Double digit done deals have been signed and sealed since the last episode of the NRL Contract Show, giving the boys plenty to pick through from the rumour mill. More NRL talent could be on the move, including the likes Moses Leota, Bronson Xerri and Junior Paulo, while the the team take a look at Latrell Mitchell’s contract. Plus, a deep dive into the state of play of the Perth Bears’ squad build, including the names already signed, the issues arising for the expansion club, and their ideal next signings, as well as another edition of the Recruiter Rater!

⬇️ Today's Rundown:

00:00 Intro

01:43 Done Deals

09:14 On the Move

10:49 Whispers

15:36 Burning Question

20:21 Recruit Rater

23:46 State of Play: Perth Bears

Recorded on 30/06/2026

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The final team lists for the 2026 Origin series have landed ahead of the series decider, with the team breaking down some of the surprise changes and decisions, namely out of New South Wales following the Game 2 loss in Melbourne. Lee takes a look at the evolution of the game for Coach’s Corner, and ‘Fair or Foul?’ argues whether Selwyn Cobbo is the NRL’s form player. Also, a look at the Cowboys’ win over Penrith, the Dolphins-Dragons clash, and another Select Cards NRL Break Battle.Loose takes on real news, Loose Carry is Zero Tackle’s weekly show discussing and dissecting all the hottest talking points in the world of rugby league and the NRL, featuring host Phoenix Trinidad, Zero Tackle’s Darren Parkin and Rugby League Coach Lee Addison.⬇️ Today's Rundown:00:00 Welcome to Loose Carry02:07 QLD Game III team04:21 NSW Game III team06:02 Origin Game III team reaction13:11 NUMBER UP15:18 Cowboys def. Panthers17:56 Dolphins def. Warriors18:59 Katoa injury20:34 Lee Addison story21:55 Fair or Foul25:16 Jason Ryles26:06 Coach's Corner33:46 Select Card Break Battle🏉 Want to take your Rugby League Coaching to the next level?https://rugbyleaguecoach.com.au/coachmentor/⭐ Check out 2026 NRL League Heroeshttps://selectcards.com.au/collections/nrlRecorded on 29/06/2026FOLLOW Zero Tackle on social media:NEWS: http://www.zerotackle.comFB: https://www.facebook.com/zerotackleTW: https://twitter.com/zerotackleIG: https://www.instagram.com/zerotackle/T: https://www.tiktok.com/@zerotackle

With Origin fever at a high ahead of the 2026 series decider in Queensland, Hoffy and Chad discuss what’s working and what could change for the NRL’s best product. The boys discuss whether the league should look to adjust the Origin schedule, their surprises from attending the Melbourne game, and the NSW and QLD pathways. Plus, a look at who could be the next coaches in line for both states, and Hoffy’s story on when he pulled on a Maroons jersey.Hosted by NRL premiership players Ryan Hoffman and Chad Townsend, The Boardroom NRL Podcast takes a wide lens look at the state of rugby league, delivering big picture, no nonsense views on the NRL.⬇️ THE AGENDA:00:00 Welcome to the Boardroom01:56 State of Origin II05:40 Origin Pre-Game entertainment08:48 Changes to neutral venue?10:02 U19s State of Origin15:28 Standalone Origin period?17:42 Changes to the Wednesday night21:49 Hoffy's U19s story29:43 Laurie Daley37:02 QLD next coach?39:29 Most important staff memberRecorded on 23/06/2026FOLLOW Zero Tackle on social media:NEWS: http://www.zerotackle.comFB: https://www.facebook.com/zerotackleTW: https://twitter.com/zerotackleIG: https://www.instagram.com/zerotackle/TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@zerotackle

Some BIG results from NRL Round 16 - headlined by Gold Coast’s win over Penrith - leave the Loose Carry team with plenty to discuss. With wins on the board over the weekend, the premiership prospects for the Storm and Dolphins also come into consideration. ‘Fair or Foul?’ raises some big questions over Nathan Cleary and Laurie Daley after the SNW Blues’ Game. 2 defeat, while rugby league coach Lee Addison dives deeper into Origin for Coach’s Corner. Plus, the team open up the Mailbag, and another Select Cards NRL Break Battle!Loose takes on real news, Loose Carry is Zero Tackle’s weekly show discussing and dissecting all the hottest talking points in the world of rugby league and the NRL, featuring host Phoenix Trinidad, Zero Tackle’s Darren Parkin and Rugby League Coach Lee Addison.⬇️ Today's Rundown:00:00 Welcome to Loose Carry02:21 NUMBER UP05:07 Titans12:06 Dolphins16:38 Storm19:26 Raiders20:28 Origin Fair or Foul25:43 Origin Reactions34:36 Mailbag40:20 Coach's Corner46:26 Select Card Break Battle🏉 Want to take your Rugby League Coaching to the next level?https://rugbyleaguecoach.com.au/coachmentor/⭐ Check out 2026 NRL League Heroeshttps://selectcards.com.au/collections/nrlRecorded on 22/06/2026FOLLOW Zero Tackle on social media:NEWS: http://www.zerotackle.comFB: https://www.facebook.com/zerotackleTW: https://twitter.com/zerotackleIG: https://www.instagram.com/zerotackle/T: https://www.tiktok.com/@zerotackle

The NRL player movement market has been rife with rumours over the past week, with the Brisbane Broncos, St George Illawarra Dragons and Canterbury Bulldogs among the clubs heavily involved. On this week’s episode of the NRL Contract Show, the boys look at the latest moves and speculation on the open market, with Storm champion Cam Munster, Dogs ace Jacob Preston and a list of Broncos playmakers all in the mix. Plus, a look at the state of play for Brisbane’s roster build, potential landing spots for Israel Folau’s floated NRL comeback, and sign or send for six more off-contract names.⬇️ Today's Rundown:00:00 Intro01:15 Done Deals04:18 On the Move08:09 Whispers12:45 Landing Spots: Israel Folau16:53 Sign or Send19:21 State of Play: Brisbane Broncos25:45 What's coming up?Recorded on 16/06/2026FOLLOW Zero Tackle on social media:NEWS: http://www.zerotackle.comFB: https://www.facebook.com/zerotackleTW: https://twitter.com/zerotackleIG: https://www.instagram.com/zerotackle/T: https://www.tiktok.com/@zerotackle

With half of the 2026 NRL season in the books, the team look at how the ladder is taking shape and the teams that have been the most disappointing so far, with two clubs the standouts. The timing and impact of Origin on the NRL season is also put under the microscope, with the league called to look into changing the ‘farcical’ format of the representative period. Plus, a preview for Game 2 in Melbourne, the latest on the TV rights deal, and another NRL Select Cards Break Battle comes down to the final two cards!Loose takes on real news, Loose Carry is Zero Tackle’s weekly show discussing and dissecting all the hottest talking points in the world of rugby league and the NRL, featuring host Phoenix Trinidad, Zero Tackle’s Darren Parkin and Rugby League Coach Lee Addison.⬇️ Today's Rundown:00:00 Welcome to Loose Carry02:14 NUMBER UP05:09 Most disappointing season?09:54 Wests Tigers15:54 Jai Arrow16:27 TV Rights20:47 Origin impacting regular season26:09 Origin Game II Preview32:37 Origin Game II Predictions33:24 Coach's Corner38:49 Select Card Break Battle🏉 Want to take your Rugby League Coaching to the next level?https://rugbyleaguecoach.com.au/coachmentor/⭐ Check out 2026 NRL League Heroeshttps://selectcards.com.au/collections/nrlRecorded on 15/06/2026FOLLOW Zero Tackle on social media:NEWS: http://www.zerotackle.comFB: https://www.facebook.com/zerotackleTW: https://twitter.com/zerotackleIG: https://www.instagram.com/zerotackle/T: https://www.tiktok.com/@zerotackle

Following the recent battles of Jai Arrow and Kane Evans, Hoffy and Chad discuss the support players and their families receive from the NRL during and after their careers.

Within the discussion, the boys go inside the frameworks and education seminars players undergo, focusing on drugs, alcohol and respect for women, as well as being role models for NRL fans and their community. Plus, an Origin Game 2 preview as New South Wales and Queensland plan for Melbourne.

Hosted by NRL premiership players Ryan Hoffman and Chad Townsend, The Boardroom NRL Podcast takes a wide lens look at the state of rugby league, delivering big picture, no nonsense views on the NRL.

⬇️ THE AGENDA:

00:00 Welcome to the Boardroom

02:06 Previewing State of Origin Game 2

09:01 Billy Slater mistake?

13:28 Setting up life after football

23:27 Drugs, alcohol and respect for women

30:22 Importance of club culture

31:45 Ian Roberts

32:25 Kane Evans

36:34 Jai Arrow

39:05 State of Origin Game 2 Predictions

Recorded on 11/06/2026

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Hot off the teams for Origin Game 2 dropping, the Loose Carry team break down the changes from the series opener and the big surprises for both New South Wales and Queensland. The Panthers’ 68-0 win over the Tigers raised plenty of talking points for both sides, while Lee goes into bat for the Broncos after the reigning premiers suffered another horror loss. Plus, Israel Folau’s floated NRL return, and a closer look at Penrith for Coach’s Corner.

Loose takes on real news, Loose Carry is Zero Tackle’s weekly show discussing and dissecting all the hottest talking points in the world of rugby league and the NRL, featuring host Phoenix Trinidad, Zero Tackle’s Darren Parkin and Rugby League Coach Lee Addison.

⬇️ Today's Rundown:

00:00 Welcome to Loose Carry

02:03 NSW Game 2 Team

09:10 QLD Game 2 Team

13:47 NUMBER UP

15:52 Double Donut

18:14 Broncos

23:59 Israel Folau return?!

26:15 Coach's Corner: Penrith Panthers

32:25 Select Card Break Battle

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Recorded on 09/06/2026

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