Lystics AFL Podcast
By John van Noorden & Sean Lewis
We pull apart current AFL playing lists, analyse the key indicators, and determine who they should resign, delist, make a play for in trade/free agency, draft, and what moves they should make in the offseason.
Lystics AFL PodcastNov 11, 2020
Better, Same, Worse for all 18 clubs - 2023 Kickoff
We're back (again). We didn't get a lot of podcasts done in 2022, but we are keen to try and podcast whenever we get the chance in 2023.
This podcast is focused on the offseason changes for all clubs, and whether they start 2023 in a better position, a similar position, or a worse position.
SuperCoach team and strategy reveals: Shallow midfields and deep forward lines
Fantasy footy isn't for every fan, but it should be because it's so much fun! We talk about our love our keeper draft leagues, and reveal our classic teams line by line, with an analysis of where we have passed on a high ownership alternative.
What is 'groupthink' and does it apply in AFL (real stuff or fantasy footy) [BONUS EP]
[BONUS EP] I mentioned last time that we don't do too many of these bonus eps, but here is another one while we work on long-form content for the next podcast.
This episode is cover the concept of 'groupthink'. It has been mention a lot in the last few days that the fantasy footy community suffers from groupthink, so I thought we should first explore what the concept of groupthink is, and see if it applies to fantasy footy (or real footy).
Who steps into bigger (or smaller) shoes in 2022 - Opportunities: Power to Dogs
Episode 4 for 2022, and it's the final part of the 3 part series reviewing the new opportunities facing clubs. With all of the new coaches, staff, and players at the clubs, we are deep diving into what it all means. Who is ready for an expanded role or opportunity in 2022? Who's had players come in who could restrict their chances? Is there a new coach who could be ready to usher in a new era? We tackle all this and more in part 3 of this 3 part podcast, featuring Port Adelaide to the Western Bulldogs.
John's top 20 draftees for SuperCoach and AFL Fantasy keeper leagues [BONUS EP]
[BONUS EP] We don't do too many of these bonus eps, but we may have to do a few more in future as we don't always have time to get to the Twitter questions and suggestions on our regularly scheduled pods.
This episode is covering off the 2021 AFL Draftees, and who John thinks will make a good keeper league prospect. N.B. If you are in a keeper league with me, it is illegal to listen to this content as you will learn too much about my strategy, and it has been used against me before.
Who get's a bigger (or smaller) slice of the pie in 2022 - Opportunities: Cats to Roos
Episode 2 for 2022, and we will continue to review the new opportunities facing clubs. With all of the new coaches, staff, and players at the clubs, we are deep diving into what it all means. Who is ready for an expanded role or opportunity in 2022? Who's had players come in who could restrict their chances? Is there a new coach who could be ready to usher in a new era? We tackle all this and more in part 2 of this 3 part podcast, featuring Geelong to North Melbourne.
Who's ready AF for bigger (or smaller) opportunities in 2022 (Adelaide to Fremantle)
We are finally back in the booth and are ready to kick of 2022 with a bang. With all of the new coaches, staff, and players at the clubs, we decided to do a deep dive into what it all means. Who is ready for an expanded role or opportunity in 2022? Who's had players come in who could restrict their chances? Is there a new coach who could be ready to usher in a new era? We tackle all this and more over the next few podcast, starting with Adelaide to Fremantle.
Final Consensus Draft Rankings + our thoughts on a few intriguing prospects
We are so close to the draft now, but there is so much to still talk about before we hear the first pick announced on Wednesday night. We discuss the ceiling and floor of some top 10 prospects, and some of the more interesting players outside of the top 10. We then launch into our final Consensus Draft Rankings for 2021.
2nd Round of the Live Trading Mock Draft with Rookie Me Central + expert commentary on 3rd round onwards
Here we are with the 2nd Round of the the annual Live Trading Mock Draft with dream team from Rookie Me Central. If you're new to this special episode, this is no ordinary mock draft. We have 7 draft followers on the podcast, and each of us are assigned some clubs to assume the role of club list managers. We can trade picks, bid of academy prospects, and it gets very awesome, very quickly. The 1st round is already available and will help inform what goes on here, so check that out too and enjoy!
1st Round of the Live Trading Mock Draft with Rookie Me Central
We are back with the annual Live Trading Mock Draft with dream team from Rookie Me Central. If you're new to this special episode, this is no ordinary mock draft. We have 7 draft followers on the podcast, and each of us are assigned some clubs to assume the role of club list managers. We can trade picks, bid of academy prospects, and it gets very awesome, very quickly. Enjoy!
Mid-Trade Period and Free Agency Review + Sean's post GF victory feelings
We wanted to record an episode where we could take stock of what's unfolded in the past 3 weeks, as there has been a lot of change in AFL teams, but also in our lives. We start by reflecting on the Dee's GF victory, jump into a mental health minute, before moving into a free agency moves and trades review. At the end, we take a little look at what it may take to make progress on a few of the pending trades.
The Rebuilders List Review - Adelaide, North Melbourne, Collingwood, and Hawthorn
Out of Contract Player Review: HAW - WBD, Who are your clubs key re-signings
Out of Contract Player Review: ADE - GWS, Who are your clubs key re-signings
Geelong Cats List Review 2021 - Deja Vu Cats still old, still need to win, still have a cliff coming
Port Adelaide Power List Review 2021 - Pear need more mid Power
Brisbane Lions List Review 2021 - Courageous Lions adding more bricks to premiership road
Richmond Tigers List Review 2021 - A Tiger testament to time well invested
Carlton Blues List Review 2021 - The Unofficial External Review
St Kilda Saints List Review 2021 - So many changes sees 2020’s trading saints become turnover devils
Injuries, MR-Oh?, and failing list strategies - A Week in Football
It is another Week in Football, and we have taken the time to review:
- the perceived increase in injuries this year and what could the multitude of causes be
- why the MRO is struggling to convince the public with some rulings, and the way forward
- a few club list strategies that seem to be falling down, and why.
The Impact of the New Rules - A Week in Football
While we intended this to be A Week in Football format, we ended up doing a bit more of a deep dive into the new rules, how the impact game play, and what we expect to happen over the coming months.
A Week in Football - Mid Round 4
This was another chance to get you some content and we took it. We discuss the Swans Academy and a few other things, this time with Lapel mics due to no internet. Enjoy.
A Week in Football - Post Round 1 2021
SuperCoach 2021 team reveals
Shorty - Preseason Review - How to make 1 data point enough
SuperCoach Forwards - 3rd Time Lucky
2021 Launch and finalising some reviews - where do the Pies go from here?
Draft Review - Port to WBD: Hard to get it wrong
This draft was a little too wild to capture in just 1 (or even 2) parts, so we'll tackle it 6 clubs at a time and hopefully have them all wrapped up by the holidays.
This is the last 6 clubs and we found it difficult to assess again. Could most people that listen to this podcast have gotten it right??
Draft Review - GWS to North Melbourne: We are feeling hard to impress
This draft was a little too wild to capture in just 1 (or even 2) parts, so we'll tackle it 6 clubs at a time and hopefully have them all wrapped up by the holidays.
In part 2 we review the middle six clubs, and found it hard to be impressed by some of their selections and trades.
Draft Review - Adelaide to Fremantle: Which clubs get the FoxSports A?
2020 Live Trading Mock Draft Special with Draft Central - Rounds 2 & 3 (Part 2 of 2)
2020 Live Trading Mock Draft Special with Draft Central - Round 1 (Part 1 of 2)
Completed Trades Analysis - Final Day of Trades Reviewed
Apologies for swearing a few times, I am still quite annoyed.
West Coast Eagles List 2020 - We're Flying Old
We take a look at West Coast's list build, contracts, and drafting options, as well as who might need to move off the list to make room.
Yet-to-be-completed Trades Analysis - Deadline Day Bonus Episodes
This second one is an in depth assessment of all trades yet to happen in the 2020 period. Cameron, Treloar, Ben Brown, Caldwell, Dunkley, and more.
Completed Trades Analysis - Deadline Day Bonus Episodes
This first one is an in depth assessment of all trades completed to date.
Offseason Plans 2020 - Each club's biggest names during trade and free agency
Western Bulldogs List 2020 - Small dog syndrome an issue for Bulldogs
We take a look at the Western Bulldogs' list build, contracts, free agency, trade and drafting options, as well as who might need to move off the list to make room.
Melbourne Demons List 2020 - Structural Demons are haunting Melbourne
We take a look at Melbourne's list build, contracts, free agency, trade and drafting options, as well as who might need to move off the list to make room.
GWS Giants List 2020 - Giant Disappointment
We take a look at GWS's list build, contracts, free agency, trade and drafting options, as well as who might need to move off the list to make room.
Carlton Blues List 2020 - Baby Blue is not Carlton's style
We take a look at Carlton's list build, contracts, free agency, trade and drafting options, as well as who might need to move off the list to make room.
Essendon Bombers List 2020 - Should Essendon's exodus have Bombers ejecting the untouchable?
We take a look at Essendon's list build, contracts, free agency, trade and drafting options, as well as who might need to move off the list to make room.
2020 Draft - The Top Prospects
In this quick episode we take a look at our favourite prospects, and what the top 15 current looks like.
Fremantle Dockers List 2020 - Freo Heave-Honing in on finals contention
We take a look at Fremantle's list build, contracts, free agency, trade and drafting options, as well as who might need to move off the list to make room.
Gold Coast Suns List 2020 - Sun's bright for perennial cellar dwellers
We take a look at Gold Coast's list build, contracts, free agency, trade and drafting options, as well as who might need to move off the list to make room.
Sydney Swans List 2020 - Cygnet academy prepares Swans for short rebuild
We take a look at Sydney's list build, contracts, free agency, trade and drafting options, as well as who might need to move off the list to make room.
Hawthorn Hawks List 2020 - Barren nest needs filling for Hawks to fly again
We take a look at Hawthorn's list build, contracts, free agency, trade and drafting options, as well as who might need to move off the list to make room.
North Melbourne Kangaroos List 2020 - Joeys held back by lame Roos
We take a look at North Melbourne's list build, contracts, free agency, trade and drafting options, as well as who might need to move off the list to make room.
Adelaide Crows List 2020 - Crows better for woes
We take a look at Adelaide's list build, contracts, free agency, trade and drafting options, as well as who might need to move off the list to make room.