The boys break down Melbourne’s confusing and frustrating 2025 season, a list packed with talent that still couldn’t find consistency. Despite glimpses from the kids and another elite year from Max Gawn, the Demons struggled to support their stars and finished well below expectations.

We unpack Melbourne’s list changes, including the arrivals of Jack Steele, CJ, Max Heath and Brody Mihocek, alongside major outs like Clayton Oliver, Christian Petracca, Charlie Spargo and Jack Billings. The panel debates under performers, who boomed, and identifies breakout candidates for 2026.

Ultimate pick discussions centre on whether you trust Jack Steele in a new midfield, gamble on Pickett’s ceiling, or lean back into Max Gawn as the safest premium in the game. We finish with brutal ladder predictions that suggest Melbourne may have a lot of work to do...