Want the edge in AFL SuperCoach 2026? Choosing the right rucks can define your entire season. In this episode, we break down the best AFL SuperCoach ruck options for 2026, including must-have picks, value targets, breakout candidates and the biggest traps to avoid.

We cover ruck structure, pricing value, scoring upside, ownership trends and the players who can help you gain a serious advantage over your competition. Whether you're locking in a premium ruck combo, chasing value or looking for a POD, this guide will help you build a league-winning strategy.

In this video:

Best AFL SuperCoach rucks for 2026

Must pick premium options

Value plays and breakout candidates

Ruck traps to avoid

R2 strategy and team structure advice

POD ruck selections

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0:00 Welcome back, footy is finally back

1:35 Sponsor shout: Yo-G Frozen Yogurt (Bendigo)

2:17 Practice match recap: Geelong key takeaways

5:03 Hawthorn takeaways: McDonald, Ward, Reeves impressed

7:52 Main topic begins: Rucks, new rules and what changes in 2026

9:44 Brody Grundy: does the early bye matter?

11:23 Mitch Edwards: reality check after practice match

12:55 Toby Nankervis: biggest loser from new ruck rules?

14:16 CDT hype: elite talent but role warning

15:08 Max Gawn: is 690k worth it in 2026?

17:30 Ned Reeves Superman game + Hawks two rucks debate

20:10 Luke Jackson: “have” status with new rules?

22:21 Tim English: back to 125+ territory?

23:15 Clip it: Jackson + English prediction and half marathon bet

24:24 Lachlan McAndrew vs ROB: Round 1 watchlist

26:12 Darcy Cameron: State of Origin ruck pick + bye factor

27:13 TDK at the Saints: massive upside but bye headache

30:14 Liam Reidy ownership: R3 must-have?

31:24 Breaking news: Sam Taylor out 4 weeks (impact)

31:50 Patreon pitch: Q&A, rankings, 1-1 support, SC rings league

33:10 Jordan Sweet: role security vs price problem

34:13 Nick Bryan: injury now, downgrade target later

35:58 Rowan Marshall: forward-only concerns and price drop watch

36:33 Tristan Xerri: can you pay up? rules impact

37:39 Wrap: rucks list recap + tell us who we missed

38:12 Practice match notes crew to follow on X

39:02 Final wrap

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AFL SuperCoach 2026 is almost here and draft season is heating up.

In this episode we run through a full First Round AFL SuperCoach Mock Draft, breaking down every single pick, explaining the strategy behind each selection and identifying the must pick guns you need to build a league winning squad.

We cover:

• Who deserves Pick 1 in 2026

• Safe premium selections vs high ceiling risks

• Draft structure strategy for the early rounds

• When to prioritise midfield depth vs key position scarcity

• Potential reaches and value steals

• How to set your team up for long term draft success

If you are preparing for your AFL SuperCoach Draft league, this is your blueprint for Round 1. Whether you are drafting from the front, middle or back end, understanding how the first round unfolds can shape your entire season.

Drop your draft position in the comments and tell us who you are targeting.

Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, draft strategy, team reveals, POD watch and league winning insights throughout the 2026 season.

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In this episode, Squid breaks down his full AFL SuperCoach squad ahead of Round 1, explaining the strategy behind his structure, premium selections, mid-priced plays and cash cow setup. We dive into his captaincy plans, bye structure, POD targets and the key decisions that could shape the early rounds of the season.

Is he going guns and rookies? Balanced build? Loading up on early value? Every line is analysed so you can see the reasoning behind each pick and apply it to your own team.

If you’re finalising your AFL SuperCoach side, this is the blueprint you need before lockout.

Drop your team structure in the comments and let us know:

Who’s your biggest POD?

Which premium are you fading?

What’s your Round 1 captaincy plan?

Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team reveals, trade targets, POD watch and league-winning strategy all season long.

Subscribe for weekly AFL SuperCoach analysis, team previews, POD watch, breakouts and league-winning strategy. https://linktr.ee/supercoachinsight

Patreon: If you want the full experience and actual weekly edges, our Patreon is where everything lives. Exclusive podcasts and articles, weekly team reveals and trades, subscriber Q&A, consensus position rankings, premium Discord access, and direct 1-1 access to the hosts.

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00:00 Welcome Back to Between the Arcs (2026 Kick Off)

01:00 Squid’s 2025 Finish Review – Top 1% & Trade Chaos

02:40 2026 Team Reveal Begins – Blank Canvas Strategy

03:10 Cone of the Week Returns

05:00 Defensive Structure – Rosy, Dale & POD Picks

09:00 Midfield Locks – Butters, Daicos & Dunkley

13:10 League Giveaway & Patreon Bonus Announced

13:20 Ruck Strategy – Fading Xerri? Jackson & Cameron Debate

26:30 Forward Line Breakdown – Sheezel, Darcy & Value Plays

35:50 Live Q&A – Pods, Cash Cows & Season Predictions

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