Is the defensive line going to be one of the trickier lines to pick this year? It always seems that the top end defenders are fairly or over-priced, but with so many top end premiums having an early bye to start 2026, how will you go about picking players in your defensive line?

In this episode, the panel discusses everything you need to know in terms of the defensive line. Harmey gives who he thinks are the top 6 (15) averaging defenders, the panel discusses the top end premiums who they believe still present upside, under-priced premiums who can hopefully take the next step and score in-line with the top 6 and then discuss a whole bunch of listener requests.

The PODPOD is brought to you by Moreira’s Magic in 2026. All Holmes Files episodes will be available exclusively as a part of the 2026 Season Guide. As well as the podcasts, the Season Guide will also include:

 * Player profiles and comments for all players in the AFL
 * Best 22’s from the MM team
 * Draft rankings
 * DVP
 * Strength of schedule
 * Market Share
 * Podcasts with Selby and Xavier Ellis
 * Much much more!

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DEFENDERS - Top 6, Value Premiums and Mid-Pricers! #PODPOD

Keen to learn more about AFL Fantasy and put some context around why particular players score the way they do? This podcast is for you! Market share in an AFL Fantasy context is untapped research that will help you better link a players’ scoring to their teams overall points. This was crucial in helping Holmesy finish 2nd in 2025 and he is sharing the info with you!

In this episode, Holmesy is joined by Rowan from The AFL Fantasy Market Place. They start by discussing market share, why it is important and how it can help add context to a players’ scoring. They then deep dive on all the key stats of each team to help you find an edge for your starting squads in 2026. If you enjoy Fantasy Footy and love your content, this one is a ripper! For more in-depth research you can follow Rowan on X @RowanTAFM

The PODPOD is brought to you by Moreira’s Magic in 2026. All Holmes Files episodes will be available exclusively as a part of the 2026 Season Guide. As well as the podcasts, the Season Guide will also include:

 * Player profiles and comments for all players in the AFL
 * Best 22’s from the MM team
 * Draft rankings
 * DVP
 * Strength of schedule
 * Market Share
 * Podcasts with Selby and Xavier Ellis
 * Much much more!

Head over to moreirasmagic.com.au/membership [http://moreirasmagic.com.au/membership] to pre-order now - the guide will be released early January and updated right up until the start of round 1

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Bonus Episode! - Market Share Analysis and AFL Fantasy Statistics with Rowan #PODPOD

Season 2025 has been and gone, with mixed results from the panel. Whether you were Holmesy who finished the competition in 2nd, or Harmey who finished in the Dossy ranks outside 10k, there are many lessons to be learned to help improve moving into 2026. On this episode, the lads bring learnings from 2025 as well as answer listener questions to help ensure we are all better Fantasy coaches in 2026.

The PODPOD is brought to you by Moreira’s Magic in 2026. All Holmes Files episodes will be available exclusively as a part of the 2026 Season Guide. As well as the podcasts, the Season Guide will also include:

 * Player profiles and comments for all players in the AFL
 * Best 22’s from the MM team
 * Draft rankings
 * DVP
 * Strength of schedule
 * Podcasts with Selby and Xavier Ellis

Head over to moreirasmagic.com.au/membership [http://moreirasmagic.com.au/membership] to pre-order now - the guide will be released early January and updated right up until the start of round 1

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Key Learnings from AFL Fantasy in 2025 #PODPOD

The Holmes Files is an in-depth strategy podcast where Holmesy interviews some of the brightest minds in the AFL Fantasy Community. Holmesy starts big, chatting with Kyerin Grundy who was the unofficial winner in 2025, before finding out after the comp was finished that he was ineligible for the hilux due to being the brother of the Ruck Pig Brodie Grundy.

On this episode, Kyerin tells his story and reviews his epic 2025 season where he would end up as the #1 coach. The boys discuss starting squad philosophy, trades to win you the comp and much much more! This is a must listen for any coach who wants to compete at the top end!

The PODPOD is brought to you by Moreira’s Magic in 2026. All Holmes Files episodes will be available exclusively as a part of the 2026 Season Guide. As well as the podcasts, the Season Guide will also include:

 * Player profiles and comments for all players in the AFL
 * Best 22’s from the MM team
 * Draft rankings
 * DVP
 * Strength of schedule
 * Podcasts with Selby and Xavier Ellis

Head over to moreirasmagic.com.au/membership [http://moreirasmagic.com.au/membership] to pre-order now - the guide will be released early January and updated right up until the start of round 1

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Jordy: @jordandsena

The Holmes Files - Season Winning Strategies with Kyerin Grundy #PODPOD

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The PODPOD Crew Drafts a Starting Squad! #PODPOD

Some very early pre-season thoughts for the die hard listeners out there who might be starting to crave some AFL Fantasy content. Keep an eye out on the socials... some big announcements for the PODPOD in 2026 dropping very soon!

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Very-Very-Very Early Pre-Season Thoughts #PODPOD

It's October, but the lads thought it was time to dust of the mics and catch up over some AFL Fantasy chat! The boys catch up, discuss some of the relevant talking points from the trade period and then Holmesy runs through who he believes are the 10 most relevant moves for your 2026 starting squads. It's early, but planning for 2026 has begun!

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An AFL Fantasy Podcast in October?! | 2026 Trade Period #PODPOD

Here at the PODPOD we would like to take one last opportunity to thank all of our amazing listeners for the 2025 season. From The Holmes Files, to the pre-season content and then all the way throughout season 2025, this show does not happen without the listeners and we are truly grateful for each and everyone of you. We have had an absolute blast and hope you have enjoyed coming along the journey with us!

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The Dossy Curse Has Been Broken!!!! | 2025 AFL Fantasy Season in Review #PODPOD

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One Last Hail Mary?! | The Final Round of 2025 | AFL Fantasy Q&A #PODPOD

Is the Dream Alive?! | Harmey’s Hat Winning Advice | AFL Fantasy Q&A #PODPOD

Join Holmesy, Lewy, Harmey and guests for a refreshing take on AFL Fantasy Classic, navigating all the hottest topics, strategies, trade options and team-tinkering across the fantasy footy season.

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