Zero Tackle NRL Podcast

NRL CONTRACT SHOW: NRL superstar to test the market + Bronco seeks exit

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 La

LOOSE CARRY: A BIG call on Cronulla + the NRL’s most underrated player

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

LOOSE CARRY: What cost the Warriors a win + another NRL bunker issue

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 Cowb

THE CONTRACT SHOW: Canterbury forward to turn down NRL rival + latest player departures

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

LOOSE CARRY: The NRL Finals dark horse with “one of the best attacks” in the league

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. ‘F

NRL CONTRACT SHOW: Rival’s HUGE play for Nathan Cleary + Origin duo gain interest

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

LOOSE CARRY: Cronulla SLAMMED after “rubbish” Eels loss + verdict on NRL rule trial

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 aft

NRL CONTRACT SHOW: Four NRL stars demanding MAMMOTH deals + Canterbury state of play

The NRL Contract Show discuss the wave of players keen to land big money moves, with a Sydney Roosters playmaker, Canberra forward and Penrith champion among them. A Newc

LOOSE CARRY: Questions raised over two NRL contenders + the coach facing HUGE pressure in 2027 ft. @TheLeaguie ​

The Loose Carry NRL Podcast crew discuss Joey Manu’s move move to the PNG Chiefs, and where the headline signing leaves the Perth Bears on the eve of their inaugural NRL

THE BOARDROOM: Billy Slater’s next move + an NRL Wildcard Round

Ryan Hoffman and Chad Townsend discuss Billy Slater’s departure from the role of Queensland coach, with Chad adamant of where the Maroons great is heading next. The boys

LOOSE CARRY: Brisbane’s entitlement + the NRL’s new most entertaining player ft. @TheLeaguie ​

The Brisbane Broncos suffered arguably their worst loss of the year as they fall closer to the bottom of the ladder in their premiership defence. ‘Fair or Foul’ asks whet

NRL CONTRACT SHOW: Dragons and Dolphins busy + Penrith’s next move

After breaking the news in May, Zero Tackle editor Scott Pryde covers the latest in Brain To’o’s move to the PNG Chiefs, and what it means for the future of Penrith’s squ

LOOSE CARRY: A BIG call on the 2027 Dragons + a potential Panthers weakness ft. @TheLeaguie ​

Phoenix, Lee and Zero Tackle reporter Leo Twemlow are joined by The Leaguie to recap a shock St George Illawarra win, and assess how high the Dragons can fly in 2027. ‘Fa

THE BOARDROOM: Defending Michael Maguire + the NRL’s “sleeping giant”

Hoffy and Chad run their eye over the current bottom three clubs in the NRL - St George Illawarra, Brisbane and Gold Coast - to recap their 2026 seasons, and assess their

LOOSE CARRY: Laurie Daley departs + a deep dive on the Cowboys defence

The Loose Carry team react to Laurie Daley’s decision to step down as NSW coach and break down where it all went wrong for North Queensland in the Cowboys’ 12-82 hammerin

NRL CONTRACT SHOW: Latest PNG targets + Cleary shuts down rumour

Zero Tackle editor Scott Pryde is joined by Phoenix Trinidad to discuss all of the latest NRL player movement news and whispers, with the PNG Chiefs busy once more after

LOOSE CARRY: The Adam Doueihi drama + Foran in “free fall”

The Loose Carry team react to the latest news regarding wantaway Wests Tigers playmaker Adam Doueihi, who looks set to depart the club after a rift with coach Benji Marsh

THE BOARDROOM: The good, the bad, and the future of NRL club ownership

Hoffy and Chad dive into the history and current state of NRL club ownership, assessing the good and the bad of teams owned by Leagues Clubs compared to private entities.

LOOSE CARRY: The NRL’s MAJOR problem that’s become “a bad look”

The Loose Carry NRL Podcast crew discuss the frustrating weekend of officiating in the league that has caught unwanted headlines amid the competition’s $5.3 billion price

NRL CONTRACT SHOW: South Sydney busy, Papenhuyzen latest + Dragons deep dive

The NRL Contract Show discuss Jarome Luai’s early departure from the Wests Tigers, with the NSW playmaker set to leave the club at the end of the current season, giving h