Round 18 delivered big moments with finals just around the corner. The Blues and Lions went head-to-head in a blockbuster clash, reigniting rivalries and bringing heat to the top 8 race. The Crows and Doggies battled to prove who’s a genuine finals threat, while the Suns faced their biggest test yet in a make-or-break showdown. Plenty of drama, clutch plays, and statements made as we hit the business end of the season.

You all wanted another big guest on the Rip Through it podcast, so we went out and got the AFL's most sought after future star, Brisbane Lions young gun and premiership player Logan Morris!

In what was one of our favourite chats we ask everything about his AFL debut and his maccas choice, the draft night twists and turns, how did he crack the Lions dominating forward line, the incredible mindset after getting dropped before the 2024 finals.

After back-to-back bags of 5 goals we wanted to know who the hardest defenders are to play on, what sort of motivation he has going forward after winning the premiership in just his first year of AFL football and much, much more!

Round 18 is heating up! We kick things off with some NRL State of Origin chat before delving into the chat we had on Tuesday with rising star, Brisbane Lions young gun Logan Morris.

We then unpack the latest on the Zorko incident and answer a fan favourite - "Who wins the Mitch Robinson Meal" when The under pressure Blues host the Brisbane Lions.

Preview three huge games for the round:

Carlton vs Brisbane – Has Vossy been really threatened? Robbo makes bold predictions in a "best vs best" clash.

Suns vs Pies – Is this the biggest game in Suns history? And which players can genuinely win it off their own boot?

Dogs vs Crows – We dive into what's at stake for both sides, who really wants to be a top 4 team?

Plus, we wrap it up with our classic Quick Tips for Round 18!

In Episode 30 the boys Robbo wraps up his wild local footy stint in Broken Hill. We break down the ladder after Round 16, predict the finals, and dive into some spicy topics:

- Should AFL players have a say in rule changes?

- What’s the go with the SCG surface?

-Can Tom Atkins break the all-time tackle record?

-Is Max Gawn the best ruck of all time?

Plus, Robbo tests Matho’s footy knowledge, we review all the big Round 16 games, and preview a MASSIVE Round 17 including: Blues vs Pies blockbuster, Lions vs Power at the Gabba, Swans vs Freo clash finishing with QUICK TIPS for the round!

In this episode, we dive into a huge weekend of footy with plenty of twists, questions, and headlines. From must win clashes to funny footy theories (ROSS CUP), here's everything you need to know heading into Round 16.

Timestamps & Match Previews:

5:08 – Port Adelaide vs CarltonWe kick off with a deep dive into the Power vs Blues clash. If the Blues get smashed, will their coach get sacked?

11:00 – Sydney Swans vs Western BulldogsWhat will this result say about Sydney’s season and will the Dogs show enough to still be in the a big finals threat?

12:15 – Who Can Reach 400 Games?A quick pause from match recaps to ask the big question: who’s next to join the exclusive 400-game club? Is McCluggage a sneaky contender? We break down the possibilities.

14:31 – Gold Coast Suns vs Melbourne DemonsGold Coast are building something, but do they have enough against the Dees? Or will Melbourne remind everyone why they’re still a good team?

16:36 – Hawthorn vs North MelbourneA battle of the 2 twos who claim tTasmania, with plenty of youth and heart. We talk Hawks’ improvement, North’s fight, and where both clubs are heading.

21:40 – Collingwood vs West Coast EaglesThis could get ugly, no comment.

25:29 – Richmond vs Adelaide CrowsAnother game not worth our time, if the Crows want to demolish bottom of the ladder teams... Do it now.

27:10 – Fremantle vs St Kilda (The ROSS CUP)A Ross Lyon grudge match! We go deep on Freo’s rise, St Kilda’s inconsistencies, and how both sides stack up.

30:38 – Quick Tips for Round 16We wrap things up with our lightning-fast tips for every game in Round 16. Upsets, locks, and everything in between.

In this episode, we kick things off with a powerful chat about Jamarra Ugle-Hagan and his recent headlines (1:30), before diving into the current AFL ladder and what it means heading into the back half of the season (5:12).

We then unpack some quickfire talking points, including:The AFL’s surprise move to buy Waverley Park (10:32) Matt Rowell’s new two-year deal (12:33) Logan Morris' rise and role (13:40) Joe asks the question on everyone’s mind – What is happening with the Baggers? (16:31), before we talk through the Suns' shaky form recently (22:02), whether Max King needs a fresh start (22:30), and the latest from Jack Riewoldt (23:19).To wrap it up, we look at which finals contenders have a tough month ahead and who might fall into the fridge (25:54).

Tune in for all the latest across the league.

In one of the most powerful and emotional episodes of Rip Through It yet, Western Bulldogs star Jamarra Ugle-Hagan opens up for the first time like never before.After months away from footy, Jamarra sits down with former AFL players Mitch Robinson and Rhys Mathieson to share the raw truth behind his absence, from hitting rock bottom and battling dark thoughts, to rebuilding his mental health at a rehab retreat in Byron Bay.Jamarra speaks courageously about the trauma he experienced growing up on the Framlingham Aboriginal mission, the mental toll of racism and media pressure and what drives his passion to return and win a flag for the Doggies.

Ahead of this weeks footy action, the boys have a look at the current ladder standings and the movers and shakers in the past 2 weeks.

What is the current state of the game like in 2025? A lot of fans are disengaged and unhappy with the quality of football at the moment.Are the two Geelong stars Max Holmes and Bailey Smith at A-Graders or not? David Zita's refreshing tweet taking responsibility for an incorrect statement, Jamarra Ugle-Hagan is back at Bulldogs training, where exactly is the St.Kilda FC at and did we expect them to be any better?

3 big games to focus on in Round 15 and that includes Patrick Dangerfields 350th as the Cats take on the Lions Friday night, Port Adelaide knocking on top 8's doors as they try to beat Swans on Saturday and the Giants take on Gold Coast Subns in a must win game Sunday.

The boys are back with a big Round 14 Preview and they didn't hold back on their feelings towards a certain journalist.Should AFLW players be inducted already into the AFL Hall of Fame, 3 big games on this weekend that can shape the top 8 dramatically and is the Gawn May confromtations more common than you think?

Robbo is playing Div12 ressies this weekend, ex-players in the media now commenting way too harshly on current players having an opinion, beach punishment for the sydney swans after being demolished by the crows, review round 12 and preview the big games for round 13.

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