This week on Red Time, JB and Coxy weigh in on the news at  Carlton and ask if coaches wear too much of the blame in modern footy. They also discuss online abuse directed at Josh Rachele, the criticism of Scott Pendlebury’s celebration, the rare -- and limited -- MCG opportunities given to interstate contenders, and what the Giants do better than anyone!   

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In a special emergency podcast, Matt Walsh and Jake Michaels discuss the news that Michael Voss has stepped down as Blues coach just nine games into the 2026.

So, where do the Blues go from here, is the list good enough, what cultural impacts does this have, and who are the candidates?

00:00 Intro and reaction to the news

04:20 Why Voss didn't work

08:52 Where the list is at

13:30 Who are the coaches available?

19:55 What we want to see from Carlton in the next month

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This week, the team looks at 'Wharfie Time', Geelong's fascinating venue-dependent 'Plan B', and Port's close losses. Plus, the best (and worst) set shots in the AFL, Josh Rachele's celebration, Conor McKenna's Irish 'solo', and more!

Join Matt Walsh, Jarryd Barca, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast.

00:00 Intro and Something You Noticed

09:40 'Wharfie Time' - is it real?

13:40 Geelong's handball metres gained game

23:50 Port's close losses - keep an eye on a record!

28:32 Set shot kings - drop punts and snaps

41:55 Is the hyper justified or is it hyperbole?

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This week on Red Time, JB and Coxy debate whether non-Victorian AFL teams are truly disadvantaged, and chime in on the draws vs. extra time discussion. Plus, they delve into the dwindling Indigenous numbers across the competition, what the Giants should change their name to, and plenty more! 

00:00:00 Introduction

SEGMENT 1 - START, BENCH, DROP

00:03:27 - Non Victorian clubs are disadvantaged

00:06:57 - Extra time during the regular season

00:10:06 - Rebranding the GWS Giants

00:17:40 - The reaction to ‘Whiteboardgate’
00:19:40 - Bronx cheers from fans

00:22:25 - Victoria not being involved in State of Origin

00:24:23 - Extra list spots dedicated for Indigenous players

SEGMENT 2 - HOT STAT CHECKLIST

00:27:20 - HOT STAT CHECKLIST: Powered by StatMate

SEGMENT 3 - DON'T BE SURPRISED IF

00:30:33 - Don't be surprised if....

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ESPN's draft expert Jasper Chellappah joins the team to discuss all the changes to the draft bidding system. Plus, a look at some of the names to know as the junior season kicks into full gear, and a look ahead to the midseason draft.

Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Jasper Chellappah on the ESPN Footy Podcast.

00:00 Intro and welcome

02:10 Changes to the draft

08:50 Cody Walker run down

10:00 Dougie Cochrane, what to know

12:00 Other key names to know 

19:15 Draft depth and top end talent explanation

21:10 Midseason draft FAQs

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This week, we look at the teams who score (and give up) the most 'red time' goals. Plus, The Pies' inside 50s problem, the most improved player in 2026, the Blues, 'Whiteboardgate', and more!

Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast.

00:00 Intro and Something You Noticed

09:28 'Red time' goals - who leaks the most?

13:08 Collingwood's inside 50 efficiency

19:53 How would 'extra time' instead of draws affect Champion Data?

20:52 Most improved players in the AFL

28:20 Carlton, where are they at?

35:50 Current coaches' records in close games

41:40 Is the hype justified or is it hyperbole?

47:30 Top rated players for every position

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This week on Red Time, JB and Coxy chime in on the technology in sport discussion after Round 7 controversies, bemoan the stand rule AGAIN, and ask if its right for Collingwood to manufacture when Scott Pendlebury’s record-breaking game should be, rather than letting it happen naturally. Plus, is Pendles’ golden guernsey too much? Three rucks could be in the AA team, and plenty more!

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This week, the team looks at the ARC's inconsistencies and discuss if it's overreaching. Plus, how to stop Sydney's blitz, Jake updates his definitive 'superstar list', why Champion Data doesn't go retrospectively call stats from the past, some Scott Pendlebury love.

Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast.

00:00 Intro and something you noticed

13:40 The ARC - overreaching?

23:10 Swans and Suns, tale of two handball-heavy teams

35:20 Scott Pendlebury stats

42:38 Superstar list update

50:22 Why doesn't Champion Data back call the 80s and 90s?

55:07 Is the hype justified or is it hyperbole?

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This week on Red Time, JB and Coxy discuss the pros and cons of a mid-season trade period and why a team like the Bulldogs would benefit right now. They also unpack one of the ‘biggest’ and most ‘dangerous’ problems in the sport today, discuss Ross Lyon’s press conferences, compare the Western Derby to a big Victorian rivalry clash, and much more!

This episode touches on mental health and a proposed mental health round in the AFL. If any of the discussion impacts you please know there are resources available to you at Beyond Blue (1300 22 4636) and Lifeline (13 11 14).

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:06:14 - START, BENCH, DROP:

00:06:20 - Injuries are a legitimate excuse

00:12:16 - Ross Lyon’s press conferences

00:14:57 - A designated men’s mental health round

00:18:08 - Players ducking heads to win free kicks

00:20:24 - Essendon’s chances on Anzac Day

00:24:34 - HOT STAT CHECKLIST powered by Statmate

00:29:19 - Don't Be Surprised If...

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This week, the team looks at the Premiership Standards report to see which teams are nailing the key stats. Plus, we dissect Ross Lyon's press conference and dive into the Saints' start to the year, and look at the best milestone games ever after Nick Daicos' Thursday night masterclass.

Join Matt Walsh, Jake Michaels, and Champion Data's Christian Joly on the ESPN Footy Podcast.

00:00 - Intro and Something You Noticed

07:45 - Premiership standards report

21:40 - Fact-checking Ross Lyon

29:10 - Who is underperforming/overperforming?

38:55 - Best milestone games, how did Daicos go?

44:55 - Is the hype justified or is it hyperbole

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