Round 1 Preview - AFL Fantasy 2026

The AFL Fantasy season is officially underway and we’ve finally got some real data to work with.In this episode of The Lockout Podcast, we dive into Round 0 and what it actually means for Fantasy coaches heading into Round 1.We break down the big scoring trends, what surprised us, and which players and roles look very different from what we expected in preseason.In this episode we cover:📊 Round 0 scoring takeaways - What the numbers actually told us and what you need to consider👀 Role changes & usage that could impact Fantasy scoring - Did a boom score from Houston mean he needs to be picked📈 Players who look like early-season value⚠️ Warning signs from Round 0 performances🔁 How it changes our approach to Round 1And to finish the episode…🏉 Just the Tips - our tips for the Round 1 AFL matchesWhether you’re locking in your team for Round 1 or trying to work out what Round 0 actually meant, this episode will help you make sense of the first real Fantasy data of the season.