James and Mike review the opening day defeat to London Broncos, while we also hear Allan Coleman’s thoughts post-match after what he called a game of two halves.

We also question whether it’s too early for some of the negativity that’s flying around and discuss Jordan Abdull, following the article where he opened up about his mental health issues.

There’s the usual run down of the week’s news and talking points, including the value of another player going out on loan, the chase for a new full-back and a look ahead to the Challenge Cup trip to Thatto Heath.

It’s the first Widnes Rugby Chat podcast of 2026 as we head in to the opening weekend of the season, where the Vikings will kick-off the Championship campaign with a tough trip to pre-season favourites London Broncos.

James and Mike review the Warrington friendly and discuss the unsavoury fan incidents that marred the game, according to some in the press.

There’s news of what’s going to happen with the fixtures following the demise of Featherstone and discussion over Toby Hughes’ loan move to Salford.

We talk about the untimely departure of Jake Maizen and just what Widnes should do at full-back now.

And James speaks to Allan Coleman at the Championship Season Launch to get his thoughts on the Challenge Cup draw, the 1895 Cup situation and the trip to London.