Zero Tackle NRL Podcast

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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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 squad. The Dragons and Dolphins have been busy to retain key names and bolster their rosters for the future, while the Warriors have been linked to multiple moves amid their premiership push. The boys also also run through the Recruit Rater to give verdicts on some of the biggest moves for 2026, and dive into the state of the North Queensland Cowboys’ squad.

⬇️ Today's Rundown:
00:00 Intro
01:02 Done Deals
07:26 On The Move
11:24 Whispers
17:35 Burning Question
22:57 Recruit Rater
26:15 State of Play: North Queensland Cowboys
32:09 What's Coming Up?

Recorded on 11/08/2026

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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. ‘Fair or Foul’ raises questions over the Panthers, Sea Eagles, Warriors and the NRL as a whole, with New Zealand’s premiership credentials also flagged. Plus a dive into the impact of the new kick-off rule, and a look at the role of back rows and centres 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.

Editor's Note: had a bit of a tech issue with the Coach's Corner overlay. Stay tuned on our socials for a clearer version

⬇️ Today's Rundown:
00:00 Welcome to Loose Carry
02:36 2027 Dragons preview
09:24 Fair or Foul
27:03 Warriors are the real deal
28:48 Kick-off Trials
33:31 Coach's Corner
41:31 What's Coming up?

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Recorded on 10/08/2026

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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 upcoming off-seasons and what the future looks like for each. Plus, the boys dissect the appointment of Matt King as coach of the New South Wales Blues.

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
02:01 Matt King anointed NSW Coach
04:39 Matt King Story
09:13 St George Illawarra Dragons
15:14 Brisbane Broncos
23:47 Gold Coast Titans
31:40 What's Coming Up?

Recorded on 07/08/2026

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