Zero Tackle NRL Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

From having to sack a favourite son, to considering a great of the club for the next senior coaching role, how do clubs fare when it comes to reunions with stalwarts of a past system? This week, the boys dive into some of the club champions-turned-coaches across the NRL, and how much that connection pays off. With some failing to fire as coaches after stellar playing careers, and others currently in the hot seat after returning to their former clubs, the modern era coaching landscape has presented plenty of case studies. Plus, Hoffy names the current assistant could who could be the next senior coach of a club they captained, and the boys also chat the thrilling opener to the 2026 Origin series.

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

02:13 State of Origin Game 1 Review

11:36 Stephen Crichton

14:15 Former players coaching at clubland

16:51 What it takes to be an NRL coach

28:30 Why all coaches/players are replaceable

30:33 The importance of Old Boys

37:53 Jay Hoffman introduced into Raiders HOF

Recorded on 28/05/2026

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The Loose Carry Podcast team react to Andrew Abdo’s call to resign from his role and look back on his tenure as CEO of the NRL. Zero Tackle editor Scott Pryde details his report on the latest Penrith star heading toward the exit, and where he could be off to next. Meanwhile, Manly managed to “win ugly” over the Titans amid a big watch on Kieran Foran’s future as a coach, and when will the Dragons’ first win of 2026 come? Plus, with Origin just days away, the team preview Game 1, and take a look at Nathan Cleary as a representative player compared to his form in Panthers colours.

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 Intro

01:50 NUMBER UP with Darren Parkin

04:21 Andrew Abdo Resigns

06:39 Warriors def. Dragons

10:28 Manly def. Titans

15:03 Penrith Exodus

17:57 Jai Arrow Heartbreak

24:31 Coach's Corner: Roos Nathan Cleary

30:23 State of Origin Preview

37:10 Select Card Break Battle

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Recorded on 25/05/2026

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Zero Tackle editor Scott Pryde joins the show for a deep dive into the situation at the St George Illawarra Dragons, while the team also break down their concerns for the Knights and Bulldogs after their own heavy losses. The Storm’s losing streak has extended to six games, with the form of a Melbourne great catching attention, while Lee looks into the Tigers’ attack in 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 Intro

02:35 NUMBER UP with Darren Parkin

04:39 Roosters def. Dragons

10:40 Broncos def. Bulldogs

16:25 Rabbitohs def. Storm

20:52 Panthers def. Knights

24:54 Luai to PNG?

27:43 Coach’s Corner: Tigers eyes up

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Recorded on 27/04/2026

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Recording just moments after Shane Flanagan’s St George Illawarra departure was confirmed, the team - alongside NRL great Ryan Hoffman - analyse the end of Flanagan’s tenure and who could succeed him at the Dragons, with two candidates seen as the standout options. The situation at the Storm is yet to improve, with Hoffman weighing in on the state of play at his former club, while Jake Trbojevic’s future is also front of mind amid ongoing concussion concerns.

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 Intro

02:11 Shane Flanagan departs the Dragons

16:00 Melbourne Storm struggles

23:41 Rugby League Stars Pack Break

26:47 Jake Trbojevic Concussion

30:49 Coach's Corner: Eels Defence

36:10 Positives and Highlights

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Recorded on 20/04/2026

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Hoffy and Chad dive into the current state of the NRL’s junior pathways, and the challenges the league, merger clubs and the country’s best young players face within them. The boys reflect on their own experiences as juniors prior to reaching the top flight, assess how current clubs fare, and look ahead to ways the NRL can best position expansion clubs Perth and PNG.

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

03:39 Playing for an under-pressure coach

10:37 Anthony Seibold and Kieran Foran

17:41 Craig Bellamy

21:50 Todd Payten

28:06 Shane Flanagan

30:40 Choosing the next coach

Recorded on 14/04/2026

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Melbourne’s slump to a 2-4 record to start the 2026 season has the team debating the future of legendary coach Craig Bellamy at the Storm. Recent game trends have Lee concerned for the overall product of the competition, while the likely timeline for the Dragons’ next win remains a mystery.

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 Intro

02:01 What’s going on with the Storm?

09:19 NUMBER UP with Darren Parkin

17:54 Scorelines and Blowouts

22:59 Dragons’ next win?

24:41 Parramatta’s struggles

25:55 Quick Positives: Bulldogs victorious

27:47 Coach’s Corner: Fast Rucks

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Recorded on 13/04/2026

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The St. George Illawarra Dragons are 0-5 to start the 2026 season and their attack are to blame. The crew also discuss the alarming drop-off from the Raiders, Storm, and Bulldogs, while the Knights and Wests Tigers are absolutely flying!

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 Intro

02:26 Bulldogs collapse

08:32 NUMBER UP: Raiders in trouble

14:21 Manly’s prayers answered?

18:09 Stormy times for Melbourne?

20:14 Knights & Tigers flying

27:10 Coach’s Corner: Dragons’ attack

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Recorded on 07/04/2026

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Hoffy and Chad dive into the current state of the NRL’s junior pathways, and the challenges the league, merger clubs and the country’s best young players face within them. The boys reflect on their own experiences as juniors prior to reaching the top flight, assess how current clubs fare, and look ahead to ways the NRL can best position expansion clubs Perth and PNG.

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

02:40 Chad and Hoffy's junior pathway

06:07 The Current System

11:49 The Role of Reserve Grade in Player Development

18:13 Success Stories: Penrith Panthers and Warriors

23:55 Melbourne Storm

29:26 Players agents

35:42 The Perth Bears

39:38 PNG Chiefs

Recorded on 31/03/2026

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Anthony Seibold's time at Manly has come to an end amidst the ongoing pressure of a constant losing side. Kieran Foran takes charge as interim coach with his new side looking to turn things around, given their horror start to the 2026 season. The crew also discuss the struggling Dragons and their path to a historic losing streak, with the Bulldogs looking to find the attacking form they gained from last year's breakout season.

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 Intro

01:42 Anthony Seibold SACKED

17:35 NUMBER UP with Darren Parkin

23:05 Dragons' historic losing streak

28:24 Bulldogs attacking problems

31:34 Coach's corner: Manly's defensive issues

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Recorded on 30/03/2026

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Amid an injury crisis in the NRL, Lee sheds light on the situation that has struck down a growing number of players early into the 2026 season. Penrith’s stellar start has earned more praise, with the Panthers’ defence on record pace, while the Warriors also get their flowers. Plus, the team unpacks the Ryan Couchman-J’maine Hopwgood incident ahead of this week’s judiciary hearing.

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 Intro

03:03 NUMBER UP with Darren Parkin

08:28 Teams that are going well

14:53 Couchman in hot water

18:55 The mental impact of injuries

28:39 Coach's corner: Breaking down edge defence

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Recorded on 23/03/2026

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