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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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 Newcastle star could also depart as he assesses the open market, while the boys discuss what comes next for AJ Brimson after Gold Coast’s cut-throat call. Plus, the latest NRL player movement whispers and a look at the state of Canterbury’s squad build.

⬇️ Today's Rundown:

00:00 Intro

01:03 Done Deals

07:10 On The Move

10:40 The Whispers

16:19 Burning Question

20:52 State of Play: Canterbury Bulldogs

27:02 What's Coming up?

Recorded on 25/08/2026

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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 campaign. ‘Fair or Foul’ raises questions over where the Warriors and Roosters sit in the premiership race, and what last year’s winner means for what’s to come. Plus, a look at the sides outside the top eight, and a focus on the Warriors’ attack for Coach’s Corner.

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

01:58 Joey Manu signs with PNG

14:47 Perth's Best 19

15:36 Fair or Foul

26:25 Who deserves the top 8 spots?

28:27 Non-Finals teams

32:47 Coach's Corner

38:04 What's coming up?

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Recorded on 24/08/2026

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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 also ponder the concept of the NRL having a ‘Wildcard Round’, which would extend the finals series to a top 10. In the latest instalment of their 2026 review series, the Wests Tigers, Parramatta Eels and Manly Sea Eagles are under the microscope.

Hosted by NRL premiership players Ryan Hoffman and Chad Townsend, The Boardroom NRL Podcast takes a wide lens look at the state of rugby league, delivering big picture, no nonsense views on the NRL.

⬇️ THE AGENDA:

00:00 Welcome to the Boardroom

04:34 Billy Slater steps down

10:53 What's next for Billy Slater?

13:59 NRL wildcard final?

21:20 Wests Tigers

28:42 Parramatta Eels

33:56 Manly Sea Eagles

41:35 What's coming up?

Recorded on 18/08/2026

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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 whether the Broncos could claim the wooden spoon and if the playing group is entitled, if the NRL has a new No.1 entertainer, and what Craig Fitzgibbon must do to avoid pressure on his job. Plus, a look at the run home with three weeks left, and a focus on hookers for Coach’s Corner with Lee Addison.

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

02:18 Brisbane Broncos

06:14 Broncos have the most entitled players?

16:39 Leka Halasima

17:59 Craig Fitzgibbon pressure gauge

23:11 Finals race is heating up

29:13 Ryan Matterson retirement

31:02 Coach's Corner

35:40 What's coming up?

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Recorded on 17/08/2026

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