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The boys are back for one final look at the 2026 AFL Fantasy season, and this time they’re facing the predictions they made before a ball was bounced. After managing just three correct ladder predictions from a possible 72, the boys revisit every club to see how their pre-season breakout players and Ultimate Picks actually performed. From great calls like Bodhi Uwland, Jagger Smith, Dyson Sharp and Jase Burgoyne to some absolute shockers they’d rather forget, Hawko brings the receipts and nobody is safe.  With all 18 clubs reviewed, the final results are tallied to see which Lockout host actually knew what they were talking about heading into 2026, and who has some explaining to do before making their 2027 predictions. It’s a final chance to laugh at the good, the bad and the horribly wrong calls from another massive AFL Fantasy season.  Next episode we will review the Grand Final, and look at Trade Period for AFL teams to the 2027 Season before the 2027 Season Draft.

The 2026 AFL Fantasy season is officially in the books, and the boys are back for one final round review to wrap up Round 24 and look back on the season as a whole. Josh, Croxy and Hawko break down their final scores, rankings and team values, reflect on what went right and wrong throughout the year, and discuss a season that was heavily impacted by injuries to premium players. The final Lockout Brownlow votes are handed out, with Harry Sheezel crowned the 2026 winner after a record breaking season, while Christian Petracca earns the unfortunate honour of back to back Flop of the Year awards. The boys also congratulate Coach Jesse of the "LeCras Bunch", the winner of the Lockout Podcast Community Shield and look at some of the standout performances from the Lockout community.  To finish the season, the boys work through the All Australian squad, debate who deserved to make the final team and discuss some of the biggest snubs before looking ahead to what's coming next from The Lockout.  Most importantly, a massive thank you to everyone who listened, followed along, interacted with the show and became part of the community throughout 2026. Three years in and we're still loving doing this podcast, and we couldn't do it without you.

Round 24 has arrived and AFL Fantasy coaches have been thrown straight into absolute chaos. With huge outs hitting teams at the worst possible time, Nick, Ryan, Hawko and Josh are back to work through the carnage and figure out how coaches can navigate one of the most brutal weeks of the season. Harry Sheezel headlines a massive list of players being traded out, alongside Chad Warner, Isaac Heeney, Jason Horne-Francis and Christian Petracca. On the other side, coaches are scrambling towards potential replacements including Mattaes Hall, Izak Rankine, Bobby Hill, Tom Sparrow and Errol Gulden. The boys reveal their own Round 24 trades, break down the most traded players of the week and tackle the big question - what the hell do we do with all these outs? There’s also a look through the latest injury list, the suspended Swans, everything coming out of the MRO and the decisions that could make or break your final rounds. With premiums disappearing, forced trades everywhere and very little room left for error, Round 24 is shaping up as pure AFL Fantasy chaos. 🎙️ Nick, Ryan, Hawko & Josh break it all down on The Lockout Podcast.

With the AFL Fantasy season reaching the pointy end, the boys are back to review another huge round and tackle the big decisions facing coaches heading into Round 12. Injuries continue to cause headaches, with Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera among the big names forcing trades, while Sam Durham, Christian Petracca and Murphy Reid are also firmly on the chopping block. The boys look at the best replacements, including Dayne Zorko, Jase Burgoyne, Errol Gulden, Chad Warner and some cheaper defensive options.   There’s also plenty of debate around whether Burgoyne can back up his massive 140, if Sydney’s matchup against Essendon makes Gulden and Warner must haves, and which defenders can be trusted for the run home. The boys reveal their trades, hand out Lockout Brownlow votes and Fantasy Flops, cover the latest injuries and suspensions, and finish things off with Just The Tips. With trades running out and every point becoming more important, it’s time to take some swings and finish the season strongly.

With just three rounds remaining, every trade has the potential to make or break your AFL Fantasy season. This week the boys review Round 21 before looking ahead to Round 22, discussing the biggest trade decisions, the latest injury news, and the premiums that can help coaches finish the season strongly. They also hand out Lockout Brownlow votes, name the biggest Fantasy flops of the week, and analyse the most traded players across the competition. The episode also features debate around whether it's finally time to move on from Christian Petracca, if Bailey Smith is worth targeting after his price drop, and whether Lachie Whitfield, Errol Gulden or Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera should be priorities for the run home. The boys reveal their own trades, break down the Round 22 fixtures, and finish with their weekly Just the Tips segment. If you're chasing overall rank or fighting for a league premiership, this is one episode you won't want to miss.

The fantasy season is entering its final month, and every trade could be the difference between winning and losing your league. This week the boys break down all the fallout from Round 20, including the latest injury to Nic Newman, Brownlow votes, Fantasy flops and the biggest movers in the rankings. They also discuss whether Bailey Smith can bounce back after his disappointing 95, who the best replacement is for the injured Nic Newman, and whether Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera can overcome a likely James Jordan tag. We also analyse the most traded players, debate our own trade plans, discuss premium targets including Errol Gulden, Jarman Impey, Izak Rankine and Lachie Whitfield, and run through all the key injuries, suspensions and vice-captain options ahead of another massive round. With league finals underway and only a handful of rounds remaining, there's no room for mistakes.

Round 19 delivered another difficult week for AFL Fantasy coaches, with injuries continuing to affect completed teams and forcing more unexpected trades heading into the final month of the season. Croxy also provides some insights into injuries to our premium players this year, and how they stack up vs years prior. The boys review their scores, rankings and team values before handing out their Brownlow votes and naming the biggest flops of the round. Rowan Marshall continues his outstanding run, Harry Sheezel strengthens his lead in the Lockout Brownlow, and the frustration with Christian Petracca reaches a new level. With league finals beginning next week, the episode focuses on the best trade targets for Round 20, including Wayne Milera, Isaac Rankine, Bailey Smith and Lachie Whitfield. The boys also discuss whether Rowan Marshall can maintain his scoring once Tom De Koning returns, along with the rookies and value options that could help coaches complete their teams. There is also a breakdown of the latest injuries and suspensions, including Max Holmes, Joe Richards and Zorko, before Just the Tips returns with the boys’ predictions for Round 20.

he run home is officially here with just six rounds remaining! Missing Josh and Ryan this week, but Croxy and Hawko are here to break down all the biggest AFL Fantasy talking points from Round 18 before previewing Round 19. We discuss our scores, rankings and trade plans, hand out Lockout Brownlow votes, name our biggest flops of the week, and analyse the latest injury carnage. We also dive into whether Bailey Smith is finally a must have, Rowan Marshall's incredible form, but is it too late to get on him with TDK almost back? Harry Sheezel's dominant Lockout Brownlow lead, the best upgrade targets, rookie cash cows and how we're planning to navigate another week full of injuries and suspensions. If you're chasing rankings over the final six rounds, this is the episode you don't want to miss.

The boys are back, and technical difficulties mean that I can't edit out Ryan's coughing, and his daughter in the background, so apologies for that. The bye rounds are finally behind us, but now comes the most important stretch of the AFL Fantasy season. This week the boys review Round 17, compare rankings, cash generation and team values before setting their sights on Round 18. We hand out Brownlow votes, call out the biggest Fantasy flops, and break down the hottest trade targets heading into another crucial week. We also dive into whether Tim English owners have finally had enough, discuss Whitfield's concussion, Xerri's struggles, the best rookie options including Oliver Francou and Noah Mraz, and which premiums should be at the top of your shopping list. Plus, we reveal our own trades, debate each other's decisions, and set our overall ranking goals for the run home.

The bye rounds are finally behind us and the run home has officially begun. After weeks of navigating missing players, injuries and difficult trade decisions, coaches can finally focus on building their best 22 and making a charge up the rankings.  This week, the boys break down their Round 16 scores, rankings and team values, while looking back at how each coach navigated the bye rounds. There is plenty of discussion around the biggest ranking movers, the trade strategies that worked, and the decisions that may have cost coaches valuable ground.  The episode also covers the latest injury news, including Brent Daniels and Tom De Koning, along with the most traded players heading into Round 17. The lads debate premium targets such as Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera, Rowan Marshall and Sam Durham, while also discussing downgrade options and how to finish off your completed team.  Plus, Brownlow votes, flops of the week and Just The Tips all return as the boys look ahead to a huge Round 17 and the start of the run home. If you're looking to make up ground and set your team up for the final stretch of the season, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

Note: Hawko was tuning in from Soeul last night, and due to that, the last 18mins of his audio is currently missing. You may hear some empty gaps when he's talking during the last 18mins of the podcast. Will rectify this if possible. The final bye round is here, and for many AFL Fantasy coaches, this is the week that could shape the rest of the season. Rankings are tightening, finding cash generation to complete your team is harder, and every trade carries more weight than ever before.  This week, the full crew is back together as the boys break down their Round 15 scores, rankings and team values, while discussing how they're planning to attack the final week of the byes. There is plenty of debate around premium targets, value picks, and whether coaches should be chasing points or building towards a completed team.  The episode also dives into the biggest trade decisions of the week, including Jordan De Goey, Sam Durham, Luke Jackson and Jordan Dawson, while touching on injury concerns around Sinclair, Xerri and Tom De Koning. The boys also hand out Brownlow votes, call out the biggest flops of the round, and debate the players who could make or break the run home.  Plus, Just The Tips returns as the lads make their Round 16 predictions and look ahead to what promises to be a huge second half of the fantasy season. If you're looking to finish the bye rounds strongly and set yourself up for a charge home, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

The bye rounds are nearly behind us, but AFL Fantasy coaches still have some massive decisions to make before the run home begins. With rankings continuing to shift, premiums coming off their bye, and cash generation slowing down, every trade is becoming more important than ever.  This week, Josh and Croxy go it alone with Hawko overseas and Ryan sidelined, breaking down their Round 14 scores, rankings and team values as they look to navigate the second last week of the byes.  The boys discuss the standout performers from the round, hand out Brownlow votes, call out the biggest flops, and analyse the players who are helping, or hurting, fantasy coaches right now.  There is also a deep dive into the most traded players, including whether Jordan Dawson is worth paying top dollar for, the appeal of premium defenders like Whitfield, Ash and Noble, and the value options emerging across every line.  The lads also discuss trade plans, injury concerns, rookie cash cows and the key decisions coaches need to make before Round 15 lockout.  Plus, Just the Tips returns as the boys predict the winners for Round 15 and look ahead to what could be a crucial week for coaches trying to set themselves up for the second half of the fantasy season.

The bye rounds are entering their most important stage, and coaches are running out of time to get their teams in shape for the run home. With cash generation slowing, premiums coming off their bye, and Round 17 post-bye structures starting to take shape, every trade matters more than ever.  This week, the boys review their Round 13 scores, rankings and team values, while discussing the biggest winners and losers from the weekend. There’s plenty of debate around trade strategy, premium targets, rookie downgrades and whether coaches should be focusing on value or pushing aggressively towards a completed side.  The episode also covers Brownlow votes, flops of the week, injury news, trade plans and the key players fantasy coaches should be targeting from teams coming off their bye. Plus, the lads discuss the importance of planning ahead for hard Round 16 bye week, and avoiding the mistakes that could derail your season.  With only a handful of weeks remaining before teams should be close to complete, this is the time to separate yourself from the pack and set up for a strong finish to the fantasy season.

The first mid season bye round is behind us, but scores were lower than ever and coaches everywhere felt the impact. With only 30 players across the competition scoring over 100, Round 12 proved just how important squad depth and trade strategy have become.  This week, the boys break down their scores, rankings and team values as the bye rounds continue to test AFL Fantasy coaches. There is plenty of discussion around trade plans, premium targets coming off their bye, rookie downgrade options and how to approach the next few weeks without sacrificing your long-term structure. The episode also covers the fallout from Sam Flanders' season-ending injury, the most traded players in and out, Brownlow votes, flops of the week, injury news and the key decisions coaches need to make heading into Round 13. Plus, Just the Tips returns as the boys predict another huge round of AFL action and try to find an edge during the most important period of the fantasy season.

The bye rounds are here and rankings are starting to shift quickly. Cash generation is slowing down, premiums are underperforming, and trade decisions are becoming more important than ever. This week on The Lockout Podcast, the boys break down everything from Round 11, including failed captain picks, rookie decisions, and the player everyone is rage trading after another horror score. We discuss the best upgrade targets, rookie downgrade options, and how coaches should approach the next few weeks with the bye rounds now in full swing. There’s also a look at injury concerns, returning premiums, and which mid-season draft players could become fantasy relevant. The episode also features Brownlow votes, flops of the week, trade strategy discussion, and plenty of debate around how aggressive coaches should be with the extra trades during the bye rounds. If you’re trying to survive the byes, build cash, and complete your team before the run home, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.