Zero Tackle NRL Podcast

One point was all that separated the Sydney Roosters and Newcastle Knights in the 2026 NRL Grand Final, and the fallout has already begun. The team react to the Chooks' 19-18 win, debating whether the Knights should have been beaten by 50 or produced one of the best defensive performances a grand final has ever seen, before turning to the big questions: is James Tedesco retiring, does the "bought premierships" tag hurt Trent Robinson's legacy, and are the premiers a chance to miss the finals next year? The boys also run through the Kangaroos squad for the 2026 Rugby League World Cup, including the injury gambles on Latrell Mitchell and Tom Trbojevic and a theory on why Selwyn Cobbo was left out. Plus, Coach's Corner becomes Coach's Court as Lee names the coaches under the most pressure in 2027.

Loose takes on real news, Loose Carry is Zero Tackle’s weekly show discussing and dissecting all the hottest talking points in the world of rugby league and the NRL, featuring host Mitch Keating, Zero Tackle’s Darren Parkin and Rugby League Coach Lee Addison.

⬇️ Today's Rundown:

00:00 Welcome to Loose Carry

02:04 Number Up

03:54 Grand Final recap: first reactions

05:12 Lee's three reflections

08:43 Should Ponga have been sin binned?

09:23 Fair or Foul: Phoenix Crossland

10:50 Fair or Foul: The Knights

13:00 Best players on the night

15:30 Fair or Foul: Mark Nawaqanitawase

17:07 James Tedesco retiring?

18:05 Trent Robinson's legacy

25:00 Fair or Foul: the Roosters won't make the eight in 2027

27:31 World Club Challenge

28:28 Grand Final entertainment

30:12 Kangaroos squad

38:20 Nathan Cleary injury update

40:09 Coach's Corner: Coach's Court

50:21 Plugs

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Recorded on 05/10/2026

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Just over a month away from November 1, there’s plenty to discuss in the player movement space, with the NRL Contract Show running through the latest deals and rumours. Canterbury sit as one of the busier clubs as a number of senior players are linked to the exit, while a number of Origin-calibre players are also catching headlines. Plus, final gradings on the 2026 class of recruits, and a look at the state of Canberra’s squad build.⬇️ Today's Rundown:00:00 Intro01:17 Done Deals05:21 On The Move09:11 The Whispers14:44 Recruit Rater18:44 Raiders State of Play24:32 What's Coming up?Recorded on 29/09/2026FOLLOW Zero Tackle on social media:NEWS: http://www.zerotackle.comFB: https://www.facebook.com/zerotackleTW: https://twitter.com/zerotackleIG: https://www.instagram.com/zerotackle/T: https://www.tiktok.com/@zerotackle

An unlikely grand final matchup between the Sydney Roosters and Newcastle Knights is set for Sunday night’s 2026 NRL Grand Final after an eventful preliminary final weekend. The team break down where the two games were won and lost, highlighting the impact of Nathan Cleary’s injury and the potential conspiracy theory that has come from the incident involving Phoenix Crossland, as well as the Chooks’ demolition of The Dolphins. The boys also debate the game’s No.1 winger, the NRL entertainment fiasco, and whether this has been the best finals series of the past decade. Plus, a tackling focus for Coach’s Corner and a preview of this week’s Dally M.

Loose takes on real news, Loose Carry is Zero Tackle’s weekly show discussing and dissecting all the hottest talking points in the world of rugby league and the NRL, featuring host Mitch Keating, Zero Tackle’s Darren Parkin and Rugby League Coach Lee Addison.

⬇️ Today's Rundown:

00:00 Welcome to Loose Carry

02:55 Number Up

05:29 Best finals series this decade?

06:57 Knights def. Panthers

10:24 Nathan Cleary Injury

14:46 FoF: Phoenix Crossland

19:44 FoF: Sandon Smith

21:02 Roosters def. Dolphins

22:43 FoF: Dolphins

25:03 FoF: Sam Walker

26:46 FoF: Mark Nawaqanitawase

28:50 Dally M

31:14 Grand Final Preview

35:57 FoF: Grand Final Entertainment

42:05 Coach's Corner

49:05 Plugs

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Recorded on 21/09/2026

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After a week off the boys are back to run through all the latest news in the NRL player movement space, with the rumour mill seeing the likes of South Sydney superstar Latrell Mitchell, Brisbane’s Jordan Riki and Penrith Panther Blaize Talagi linked to the open market. The boys take a look at what might come next for Cronulla in the wake of the Sharks’ finals exit, as well as the state of play for Parramatta’s squad as the Eels look to fill their remaining spots for 2027.

⬇️ Today's Rundown:

00:00 Intro

01:48 Done Deals

05:36 On The Move

10:07 The Whispers

15:20 Cronulla Burning Question

21:15 Eels State of Play

27:14 What's Coming up?

Recorded on 22/09/2026

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The Loose Carry NRL Podcast question whether New Zealand and Cronulla had failing seasons in 2026 after the two clubs exited the finals race with semi-final defeats over the weekend. A big call is made on Cronulla and the Sharks’ tenure under Craig Fitzgibbon, while the crew also discuss Nicho Hynes’ value to the team. The Roosters’ win sees them progress to a mouth-watering preliminary final against The Dolphins, with the Chooks’ attack a focus for Coach’s Corner, while Newcastle will take on Penrith as both sides have selection calls to make.Loose takes on real news, Loose Carry is Zero Tackle’s weekly show discussing and dissecting all the hottest talking points in the world of rugby league and the NRL, featuring host Mitch Keating, Zero Tackle’s Darren Parkin and Rugby League Coach Lee Addison.⬇️ Today's Rundown:00:00 Welcome to Loose Carry01:44 Knights def. Warriors19:23 Roosters def. Sharks31:37 Dolphins vs. Roosters Preview38:30 Panthers vs. Knights Preview40:49 Coach's Corner45:28 What's coming up?🏉 Want to take your Rugby League Coaching to the next level?https://rugbyleaguecoach.com.au/coachmentor/Recorded on 21/09/2026FOLLOW Zero Tackle on social media:NEWS: http://www.zerotackle.comFB: https://www.facebook.com/zerotackleTW: https://twitter.com/zerotackleIG: https://www.instagram.com/zerotackle/T: https://www.tiktok.com/@zerotackle

The Loose Carry NRL Podcast crew recap an eventful opening week of the 2026 NRL finals series, with The Dolphins and Penrith progressing to preliminary finals as the Cowboys and Rabbitohs exit the race. The team highlight the key difference between the Warriors and Dolphins, with the victorious Queensland side a focus in this week’s Coach’s Corner segment. The future of South Sydney veteran Cody Walker is also under the microscope off the back of Newcastle’s upset win over the Rabbitohs, while the Bunker and crowd figures from the weekend also raised some eyebrows.

The season of NRL player departures is here, with as many five clubs confirming long lists of exits as delistings and transfer moves are locked in. A Melbourne star, aNew Zealand playmaker and a North Queensland forward are all set to test the open market, while a Parramatta veteran looks set to remain an Eel. In a Zero Tackle exclusive, a key piece at Canterbury is expected to turn down PNG’s advances, while the boys look at the issue with Jarome Luai’s move to the Eels, and the state of the Warriors’ squad build.

⬇️ Today's Rundown:

00:00 Intro

01:45 Done Deals

08:46 On The Move

12:00 The Whispers

15:36 Burning Question

21:10 State of Play: Warriors

25:02 What's Coming up?

Recorded on 08/09/2026

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With the 2026 NRL season in the rearview mirror, the Loose Carry team preview the first week of the finals and review each of the nine teams that missed the top eight. ‘Fair or Foul’ raises questions over system vs talent, a Wildcard finals system, the future of the Dragons, and if a Big Brother-style reality show for the PNG Chiefs compound would be must-watch. Plus, a look at South Sydney’s premiership chances.

Loose takes on real news, Loose Carry is Zero Tackle’s weekly show discussing and dissecting all the hottest talking points in the world of rugby league and the NRL, featuring host Mitch Keating, Zero Tackle’s Darren Parkin and Rugby League Coach Lee Addison.

⬇️ Today's Rundown:

00:00 Welcome to Loose Carry

02:17 Number Up

04:37 Panthers/Warriors

06:40 Wildcard

12:22 Dragons

14:49 PNG Chiefs Big Brother

18:00 Assessing the Non-Finalists

34:48 Finals Week 1 Preview

42:57 Coach's Corner: Souths

48:00 What's coming up?

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Recorded on 07/09/2026

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The Penrith Panthers continue to be a key player in the NRL player movement space as premiership stalwarts Isaah Yeo, Moses Leota, Liam Martin and Nathan Cleary weigh up their future, with the latter potentially on the end of a $1.5 million offer from a rival club. Parramatta are also busy wheeling and dealing, setting their sights on an Origin back, which could spark another club’s pursuit for a representative player of their own. The boys also look at some of the biggest names set to hit the open market on November 1, and look at some potential landing spots for Bradman Best.⬇️ Today's Rundown:00:00 Intro01:58 Done Deals06:24 On The Move09:55 The Whispers15:05 Burning Question21:11 Landing Spots: Bradman Best25:10 What's Coming up?Recorded on 01/08/2026FOLLOW Zero Tackle on social media:NEWS: http://www.zerotackle.comFB: https://www.facebook.com/zerotackleTW: https://twitter.com/zerotackleIG: https://www.instagram.com/zerotackle/T: https://www.tiktok.com/@zerotackle

The Loose Carry team dive into the form of the sides set for finals after the top eight was locked in with one round remaining, with Cronulla’s credentials questioned after a poor showing against Parramatta. The Dolphins have been backed as a real threat in the premiership race, while the Roosters could fall behind after another injury concern. Plus, a verdict on the NRL’s late-season kick-off trial, Jacob Saifiti’s MRC incident, and a look at Brisbane’s struggling defence.

Loose takes on real news, Loose Carry is Zero Tackle’s weekly show discussing and dissecting all the hottest talking points in the world of rugby league and the NRL, featuring host Mitch Keating, Zero Tackle’s Darren Parkin and Rugby League Coach Lee Addison.

⬇️ Today's Rundown:

00:00 Welcome to Loose Carry

02:59 Saifiti Send-off

07:41 Fair or Foul

25:17 Health Check

33:05 Final Round Scenarios

35:30 Contender or Pretender

37:24 Coach's Corner

44:55 Jai Arrow + Wayne Bennett

46:18 What's coming up?

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Recorded on 31/08/2026

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