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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 22: Colby McKercher of the Kangaroos warms up before the 2025 AFL match simulation between the North Melbourne Kangaroos and Melbourne Demons at Arden Street on February 22, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

SuperCoach intel: Experts rank 9 mid-price game changers

Cut-price premiums have shown up just when we need them in SuperCoach. But who will score the most points – and who can we trust? Plus this week’s top rookies.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 06: Zak Butters of the Power during the 2025 AFL Round 04 match between the Port Adelaide Power and the St Kilda Saints at Adelaide Oval on April 6, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Sarah Reed/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Buy, hold, sell: How much will Zak Butters cost in SuperCoach?

Zak Butters is the No.1 trade target in SuperCoach this week after another huge score. And there are more bargains up for grabs. See all the key names and price moves here.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 03: Nick Daicos of the Magpies marks during a Collingwood Magpies AFL training session at Olympic Park Oval on June 03, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

SuperCoach deep dive: Who can beat Xerri’s captain score?

Tristan Xerri has the best match-up in SuperCoach this weekend, but the right VC and C strategy can make a big difference to your fortunes. See the stats that matter plus full CBAs, kick-ins.

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GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - MAY 22: Marcus Bontempelli of the Bulldogs warms up during the 2025 AFL Round 11 match between the Geelong Cats and the Western Bulldogs at GMHBA Stadium on May 22, 2025 in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

SuperCoach trade guide: How to get Bont, best rookies revealed

Fresh off the bye, Marcus Bontempelli is target No.1 in SuperCoach this week. But how do you get there? Plus the best value picks for round 13.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 09: Jye Caldwell of the Bombers in action during an Essendon Bombers AFL training session at The Hangar on April 09, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

Buy, hold, sell: Bomber bargain can solve SuperCoach cash crisis

Can’t afford the top dogs in SuperCoach? We’ve got the player for you. Plus a ‘diabolical’ Chad Warner stat, all the key scores from round 12 and early trade mail.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 01: Oliver Dempsey and Shaun Mannagh of the Cats contest for a mark against Ryan Maric of the Eagles 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)

SuperCoach alert: Cash cow a must-trade, ‘Nas’ thrill ride

Ryan Maric’s brilliant run as a SuperCoach cash cow is officially over. See all the big lessons from super Sunday of round 12.

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IPSWICH, AUSTRALIA - MAY 27: Lachie Neale of the Lions during a Brisbane Lions AFL training session at Brighton Homes Arena on May 27, 2025 in Ipswich, Australia. (Photo by Albert Perez/Getty Images)

SuperCoach: Top captain picks, role change numbers you need to know

With Tristan Xerri on a bye, where do we turn for a captain in SuperCoach this week? We’re here to help. Plus the alarming stats on Harry Sheezel, Ryan Maric and Lachie Whitfield.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 22: Harry Sheezel of the Kangaroos in action during the 2025 AFL match simulation between the North Melbourne Kangaroos and Melbourne Demons at Arden Street on February 22, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

SuperCoach Bye Bible: How to nail trades, dodge donuts

Follow this simple step-by-step guide to survive and thrive over the mid-season byes, including projected prices for top trade targets.

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MELBOURNE, FEBRUARY 14, 2025: Richmond Football Club pre-season training at Punt Road Oval. Campbell Gray. Picture: Mark Stewart

Trade guide: Rookies, bargains to save SuperCoach bye bacon

The mid-season byes are here, and getting 18 scoring players for round 12 has never been harder. But these nine players can get you out of jail.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 01: Harry Sheezel of the Kangaroos looks on as he warms up during the 2025 AAMI AFL Community Series match between West Coast Eagles and North Melbourne Kangaroos at Hands Oval on March 01, 2025 in Bunbury, Australia. (Photo by James Worsfold/Getty Images)

Buy, hold, sell: 18 new SuperCoach DPPs, is Sheezel up for trade?

Harry Sheezel is leaking cash and is about to hit his bye. Is a trade the right move? See all the key round 11 scores and every new dual position player.

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