The Lockout Podcast
After the Lockout Podcast's first season in 2024 we are back to preview the 2025 season with Josh, Hawko, Ryan and Croxy for all your AFL Fantasy needs.
We review all the teams in ladder order in reverse for 2025 in the lead up to the start of the 2025 AFL season.
The boys talk about players from a fantasy standpoint who excited them from 2024, and also who they are looking to turn to in 2025.
After we make our way through the whole league, we will run through our Defence, Midfield, Forwards and Rucks and give you insights into who we are finalising in our own teams for 2025.
The Lockout Podcast
AFL Fantasy 2026 - Melbourne Demons Preview
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The boys break down Melbourne’s confusing and frustrating 2025 season, a list packed with talent that still couldn’t find consistency. Despite glimpses from the kids and another elite year from Max Gawn, the Demons struggled to support their stars and finished well below expectations.
We unpack Melbourne’s list changes, including the arrivals of Jack Steele, CJ, Max Heath and Brody Mihocek, alongside major outs like Clayton Oliver, Christian Petracca, Charlie Spargo and Jack Billings. The panel debates under performers, who boomed, and identifies breakout candidates for 2026.
Ultimate pick discussions centre on whether you trust Jack Steele in a new midfield, gamble on Pickett’s ceiling, or lean back into Max Gawn as the safest premium in the game. We finish with brutal ladder predictions that suggest Melbourne may have a lot of work to do...
