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AFL trade period review: SuperCoach 2026 locks, bargains, and traps! | The Phantom’s Lair

AFL trade period review: SuperCoach 2026 locks, bargains, and traps! | The Phantom’s Lair

In another very early pre-season edition of the Lair, The Phantom, Dos and Al Paton run through all the big deals and what they mean for the…

SuperCoach AFL 2026! Bombshell FWD/MID revealed, early locks, and breakouts! | The Phantom’s Lair

SuperCoach AFL 2026! Bombshell FWD/MID revealed, early locks, and breakouts! | The Phantom’s Lair

The 2025 AFL season is over which only means one thing… SuperCoach 2026 is almost here! As the trade period heats up and we start thinking…

Adam Treloar and Jagga Smith

SuperCoach sneak peek: Six essential 2026 prices revealed

Get an early look at the prices of six players who could play a huge role in SuperCoach next season, from the top-priced defender to some huge bargains.

SuperCoach AFL 2026 draft rankings

Way too early expert 2026 SuperCoach Draft rankings

Pre-season is underway which means it’s time to rank the best SuperCoach Draft picks for next season. See the expert consensus No.1 plus full draft lists.

MELBOURNE, DECEMBER 6, 2024: St Kilda pre-season training at RSEA Park. Mattaes Phillipou. Picture: Mark Stewart

Al Paton’s 13 best buys for SuperCoach 2026

From stars returning from injury to trade recruits, rookies and breakout contenders, see the top SuperCoach targets for 2026.

SuperCoach positions revealed for 2026

Rookies, DPPs: Every 2026 AFL SuperCoach position revealed

See who has gained and lost dual-position status in SuperCoach, positions for next year’s hottest rookies and the biggest lock of 2026. See the list of every single player.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 08: Tristan Xerri of the Kangaroos looks on during the North Melbourne Kangaroos training session at Arden Street on December 08, 2021 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos)

Fixture analysis: Every 2026 bye round, SuperCoach must-haves

More teams cop an early season bye, but it’s a dream run for some SuperCoach favourites. See the hot fantasy takes from the 2026 AFL fixture.

SuperCoach keeper league draft rankings

Ultimate SuperCoach under-23 keeper league draft rankings

Who goes at No.1 in a SuperCoach keeper league draft? Experts rank the AFL’s best young talent to set up a decade of fantasy domination.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 25: Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera of the Saints kicks during a St Kilda Saints AFL training session at RSEA Park on March 25, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

Nine role changes that could make or break SuperCoach in 2026

Will Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera be a midfielder in 2026? Who gets Clayton Oliver’s centre bounces? See the numbers behind the big moves that could deliver SuperCoaches bargains – and busts.

GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 20: Sam Flanders during a Gold Coast Suns AFL training session on January 20, 2025 in Gold Coast, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)

Lock, bargain, avoid: SuperCoach verdict on every traded player

When the trade window closes, another opens for SuperCoaches hunting 2026 steals. Check out predicted prices, state league stats and expert ratings for 35 fantasy prospects.

CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 10: Harry Sheezel of the Kangaroos warms up before the round 22 AFL match between GWS Giants and North Melbourne Kangaroos at Manuka Oval on August 10, 2025 in Canberra, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

Nine big position changes that will shake up SuperCoach 2026

Champion Data has provided an early sneak peek of some of the biggest calls on player positions for SuperCoach 2026. Here are the names to put on your watch list.

GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - MAY 25: Max Holmes of the Cats warms up prior to the round 11 AFL match between Geelong Cats and Greater Western Sydney Giants at GMHBA Stadium on May 25, 2024 in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)

Experts reveal their grand final SuperCoach squads

How do you cram all the Cats and Lions guns into one SuperCoach side? See who the experts are backing in the big dance and their crucial captain and vice-captain picks.

GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 08: Patrick Dangerfield of the Cats warms up during the 2022 AFL Round 04 match between the Geelong Cats and the Brisbane Lions at GMHBA Stadium on April 08, 2022 In Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

How to turbo charge your grand final sweep with SuperCoach

Add fierce fantasy rivalry to your grand final barbecue by selecting your own SuperCoach side for the biggest day of the year. Here’s how it works – and who to pick.

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 14: Jordan De Goey of the Magpies warms up during the 2022 AFL Round 05 match between the Brisbane Lions and the Collingwood Magpies at the Gabba on April 14, 2022 In Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Russell Freeman/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Expert teams: Who wins epic SuperCoach prelim contests?

Buckle in for a huge weekend of action in AFL and fantasy. See who the experts are picking in SuperCoach Finals.

GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 06: Bailey Smith of the Cats in action during a Geelong Cats training session at Deakin University on December 06, 2024 in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

SuperCoach Finals: Hottest picks for epic prelim weekend

Add even more heat to a massive AFL preliminary final weekend by picking the best of the best your own SuperCoach Finals squad. See our top picks here.

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 04: Rory Laird of the Crows during the AFL First Qualifying Final match between the Adelaide Crows and the Collingwood Magpies at Adelaide Oval on September 04, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Sarah Reed/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

SuperCoach Finals: Experts swing for the fences in week 2

Which superstars and left-field picks will deliver a winning score in SuperCoach Finals this week? See eight expert squads here.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 30: Noah Anderson of the Suns warms up during the round seven AFL match between Richmond Tigers and Gold Coast Suns at Marvel Stadium, on April 30, 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

SuperCoach AFL Finals shake-up: How to build your week two squad

With half the teams gone, unlimited trades and fresh rules on club limits, week two of the SuperCoach Finals demands a whole new strategy. Here are the best picks across every position.

Adelaide captain Jordan Dawson at Crows training ahead of Thursday night's Showdown. Pictured on May 1st, 2024 at Adelaide Oval. Picture: Tom Huntley

Experts reveal week one SuperCoach Finals teams

Pick the biggest September stars in your own SuperCoach Finals squad. See who the experts are picking here.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 21: Nick Daicos of the Magpies trains during a Collingwood Magpies AFL captain's run at Olympic Park Oval on August 21, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

SuperCoach Finals: Hottest week one fantasy picks

A brand new fantasy game kicks off Thursday night. With the biggest names in the game to pick from, who should be in your SuperCoach Finals team?

SuperCoach AFL 2025 winner Blake Moscript on his family dairy farm.

Ultimate cash cow: How dairy farmer won $50,000 in SuperCoach

Gippsland dairy farmer Blake Moscript finished No.1 of almost 200,000 SuperCoaches after a crazy final round. See the $50,000 move that decided the title.

SuperCoach AFL 2025 winner Blake Moscript on his family dairy farm.

Ultimate cash cow: How dairy farmer won $50,000 in SuperCoach

Gippsland dairy farmer Blake Moscript finished No.1 of almost 200,000 SuperCoaches after a crazy final round. See the $50,0000 move that decided the title.

Three big SuperCoach 2025 stars

Huge calls in SuperCoach 2025 All-Australian team

If you think the All-Australian selectors have it tough, try picking the SuperCoach team of the year. See the best premiums and cash cows here.

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 01: Bailey Smith of the Cats warms up during the round 12 AFL match between West Coast Eagles and Geelong Cats at Optus Stadium, on June 01, 2025, in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

New positions locked in for SuperCoach Finals

Champion Data has reviewed the positions of every player to prepare for SuperCoach Finals – and there are some big changes. See how the new fantasy game looks here.

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 19: Zak Butters of the Power watches the ball during a Port Adelaide Power AFL media opportunity at Alberton Oval on August 19, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Sarah Reed/Getty Images)

SuperCoach grand final heroes and villains, 2026 bargain watch

Who stood up and who flopped on the biggest weekend of the SuperCoach season? See our grand final report card and some specials for your pre-season watch list.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 10: Max Gawn of the Demons warming up during the 2025 AFL Round 22 match between the Melbourne Demons and the Western Bulldogs at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on August 10, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by James Wiltshire/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

SuperCoach: 11 best grand finals captains ranked

There is one big call left in the 2025 SuperCoach AFL season – and some key names are ready to deliver a premiership-winning captains score. But who is No.1?

SuperCoach Finals is back for 2025. Picture: Getty

Continue your fantasy obsession with SuperCoach AFL finals

The expansion of SuperCoach continues with a brand new game for AFL finals – a high-stakes, short-format experience with a massive scoring twist.

Isaac Heeney during the Sydney Swans training session at the SCG on May 2, 2025. Photo by Phil Hillyard (Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - NO ON SALES - copyright Phil Hillyard )

Buy, hold, sell: Six SuperCoach grand final specials

It’s grand final week in SuperCoach. Decisions you make now will decide league premiers, final rankings and the $50k overall winner. Here’s who to target.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 13: Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera of the Saints does run throughs during a St Kilda Saints AFL training session at RSEA Park on August 13, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Josh Chadwick/Getty Images)

SuperCoach: Top 10 captain picks for round 23 ranked

Getting your captain right can be the difference between preparing for a SuperCoach grand final and planning for 2026. With this inside intel, you can’t go wrong.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 23: Brodie Grundy of the Swans warms up during the round two AFL match between Sydney Swans and Essendon Bombers at SCG, on March 23, 2024, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Metcalfe/AFL Photos/via Getty Images )

Buy, hold, sell: Who can replace Grundy in SuperCoach?

The best scoring player in SuperCoach has been ruled out this week, handing coaches with trades a huge opportunity. Top replacements here plus the AFL’s new tag threat.

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - JANUARY 18: Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs reacts prior to the AFC Divisional Playoff against the Houston Texans at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on January 18, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by David Eulitt/Getty Images)

SuperCoach NFL is here and it changes the fantasy game

SuperCoach NFL has arrived, combining the fast-paced action of American football with the trusted SuperCoach platform. With both Classic and Draft formats, beginner-friendly tools and live scoring, it’s the ultimate fantasy game for NFL fans in Australia.

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