Freddy and the Eighth

Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns select the league legends they'd like to inject into the current top 8 sides, to cover what the NRL's strongest teams might be lacking. The boys ask what Payne Haas is really worth and question if Broncos should spend their money elsewhere. Sam Burgess gets the nod as head coach of the Warrington Wolves, and the boys list the best young halves in the comp. Plus, a preview of the NRLW Round 4 and NRL Round 24 matches on Nine and 9Now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns reflect on friend Wally Lewis' likely CTE diagnosis, share their own concerns, and reveal the NRL's actions to combat the disease. Could the return of Ryan Papenhuyzen deliver Storm a premiership? The boys welcome the star fullback, as the Roosters undergo a review of their coaches, and a Sharks player embarrasses his teammates. Plus, a preview of NRLW Round 3 and NRL Round 23 on Nine and 9Now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does Jarome Luai have the starpower to be a one-man show? Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns clash over his ability to lift a team onto his shoulders, if he decides to leave the Panthers. The boys discuss the last time the Dally M was boycotted over a pay dispute, welcome the return of a dangerous Latrell Mitchell, and assess the damage from a Bulldogs cleanout. Plus, we recap the NRLW, and preview this week's NRL matches on Nine and 9Now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emma Lawrence is joined by Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns to dissect the race to the Top 8, unpack the problem at the Tigers, and preview the 2023 NRLW season. Could this be the year of the Cowboy? How do the Wests find their footy DNA? And what can we expect in a huge NRLW shakeup, as four new teams enter the competition? Plus, a preview of the NRL Round 21 games on Nine and 9Now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The eighth immortal Andrew Johns is joined by NSW Sky Blues player Millie Boyle for a special edition of Freddy & the Eighth. The pair chat everything Origin in the lead-up to Game III. Joey believes Cody Walker will unlock the best out of Bradman. Millie breaks down what went wrong for the Tigers & Bulldogs in their ‘thrashings’. Plus, Danny Buderus and Adam Reynolds drop in for a chat, as we preview all the Round 18 matches on Nine & 9Now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join NSW Blues coach Brad Fittler and the eight Immortal Andrew Johns as they make sense of the major signings at the Manly Sea Eagles. Mark Hughes drops in ahead of Beanie for Brain Cancer round. Freddy and Joey review and reflect on Origin II. Plus, the boys share some laughs over the most hilarious fails of all time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Johns has made a huge call for the Maroons' spine for Origin Game II as Cameron Munster comes off an 'out of this world' performance. Alongside Mat Thompson, the boys welcome some massive specials guests, Queensland great Darren Lockyer for his Origin analysis, and check in with Ryan Papenhuyzen as he recovers from his devastating knee injury. The boys relive some of Craig Bellamy's great sprays, and look at what Mitch Moses brings as he faces his toughest footy test.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's Freddy and The Eighth... The shortlist for Nathan Cleary's Blues jersey has Andrew Johns stumped, as he and Brad Fittler look to finalise their side for Origin Game II. The boys respond to Gus Gould's huge call for the Cowboys, weigh in on the Roosters' treatment of Jason Ryles and pay tribute to Jarrod Croker ahead of his 300th game. Enjoy a few belly laughs over Wally Lewis' phone call to a young Joey, and a weird game of Tic-Tac-Toe. Plus, a preview of the NRL Round 15 matches on Nine and 9Now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NSW Blues coach Brad Fittler is refusing to allow a repeat of last year's Game I loss to the Maroons. Alongside Immortal Andrew Johns, he chats all things State of Origin, revealing the inner sanctum of the Blues training camp in Coogee. The boys rip in on selection decisions, cast their eyes to the Queensland team, and share yarns from the old Origin days. Plus, a preview of the Round 13 NRL matches on Nine and 9Now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Johns reveals his final Blues side for State of Origin Game I, hinting to coach Brad Fittler what to do with Tom Trbojevic, Nicho Hynes and other players on the cusp of selection. The boys crystal ball the next Dragons coach, relive some of the NRL's greatest hits, and celebrate First Nations talents Anthony Mundine, Nathan Blacklock and more ahead of Indigenous Round. Plus, a preview of the Round 12 matches on Nine and 9NowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns look back on the great NRL sides that missed their chance to become a dynasty. Joey sings Wayne Bennett's praises after his 'greatest achievement this year', and makes a crucial change to his rolling NSW Blues team. Freddy blasts the tweets from a controversial CEO, and the boys reveal their NRL power rankings. Plus, a preview of the Round 11 matches on Nine and 9NowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Freddy and Joey have identified the new powerhouse of the NRL, as the Panthers suffer back-to-back losses. Is there space for Kalyn Ponga and David Fifita in the Maroons State of Origin team? Who is the bulldozing "nugget" set to make their debut? And what were the greatest teams the boys played for and against? Plus, a preview of the Magic Round matches on Nine and 9Now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Freddy and Joey have given their takes on kicking off the season in Vegas, as the NRL looks to expand internationally. The boys give their assessment of Victor Radley's sin bin and chat Jack Wighton's move to the Rabbitohs. Joey names his rolling NSW Origin side and dishes out some hilarious tales from ANZAC Day, while answering viewer questions, including the greatest NRL team of all time. Plus, a preview of the Round 9 matches on Nine and 9NowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Freddy and Joey have suggested their changes to a lopsided Golden Point system, as teams with kicking specialists reap the rewards. Joey makes changes to his NSW Origin side, while Freddy reveals the details of his phone call with Jack Wighton. The boys put Sam Walker and the Roosters under the microscope, plus, a preview of the Round 8 matches on Nine and 9NowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Freddy and Joey get fired up over the 'trained' hip drop tackles that are putting players in danger after the drama of Round 6. What's Joey's bold solution the the exodus of local Panthers? And which Dally M leaders are bound to get a run in his NSW Blues side? The boys discuss Des Hasler and the Dragons, Munster at fullback and Joey's weekly words of wisdom. Plus, a preview of the Round 7 games on Nine and 9NowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joey and Freddy are back to rip into the biggest talking points from the NRL after one of the greatest ever starts to the season. Two clubs empty their pockets for Payne Haas and Jack Wighton, as the Warriors set their sights on the top 8. How would the ‘vulnerable’ Broncos square up against their iconic 90s sides? Plus, more words of wisdom from Joey, and a preview of the Round 6 games on Nine and 9Now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Freddy and Joey are back to break down all the drama from the NRL this week, as the pot keeps getting stirred for Joseph Suaalii, Gus Gould and the Roosters. The boys name the franchises they’d buy, hold and sell, and unpack conversations between Clint Gutherson and Parramatta. Where to for Jack Wighton? Did man land on the moon? And what guilty pleasure do dolphins share with humans? Plus, a preview of the Round 6 NRL matches on Nine and 9Now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Freddy and Joey are back to break down the biggest talking points going into Round 3, have the Tigers made the right call to drop David Nofoaluma and rearrange their spine? Joey explains whose the better fullback between Latrell Mitchell and Tom Trbojevic, Freddy reveals he’s not concerned about Joseph Suaalii switching codes and the boys pay tribute to John Sattler. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Freddy and Joey are back to dissect the drama of NRL Round 2, with concern for the long term health of Kalyn Ponga after his latest head knock… The boys look at the weirdest on-field footy injuries, remember their biggest inspirations growing up and unpack Jackson Hastings’ niggle with the Tigers. Plus, a preview of the Round 3 gamesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Panthers’ scuffle has nothing on the boys’ old stories: Freddy & the Eighth. Freddy and Joey are back to recap all things from Round 1 of the 2023 NRL Premiership, starting with the biggest overreactions and hot takes. We duck into the archives to find the boys’ oldschool commercials and relive the biggest sprays and bust-ups they’ve had from teammates. They give their take on the Dolphins’ dream start and Cam Murray's Rugby Union future, while Joey can’t get enough of Lachlan Ilias. Plus, a preview of the Round 2 games on Nine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Freddy, Joey and Thommo are back to preview Round 1 of the 2023 NRL Premiership. The two legends clash over a lopsided player development system, and question what it means for your club and the NRL’s main poaching grounds. The boys talk player salaries and all things money, look at the NRL’s most wanted athletes and dive into the biggest head to heads of Round 1.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Freddy and Joey preview the 2023 NRL Premiership season. Joey makes a bold prediction about the Tigers, and the two legends make some more big calls: Which player has a month to save his career? What's Wayne Bennett's master plan for the Dolphins? Plus... the boys relive their hilarious cricket memories with Shane Warne and the Australian fast-bowling attack. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.