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.