fantasy relevant options for the Manly Sea Eagles who we currently have projected to come 9th.
In this episode, we continue off our overall team review series by looking at the fantasy relevant options for the Parramatta Eels who we currently have projected to come 10th.
In this episode, we continue off our overall team review series by looking at the fantasy relevant options for the North Queensland Cowboys who we currently have projected to come 11th.
In this episode, we continue off our overall team review series by looking at the fantasy relevant options for the Gold Coast Titans who we currently have projected to come 12th.
In this episode, we continue off our overall team review series by looking at the fantasy relevant options for the (homeless) Dolphins who we currently have projected to come 13th.
In this episode, we continue off our overall team review series by looking at the fantasy relevant options for the Canterbury Bulldogs who we currently have projected to come 14th.
In this episode, we continue off our overall team review series by looking at the fantasy relevant options for the Canberra Raiders who we currently have projected to come 15th.
In this episode, we continue off our overall team review series by looking at the fantasy relevant options for the Wests Tigers who we currently have projected to come 16th.
In this episode, we kick off our overall team review series by looking at the fantasy relevant options for the St George Illawarra Dragons who we currently have projected to come 17th.
In this episode, we look at the predicted finishing positions for all 17 teams for 2024, along with the key additions and losses for every team, and try to work out which classic Christmas meal, present, family member or event best represents each NRL team and its identity.
We reach the conclusion of an amazing 2023, going through the final dumpster fire team lists, limited trade questions, and discuss our best and worst advice, final PUNishments, 2024 watch list and much more.
The boys look for replacements for Tedesco, Garrick and Mitchell, and get understandably sidetracked as the season draws to a close!
With the third last week out of the way, Mark and Austin chop up this weekends fantasy action.
If you are only here for the fantasy chat, skip the first 5 minutes and the last 10. That said, we dont recommend you skip it, theres some top stuff in there.
With trades running low, the boys chop it up as usual, minus the best Amateur Mark who has the man flu.
In this episode, we cover the poor work of the lawyers of Jack De Belin and Valentine Holmes, along with the relevant notes and news from around the TLT traps, the fantasy implications, and top fantasy targets for Round 23.
Football was played this weekend, but fantasy was a dumpster fire. Hear about it here with Ryan and Austin. Mark was banned from the episode due to excessive use of language.
In this episode, we have a look at all the relevant TLT news, the fantasy implications of the late season byes, the buys, sells, holds and discuss the general level of competency of the average NRL coach. There may also be some question answering thrown in.
In this episode, we look at the wacky week that was round 21, including the anti ghost point Cleary downdate, the late Sharks comeback, and possible moves heading into the Warriors bye.
In this episode, we discuss the end of the major bye rounds and the return of the 1 team byes, the major changes to all 16 teams playing, some strategy for newer players, and go through all your questions, including trying to talk the Tohu and Robson traders off the ledge.
In this episode, we review the final week of origin affected games/major bye affected fantasy matchups, and look ahead briefly at some possible cheapies for TLT.
In this episode, join the lads on the back end of their hangovers from Ryans wild and wacky bucks weekend, plus a look at performances that were in round 19 and a look ahead to round 20, along with all your questions now you are filled up with trades!
In this episode, we dissect the Ashes, Origin game 3 team lists, as well as the normal TLT stuff - cashouts, gun edges, the best players to buy now or wait for and much more, including all your questions!
In this episode, we look at the highs and lows (literally) from round 18, including some monster performances in fantasy and the demolition jobs by the Sharks, Cowboys and Knights.
In this episode, the lads try to work out why the QLD Origin team didn't get some better liars in to give evidence for Reece Walsh, along with the usual blend of team list reviews, chat about the upcoming round of NRL and fantasy football, and all your listener questions.
In this episode, we tackle a crisis as big as the housing crisis in Australia - which edge and centre do we want this week and do we even want to try and field 17 or is it a long term mistake? We discuss players like Connoly Lemuelu, Joseph Manu and Jack bird, and also (just for something different) answer your trade questions
In this episode, we look at a huge round 16 with lots of movement up and down the rankings, the top performers, and what the bad clubs can do to try and be less bad.
In this episode, we look at the highs and lows of the State of Origin 2 fantasy selections, the fantasy impacts and uproar, all the injury news and notes, and all your questions heading into round 16.
In this episode, we look at the fallout from the Cleary hamstring heartache, including who is likely to replace him in a do or die game 2, and the Origin impact to popular options like Nicho Hynes and Mitch Moses. We also look at holding or selling players like Jack De Belin and Jack Bird, and answer your trade questions for the week.
In this episode, we combine with the Boom or Bust podcast to review State of Origin 1. Luckily for us the boys are NSW fans, so Mark gets the fishing rod out and catches a live one with Stuart going for the bait like a Barramundi in mating season. Bear with us, there is some fantasy chat in there too.
In this episode, we look at the aftermath of Origin camp, the round 13 matchups, dual position updates and round 14 TLT, including a poor little Birdie with a broken wing (knee), and the round 16 MID position crisis.
Better late than never (because I forgot to upload it), check out our summary of the round 13 action, and a quick look to Origin and round 14 TLT.
In this episode, we try to work out what to do with all the shenanigans from Origin selections and round 13 TLT, including the Lachlan Miller benching, Frizell and Young selected for NSW, and guys such as Matterson and Smith facing time on the sideline through injury. We also answer your questions for like an hour.
In this episode, we look at the massive disappointment that was round 12, including origin implications, injuries and suspensions heading into the byes.
In this episode, we look ahead to our predicted State of Origin teams, along with the fantasy relevant news, notes and trade targets, including a few sub $300k cheapies, some fallen guns, injured and underperforming WFBs, and answer your questions heading into Round 12.
In this episode, Ryan looks at the week that was Round 11, and a look forward into the last round before the major bye rounds start for 2023.
In this episode, Mark and Rob cover the washup from Magic Round and into round 11, including all the fantasy relevant news and notes, including what to do with Jackson Ford and Tyrell Sloan, whether to buy Corey Horsburgh or Jack De Belin, and answer all your questions.
In this episode, Mark takes a look at the highs and lows of magic round (or what he saw of it while multi-tasking getting married), including huge performances from some MID options, and a look ahead to tomorrows TLT.
In this episode, we look at this particularly spicy TLT including all the fantasy relevant information, what to do with Nicho Hynes, Jack De Belin and Reuben Cotter, and a preseason favourite becomes our buy of the week. Oh, and questions. Lots of questions.
In this episode, we look at the week that was round 9, including all the relevant injuries, news and a look ahead to magic round.
In this episode, we look at all the relevant news and information from the end of round 8 and into a short turnaround to Round 9, including what to do with popular options like Payne Haas, Harry Grant, and Eliesa Katoa, and as always answer your trade questions.
We come to you from halftime in the Storm v Warriors game to bring you all the relevant information from Round 8, including the high and low fantasy scorers, relevant injuries, and options heading into Round 9. See you tomorrow for team lists!
In this episode, we tackle the issues in the MID position, with Carrigan and Tapine on the chopping block for many owners, some managers desperate for Nicho Hynes, the high upside Roosters WFB options, cheapies of the week and some POD options in the borderline gun MID category, along with all the relevant news and notes, and answering your questions.
We look at all the fantasy relevant news and info from the round from hell AKA round 7. We go through all your Couchman related puns, Ryans idea for a new rule and the summary of (bad) scores. Onwards to round 8!
In this episode, we try to solve your WFB issues, including what to do with popular cheapie options Tyrell Sloan, Will Warbrick and Izaac Thompson, the question of whether to solve J'Maine Hopgood and a savior fallen gun. Oh, and as always we do the relevant news, notes and answer your trade questions.
In this episode, we speak to Intern Dale (who has somehow found himself in the top 10 overall) to go through all the relevant news and scores from the round that was Round 6, including Captain Chin tonneing up, the cheapie WFB plan coming to an end and the Carty Party kick ons.
In this episode, we look at all the fantasy relevant news, notes and changes for Round 6, including the Carty Afterparty at Shaun Johnsons house, the rumours surrounding the benching of J'Maine Hopgood and the return to relevance of a cheapie as our cash cow of the week.
In this episode, we review the round that was round 5, including the highs and lows of the week, the great start to NRL 2023 and try to work out why the hell all our listeners are so good!
In this episode, we look at all the relevant news, injuries and changes for Round 5 team list Tuesday, including who to pursue out of popular options like Zac Hosking, Jackson Ford and Tyson Frizell, or whether to tear your team apart to get fantasy gun Nicho Hynes.
Following a monster round 4, the boys have our tails up as we review the week that was Round 4, including the resurrection of Rule #1 Nathan Cleary and the challenge by the young buck Nicho Hynes, and some monster scores by the Amateurs boys.
In this episode, we look at all the fantasy relevant news and changes, including how to deal with the Doueihi turf toe, buying back Nathan Cleary after selling him last week, and some early round 13 planning.
In this episode, the boys including debutant James look at the most relevant fantasy news and results from Round 3 of the NRL season, including the captaincy debacle.
In this episode, we discuss the masses getting off the Cleary/Smith/Boyd trains, and onto the Johnson express. We look at all the relevant team news, whether you can trust cheapies like Preston and Chester, and answer ALL of your questions.
In this episode, we cover off on the nightmare that was round 2, all the relevant news from the weekend and some thoughts on how it impacts the future.
In this episode, we look at the week that was Round 1, who performed well and who failed, and some rough thoughts heading into round 2. In particular, we discuss players such as Brandon Smith, Alofiana Khan-Pereira and Bryce Cartwright, and try to work out which scores are predictive and flashes in the pan.
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.
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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.
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https://amateursfantasysports.com/nrl/dolphins
Note that this was recorded in late January, and all information will be updated as news comes in.
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.
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https://amateursfantasysports.com/nrl/tigers
Note that this was recorded in late January, and all information will be updated as news comes in.
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 late January, and all information will be updated as news comes in.
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 that this was recorded in late January, and all information will be updated as news comes in.
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://amateursfantasysports.com/nrl/rabbitohs/
Note that this was recorded in late January, and all information will be updated as news comes in.
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.
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https://amateursfantasysports.com/nrl/panthers/
Note that this was recorded in mid January, and all information will be updated as news comes in.
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, and all information will be updated as news comes in.
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.
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https://amateursfantasysports.com/nrl/cowboys/
Note this was recorded in mid January, and all information will be updated as news comes in.
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.com/nrl/warriors/
Note that this was record in middle January, and all information will be updated as news comes in.
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 was recorded in early January, and all information will be updated as news comes in.
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 recorded in early January, and all information will be updated as news comes in.
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 was recorded in early January, and all information will be updated as news comes in.
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.
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https://amateursfantasysports.com/nrl/titans/
Note that this was recorded in early January, and all information will be updated as news comes in.
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:
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Note that this was recorded in early January, and all information will be updated as news comes in.
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 info see our socials during the trials.
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Note that this was recorded in early January, and all information will be updated as news comes 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.
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Note that this was recorded in early January, and all information will be updated as news comes in.
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 was recorded in early January, and all information will be updated as news comes in.
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.
In this episode, there are no trade questions to answer (thank god). We look at the season that was - our "real or mirage" and "PODcast" picks, flaming hot preseason takes, whether we followed our own preseason advice and a look ahead to 2023, including some exciting developments in the future of the Amateurs.
In this episode, the children run wild with Mark unavailable and discuss all your relevant TLT news, including what to do with Euan Aitken surprise out, and your best Taumalolo/Elliott upgrade options for your H2H grand final.
In this episode, we look once again at all the fantasy relevant TLT news, and answer all your questions around popular fantasy options Jason Taumalolo, Daly Cherry-Evans, Adam Elliott and the newly fantasy relevant Brandon Smith.
In this episode, we say farewell to the last of the injuries to gun fantasy options and review the latest TLT news, along with answering your questions for your must win H2Hs, overall final pushes or bye week holds.
In this episode, we (quickly) cover the fantasy relevant TLT news, before diving into a thorough autopsy on the top Cleary and Carrigan replacements, including popular options Cam Murray, Joe Tapine, Adam Reynolds and DCE.
In this episode, we are back to the old firm with Rob away this week. We look at the relevant TLT news, ins and outs, injures and protests, and answer all your fantasy questions in the last week of the fantasy H2H regular season.
In this episode, we look at - you guessed it - all the fantasy relevant Round 18 TLT news, look at final team composition, elite gun upgrades, and we answer your questions (why were there so many questions!!) about players like Doueihi, Mitchell, Fifita, and Haas.
In this episode, we explore the fresh hell that is the mass red dot influx of round 18. We look at all the fantasy relevant team changes, and answer your trade questions including what to spend your massive amounts of saved up cash on.
In this episode, we have a look at all the fantasy relevant options for Round 17, future planning for H2H vs Overall, and answer your trade questions on players such as Isaiah Papali'i, Max King, David Klemmer and Payne Haas.
In this podcast, we celebrate the Homecoming Hero Warriors by doing... exactly the same thing we do every week. Origin and Rep chat, followed by our TLT breakdown and answering all your questions on players like Cotter, Haas, Aitken and Butcher.
In this episode, we have a look through the rep round lineups, answer some random fan questions, look at Origin 2, and do a mid season trade review and some back third of the season strategy type stuff.
In todays episode, we jump in the Volkmanwagon to look at everyones favourite cheapie, along with attempting to talk the Payne Haas owners off the ledge, revisiting a preseason darling, a few Round 17 POD options and the usual TLT madness.
Short on time? 0 Preseason Ramble 8 Puns 11 Dragons 15 Souths 17 Manly 21 Cows + Luciano 29 Storm 36 Broncos 42 Sharks 45 Titans 54 Panthers 63 Eels 67 Raiders 71 Knights 80 Bulldogs 85 Tigers 89 Q&A
In this episode, we are joined by long time intern Rob to dissect this weeks fantasy goodness, including our thoughts on Ezra Mam, Xavier Savage and a gun keeper POD.
In this episode we tackle the first bye week, featuring the best options for Overall coaches (guns and cash outs), some game theory for H2H players and the curious case of Viliame Vanished, who is unavailable on the one week you need him.
In this episode, we look at all the relevant news from this weeks Team Lists, do an Origin Team Lists Preview, and answer (ALL!) your trade questions including our weekly top yeet prospects.
In todays episode, we have a look at all the fantasy relevant items from this week, including a few cheapie options with none other than the Peoples Champ taking centre stage.
For this episode, we battle hard through Ryans dial up internet to bring you some straight up Fantasy gold. In spite of Ryan's bad internet, we manage to cover all the relevant items and answer your listener questions. I hope you enjoy the parts we intentionally did not edit out, as they did bring me great amusement.
In todays episode, we trying to bring order to the madness and help you select the correct MID cover, with options such as Reuben Cotter, Angus Crichton, Josh Jackson, Jason Taumalolo, POD options David Klemmer and Pat Carrigan, and weekly curse victim Adam Elliott all in the discussions.
In this episode, we welcome a new segment - Pride and PUNishment. We also look at the mystery of the dreaded trade questions curse, along with the usual look at the relevant items and answering your trade questions!
In this episode, we burn the midnight oil looking at the Round 7 Team Lists and answering all your fantasy questions - like, literally every single one. We look at the long list of buys and sells, and hopefully help you navigate the sea of traps.
In this podcast, we deal with the dilemma of not having Payne Haas available to captain with some other popular options facing tough matchups. We also look at popular cheapies Blake Taaffe, Tolutau Koula and the return of the GOAT, Origin Hero (thank you very much) Mr Edrick Lee.
In todays episode, we look at the Team Lists for round 5, including what to do with a few underperforming players like Jack Bird, Matt Burton, David Fifita, Addin Fonua-Blake and Toby Sexton!
The King returns, overshadowing the arrival of a great cheapie thanks to a combination of injuries and a brain explosion. We handle the flurry of Cleary related trade questions, including trading out some former guns (who were guns as recently as yesterday) to finance this luxury purchase.
In todays episode, we deal with the Fantasy fallout of Harry Grant catching spicy cough, Trent Robinson hating our fantasy teams and what to do with poor scoring cheapies including Talatau Amone, Lachlan Ilias, Kelma Tuilagi and Jeremiah Nanai
In this episode, we deal with the confusion of trying to work out which damn King (Max or Josh) people are buying, along with a host of other cheapies and team corrections this week including how to squeeze Tago and Nanai into your side.
In this episode we tackle the first TLT of the year, with our final thoughts on all the fantasy relevant options prior to round 1. It is finally here - lets make it happen Amateurs fam!
In this episode, with TLT less than a week away, we take a look at this biggest risers and fallers of the preseason and trial injury impacts with a view to Team List Tuesday. We also discuss a couple of PODs and Cash Cows missed through the rest of the series.
In this special bonus episode, we introduce you to our brand new sponsor Punt Club, including an explanation of how the Punters Club and Charity Punters Club works. We also take a look through some value in the early markets for the Premiership, along with the Top 8, Top Try Scorer and Week 1 of the regular season.
In this episode, we look at who passed and failed the eye test for week 1 of the trials, while doing our best to remember thats what it is - a trial match. We also go through our fantasy and ladder position predictions for 2022, with some serious hot takes!
Ladies, Gentlemen and everyone in between, it is Draft Week. We do a quick review of the all star game and broncos v wynnum trial, before jumping into some draft strategy and Mark picking on Ryan and his rankings of players. Check the website out for full draft rankings!
One of the most exciting parts of NRL Fantasy is looking for a quality POD (point of difference - under 8% owned) option, and today on the Amateurs PODcast we identify some of the prime candidates, along with discussing a few options which seem to be gaining some undeserved traction.
In todays episode, we are joined by last years #1 overall finisher, Shane Ewart, who takes us through his rise from humble fantasy manager to the glory of the #1 overall finish, gives us his own "game theory" and helps us assess the 40 or so most highly owned players in fantasy, including setting us straight on a gun he thinks is essential for round 1.
The Amateurs are joined by Brien Seeney AKA the NRL Physio to discuss his thoughts on the 2022 outlook for players coming off serious injuries, including popular fantasy options Nathan Cleary and Joseph Suaalii. We also answer the age old question "Is there such a thing as an injury prone player?"
Last but not least, we talk through the Sydney Roosters and Wests Tigers projected round 1 lineups and fantasy relevant options, including a few that made us do a double take!
For this episode, we look at the down on troops Rabbitohs, who present us with some interesting cheapie options, and the "moneyball" Dragons who raise more questions than answers at this point in the preseason.
In this episode we get a look at two teams at opposite sides of the spectrum, with the Panthers seemingly still on the rise and unstoppable, and the Eels... well... not so much. Fantasy options abound, check it out to find out who!
In this episode, we look at the New Zealand Warriors and North Queensland Cowboys, who both seem to be on a collision course with the bottom 6. Nonetheless, there are some interesting fantasy options in both teams including old favourites Shaun Johnson and Jason Taumalolo.
In this episode we look at the next two teams on the docket, the Melbourne Storm and Newcastle Knights. Can Ryan Papenhuzyen repeat his early season heroics? Is Kalyn Ponga a gun WFB in 2022? Tune in to find out.
In this episode, we look at our predicted team lists for the Titans and Sea Eagles against the official NRL website, and discuss the fantasy options, potential cash cows and possible unforeseen changes the teams may look to make in round 1 or beyond.
In this episode, we look at our predicted team lists for the Bulldogs and Sharks against the official NRL website, and discuss the fantasy options including a name we havent heard for a while, potential cash cows and possible changes in round 1 or beyond.
In this episode, we look at our predicted team lists for the Broncos and Raiders against the official NRL website, and discuss the fantasy options, potential cash cows and possible unforeseen changes the teams may look to make in round 1 or beyond.
It feels like forever, but the boys are back with the first episode of the 2022 season, dissecting the new rules in the NRL and scoring changes to NRL fantasy to try and understand what it all means and how it impacts our teams moving forward.
In this episode we give you the skinny on the Round 25 Team Lists, before jumping into a mini season review discussing our best and worst trades for the year and lessons we learned from this year, plus take a look at our 2022 way too early potential value selections!
In the second last episode of the year, we look at any final trades you might be making and who to captain this week in H2H Grand Final Week.
This week, we look at the desperate situation of red dots facing many coaches and discuss who we may want to bring in with our precious remaining trades. Ryan also recommends his penance for sinners against the fantasy gods.
This week, we try to deal with the mounting pile of red dots which now includes Angus Crichton, Reed Mahoney and Jason Taumalolo. We make recommendations on which players to spend your remaining few trades on as the season draws to a close.
Like a phoenix from the ashes, Zac Cini has returned to lead fantasy managers to glory. In all seriousness, we tackle the dire situation in the halves, and discuss what to do with so many fantasy relevant options under injury clouds and with uncertain roles. Also tune into the end of the show to hear Ryan's hot take!
In this weeks episode, we deal with the fallout of the Shaun Johnson and look at replacement options, along with a good discussion on captaincy and we actually did a Q&A this week!
In this weeks episode, we tackle all the weekly news including injuries to popular fantasy options Tohu Harris, Wayde Egan, Jamal Fogarty and Mitchell Moses. We also discuss the top teams/players for h2h finals and the best loophole options.
In this weeks episode, we look at the Round 18 Team List announcements as we hit the home stretch of the NRL Fantasy season. We explore a number of topics and buy/sell options this week, including the random surplus of value at the Hooker position.
On this weeks Podcast, we discuss the most optimal hiding spots in a game of Hide and Seek, and cover off on the relevant team news and Round 17 Fantasy Options with our usual Q&A section.
In this weeks episode we tackle the question on everyones lips - is Will Kennedy a buy? Oh also we talk a little bit about Nathan Cleary and the impact his injury has on the NRL Fantasy Landscape.
In this weeks episode, with no Team List Tuesday, we take a look back at the Good, the Bad and the Ugly of our NRL Fantasy recommendations to date. We challenge our correctness against the Fantasy gods (with as little fence sitting as possible), and see who comes out on top. Trigger Warning: This episode may invoke painful memories of Fantasy buys and sells you have blocked out of your memory.
In this weeks episode, we cover (for the 2nd time - damn audio fail) the Round 15 Team Lists and Fantasy Relevant changes. In particular, we highlight some fantastic options this week, and finally rid ourselves of our remaining Tigers players.
In this weeks Episode, we tackle what seems to be the never ending battle to field 17 players following the announcement of Round 14 Team Lists, including discussing players likely to be rested and as usual answer your trade questions.
On this weeks episode, we roll through the relevant team list changes and Q&A, before diving into a ferocious trivia battle between Queensland representative Ryan and New South Wales representative and guest Stuart Lord. Tune in to find out who brings glory and who brings shame to their state.
In todays (late) episode we look at the relevant team list news for round 12, including a rather thicc Q&A session. I also refer to Hook as Mary a number of times - its been a long week! Nicho Hynes, Jackson Ford and Tom Flegler feature heavily, with some more centres chat and some "trap" predictions.
Following a particularly drunken magic round, Mark battles the man flu while stumbling his way through some Team List Tuesday analysis. We look at the impact of all the injuries and suspensions from the weekend, and answer your questions about which centre you should curse this week by bringing them in.
In our bonus Magic Round episode we answer listener questions for the entire show, and tell you what to do about popular fantasy options (including suggested trade in targets) like David Fifita, Paul Momirovski, Jake Simpkin, Stefano Utoikamanu, Daniel Alvaro, Ryan Papenhuyzen, Harry Grant, Cameron Munster, Brandon Smith and more. Jeez that was a long list.
In this weeks episode we welcome special guest and Raiders expert Matthew Lippiatt-Sidman to tell us all about why Tom Starling is the best #9 in Raiders history. We cover all of the fantasy relevant news and team changes including the (continuing) centres crisis, and even take some time to explain to the fans why the NSW State of Origin side will lose again this year no matter who they pick in the halves. P.s if you are just tuning in for the Origin chats, 1 hour on the dot should be about right.
Fresh off Mark's stint with the Talking League Podcast, we break down the Round 9 Team Lists, and finish off with telling people to buy Zac Cini for half an hour. I promise there is lots of other great non-Cini related stuff in there, but there is gratuitous amounts of chat about the Ginger Ninja.
In this weeks episode we talk all the fantasy relevant ins and outs, what the hell is wrong with the Tigers and spend 30 minutes trying to talk you out of selling keepers like Ryan Papenhuyzen, Paul Momirovski and James Tedesco.
Another week and another crisis, with many popular fantasy options either injured, suspended, or under a cloud of injury, particularly in the WFB position. Only one man can save the NRL Fantasy Community, the man with the Iron Hamstrings, Tom Trbojevic.
Following Round 6 team lists announcements, we break down the chaos surrounding fantasy options Milford, Niu, Liddle, Riki, Fusitua (and others) and analyse the next round of money makers and guns for to potentially bring into your team.
In today's episode, we look at the Fantasy relevant information, answer your trade questions and even chat a little bit of Bruce Willis.
We deal with all the big issues for the week including Sam Walker and the massive injury tolls, some great value options and Ryan combats some local wildlife who are intent on voicing their opinion on the Fantasy issues of the day.
Following the announcement of round 3 team lists we look at the fantasy relevant changes, recap round two and answer your questions around Josh Schuster and Sean O'Sullivan, among many others.
In this episode we have a look back over the games from the weekend and forward to round 2 and all the relevant team chances, and answer your questions about whether you should send Matt Lodge and Lachlan Croker to Perth.
In this episode we give you a live look behind the curtain while Ryan and I do our draft with one of our good mates Tyson from Jonas Wealth. This episode is 100% not edited and may contain some language slips and awkward silences, but we figure only the real Fantasy Football degenerates will be listening the Thursday afternoon of round 1 kickoff.
The Fantasy Amateurs have you covered for TLT, breaking down the ins and (more importantly) outs for round 1, including a few juicy options. 2021 is the year of the Brothel Strat!
In a monster episode we cover a wide range of players and performances from the weekend of trial matches, and look forward towards team list Tuesday and our hopes and dreams for the fantasy options.
In this episode we talk the Indigenous v Maori All Stars fantasy options, as well as the other trial matches that happened this weekend.
Today we explore a bunch of options suggested to us by our listeners, plus a few we selected ourselves. Oh, and we trash talk Tino some more.
In our 6th episode we tackle some of the good (and not so good) POD (point of difference) options for NRL Fantasy 2021.
In our latest episode we look at the top 40 owned players in NRL fantasy and discuss whether they are studs or duds, which includes sticking the boot into some very popular options!
We look at the last five teams released - the Rabbitohs, Dragons, Roosters, Warriors and Tigers.
We discuss our favourite NRL Fantasy Options for the Broncos, Bulldogs, Sharks, Storm, Titans and Raiders
We explain a little bit about how to play NRL fantasy, and the types of players you will be looking to roster come round 1, along with how to project future scoring and a few other tips and tricks.