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.

Sports
126
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
127
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
128
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
129
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
130
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
131
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
132
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
133
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
134
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
135
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
136
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
137
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
138
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
139
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
140
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
141
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
142
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
143
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
144
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
145
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
146
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
147
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
148
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
149
Red Time: Why the Cats will decline in 2024; Ea...
This week on Red Time, Jarryd Barca and Jake Michaels debate Harry McKay's goal kicking and Geelong's 2024 prospects, quash the Collingwood 'premiership hangover' talks, and name their surprise All-Australian selections for the season.
36 min
150
AFL: How Dimma is using his 'shiny new toys', M...
This week, the team breaks down every Opening Round result, and looks at how Dimma is using his 'shiny new toys', plus the MRO and goal celebrations come under fire.
49 min