What are your LOCKS in 2027? (15.10.26)
Summary
Hosts Cameron and Adam Cooney analyze the 2026 AFL trade period, highlighting Hawthorne’s acquisition of Ben King and Zach Merritt, and Carlton’s shrewd signing of Lockie Whitfield. The discussion covers Essendon’s strategic moves, including the arrival of Kitty Coleman, and the Western Bulldogs’ offensive outlook under Luke Beveridge. Listeners join in to lock in predictions for the 2027 season, such as Zach Butters winning the Brownlow and Aaron Norton kicking 70 goals.
Topics discussed
Sponsorship and show introduction
Welcome and introduction of guest Adam Cooney
Trade period review: Carlton and Hawthorne moves
Assessing Port Adelaide and Essendon's offseason
Listener call: Debate on Ben King's value
Locking in Hawthorne for top two finish
Discussion on Jake Stringer's future and Geelong
Essendon's acquisition of Kitty Coleman
Locking in Essendon's goal scoring and finals hopes
Listener calls: Julian De Stoops and Nate Caddy
Giants' outlook and loss of key players
Geelong's potential and Sam Lawler's rise
St Kilda's struggles and Nathan Wang's contract
Nathan Wang's versatility and value
North Melbourne's major trade and future outlook
Brisbane Lions coaching speculation and Cam Bruce
Trivia: Brisbane Lions premiership history
Fremantle's 'Wharfie Time' controversy
Richmond's rebuild and wooden spoon prediction
Closing sponsorships and sign-off
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