The ESPN Footy Podcast

Join ESPN Australia's Matt Walsh and Jake Michaels, along with Champion Data's Christian Joly, as they discuss the hot topics in the AFL, and join Isadora McLeay and AFLW players Eleanor Brown and Imogen Evans talking all things women's footy -- all on the ESPN Footy Podcast.

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AFL: Crows' woes laid bare; analysing the bye t...
This week, we look at the Crows' 'unsustainable' numbers, the Hawks' past six weeks, and look at how positions like 'winger' and 'general forward' are determined. Plus analysis on every bye team.
61 min
102
Red Time: We're still not convinced by these 't...
On Red Time this week, our trusty video guy from the control room Alex Hatzikostas stepped up to the plate (well, the desk) to join Jake Michaels while our regular hosts Matt and Jarryd were unavailable, discussing the top eight teams they still don't trust, the bottom 10 teams they do trust, why Dusty should have played on Thursday night, and long term contracts in the AFL. Plus, they look ahead to the Carlton-Essendon and Melbourne-Collingwood blockbusters.
28 min
103
AFL: Could Daicos end up as GOAT? (hear us out!...
This week, we look at the Demons' inconsistent first half of the year, while Jake makes the case that Nick Daicos might have the highest ceiling of any midfielder in history. Plus 100X updates and more!
58 min
104
AFL Mid-Season Draft special: Who was the steal...
In a special episode of the podcast, ESPN's draft expert Jasper Chellappah joins Jake and Jarryd to unwrap the 2024 Mid-Season Draft, including who your club picked up and which players can have an immediate AFL impact this season. Plus, which team pulled off the biggest 'steal'?
25 min
105
AFL: End of the two ruck era? Biggest 'turnover...
This week, we look at the players whose turnovers get punished the most, analyse whether playing two rucks is a help or hindrance, and examine home vs. away form. Plus Chad Warner and more
64 min
106
Red Time: Are AFL games too long?; A midseason ...
On Red Time this week, Jarryd and Jake assess why we're seeing so many soft tissue injuries this season, debate the idea of a midseason trade period, discuss which teams have the best one-two player combos, and put the spotlight on the teams that are under the most pressure to perform this weekend. Plus, is Harley Reid a top 50 player in the game?
38 min
107
AFL: All things 'running bounce'; just how good...
This week, the team looks at Harley Reid's career so far, which teams are up there with Sydney as flag favourites, all things 'running bounce', and more!
60 min
108
Red Time: Curnow the greatest forward since...?...
On Red Time, Jarryd and Jake debate the pros and cons of Thursday night footy, compare Charlie Curnow to the best modern day key forwards, discuss Chris Scott's umpire comments, whether North should receive more draft assistance, and more.
32 min
109
AFL: We were wrong about the Bombers; 'Darwin S...
This week, the team discusses the legitimacy of Essendon's finals push, plus we talk the 'Darwin Suns', Melbourne's front half woes, and the NBA Draft lottery.
48 min
110
Red Time: Powell comments ‘pathetic’; who is th...
On Red Time, Jarryd and Jake react to Wil Powell's five-game suspension and the AFL's 'premiership ring' proposal, reveal this season's most underrated players, analyse this week's games, and much more!
32 min
111
AFL: Top eight changes we'll see; best kicks fr...
The ESPN Footy Podcast team reveal the best shots at goal from beyond 50 metres and debate how many more changes to the top eight we will see, while Luke Beveridge and Matt Owies are both put under the spotlight.
55 min
112
Red Time: Who is the current face of the AFL?
On Red Time, Jarryd and Jake discuss who they think is the face of the AFL today, ask if the Showdown is now the game's best rivalry, heap praise on 'the best coach of the modern era', and heaps more!
32 min
113
AFL: The five best players of the season; It's ...
The ESPN Footy Podcast team reveal the five best players of the season (so far), debate whether draws should still exist for home-and-away fixtures, and discuss where Jamie Elliott's mark ranks among modern day hangers. Plus, ever wondered what the 'pressure gauge' graphic is on footy broadcasts and how it works? Christian helps us break it all down.
59 min
114
Red Time: Harley Reid vs. Nick Daicos debate; w...
On Red Time, Jarryd and Jake discuss Reid vs. Daicos, ask if North will actually win a game this season, revisit Dimma's bullish comments about the Suns' list, and heaps more!
34 min
115
AFL: Latest Toby Greene debate; The game's luck...
This week, the team debate the Toby Greene incident, analyse the current state of AFL umpiring, and take a deep dive into 'expected scores' to reveal who the luckiest teams are through six rounds.
57 min
116
Red Time: Is it time to ban Anzac guernseys?; T...
On Red Time, Jarryd and Jake ask whether it's poor form for clubs to release Anzac guernseys, discuss if we should still celebrate courageous acts following Nathan Murphy's medical retirement, and heaps more.
35 min
117
AFL: The three teams nailing Champion Data's pr...
Now all teams have played five games we look at which teams are nailing the premiership metrics. Plus we chat Jason Dunstall, and if it's time to change Brownlow eligibility.
56 min
118
Red Time: 'Grubby' Dees' terrible optics; shoul...
On Red Time this week, Matt and Jake discuss Melbourne's 'grubby' decision to challenge Kysaiah Pickett's ban, plus they debate who is worth 10 millions over 10 years, and more.
28 min
119
AFL: Why Bombers are 'bottom four' material; be...
This week, the team analyses the Jekyll and Hyde Bombers and look at the kings of red time goals, and uncover some very quirky Gather Round stats.
61 min
120
Red Time: Genuine contenders ranked; does the A...
This week, we discuss which teams are showing signs of being genuine contenders, whether the Tigers should trade Tom Lynch, while we also chat Gather Round, pitch invaders, and more.
23 min
121
AFL: Shots from free kicks - teams and players ...
This week, we look at the teams and players who kick the most goals from free kicks, plus discussion on Port's unbelievable loss and the latest on why the Crows are struggling.
48 min
122
Red Time: Explosive AFL drug claims; Would Rich...
This week on Red Time, Jarryd Barca and Jake Michaels discuss bombshell drug claims that were aired in parliament during the week, Peter Wright's tribunal case, the best key forwards since 2000, and ask whether North Melbourne deserve a marquee fixture.
40 min
123
AFL: Swans leading the newest trend; Pies lacki...
This week, the team looks at the Swans leading a new trend in footy, while we also discuss what's gone wrong with the Pies. Plus, listener questions, and Isaac Heeney's incredible start to the year.
57 min
124
Red Time: ‘Most overpaid player in the AFL’; Bu...
This week on Red Time, Jarryd Barca and Jake Michaels discuss the average form of Andrew Gaff, debate which of Zak Butters or Connor Rozee will have a better career, and the insufficient intent rule comes under fire.
34 min
125
AFL: Assessing the 0-2 Grand Finalists; Dogs 'j...
This week, the team looks at where last year's Grand Finalists are getting beaten, plus a heated debate on where the Bulldogs are at after their big loss to the Dees.
56 min