Rowey & Timmy G Podcast - 14 September 2026
Summary
The 5AA Sports Show hosts open lines for listeners to react to the Adelaide Crows' 53-point finals defeat to Brisbane Lions, debating whether coach Matthew Nix should be retained despite the club's recent public support. Callers discuss the team's regression, lack of midfield talent, and the "softness" in their performance compared to Brisbane's intensity. The episode also features Port Adelaide coach Heath Uni in Coaches Corner, where he analyzes the Crows' early collapse and missed tackles. Additionally, the show promotes a competition for AFL Grand Final tickets and a wine cabinet prize.
Topics discussed
Show intro and agenda for Adelaide Crows finals review
Open lines: Listeners react to Crows' heavy loss
Hosts analyze the shocking 5-0 start and stats
Discussion on team regression and lack of progression
Member letters and Matthew Nix's post-game comments
Debate: Is the team good enough or does it need change?
Caller Mark: Criticism of Nix and contract renewals
Caller John: Blaming Nix, Olsson, and Kelly
Caller critique: 7 years of mediocrity and no accountability
Discussion on board's knee-jerk reaction to protect coach
Analysis of the 'win a final' strategy and its failure
Caller Tony: Detailed argument for firing Matthew Nix
Comparison with Collingwood's turnaround under McRae
Caller Tony: Nix's poor finals record vs top teams
Discussion on midfield depth and list management mistakes
Show break and promotion for Grand Final tickets
Caller discussion: Selection integrity and player accountability
Caller Chris: Critique of Nix's game plan and softness
Caller Bernie: Port perspective on Crows' disgraceful performance
Vtech wine competition clues and traffic update
Caller discussion: Brisbane's dominance and Crows' weakness
Caller Chris: John Olsson stepping down as president
Caller Bill: Disgraceful performance and defensive errors
Caller Pete: Comparison with Chris Fagan's Brisbane era
Caller discussion: Nix's finals record and game plan issues
Caller discussion: Softness within the club culture
Caller Shane: Standing by prediction of Crows' loss
Intro to Coach's Corner with Campo
Campo: Analysis of Crows' slow start and mistakes
Campo: Breakdown of first quarter defensive failures
Campo: Coaching responsibility and player execution
Campo: Specific tactical errors and interchange issues
Campo: Statistical analysis of pressure and skills
Campo: Missed tackles and defensive breakdowns
Campo: Midfield depth and entry statistics
Campo: Blame game between players and coaches
Campo: Analysis of Zach Bailey's containment
Campo: Team ethos and midfield strategy debate
Campo: Brisbane's talent depth vs Adelaide's gaps
Caller discussion: Soft players and premiership standards
Caller discussion: Nix's record vs top coaches
Caller discussion: Mediocrity and CEO's backing of Nix
Caller Warwick: Nix is good but not great
Caller discussion: Development coach and player usage
Caller discussion: Comparison with Sando and team culture
Vtech competition final clue and caller Ken
Caller Hugo: Mindset and intensity issues
Vtech competition winner announced: Vic from Port Pirie
Caller discussion: Crows' recent form and mindset
Caller discussion: Rob Bickley and player potential
Caller discussion: Fishing and personal anecdotes
Promotion for Unique Homestyle Foods
Intro to Port Adelaide development coach Heath Uni
Heath Uni: Importance of development pillar
Heath Uni: Background and recruitment for role
Heath Uni: Dual role as development and SANFL coach
Heath Uni: Coaching philosophy and consistency
Heath Uni: Response to criticism of SANFL development
Heath Uni: View on SANFL as development ground
Heath Uni: Challenges of recruiting contracted players
Heath Uni: Goal to return players to AFL
Heath Uni: Current conversations with players
Heath Uni: Farewell and congratulations
Local footy: Big Div preliminary final results
Local footy: Div 7 preliminary final results
Local footy: Adelaide Footy League scores and links
Show wrap-up and preview of SANFL Grand Final
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