{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Keeper League - AFL Fantasy Podcast","title":"AFL Fantasy 2026 Rucks Preview | Keeper League Breakouts, Value & Stash Options","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/89929db6\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3316,"description":"The pre-season rolls on, and we’re back with another episode of The Keeper League Podcast, this time turning our attention to AFL Fantasy rucks — all through a Keeper League lens.\nIn this episode, we’re joined by Jordan D’Sena as our special guest, bringing his insight and experience to a discussion that’s set to be one of the most important positional debates of 2026.\nWith new rules and interpretations coming into play, we take a step back and look at what they could mean for ruck scoring, role security, and long-term keeper value. We discuss how the changing landscape might impact different ruck profiles, whether teams move towards more flexible setups, and how fantasy coaches should be thinking about the position moving forward.\nWe cover:How upcoming rule changes could influence ruck scoringWhat to look for when assessing rucks in draft and keeper leaguesUndervalued options and potential bounce-back candidatesBreakout rucks and younger players worth trackingLong-term stash options for keeper formatsHow to approach ruck trades, holds, and handcuffsListener questions round out the episode, touching on ruck depth charts, keeper value, and how aggressive coaches should be when building their ruck line for both the short and long term.\nThis episode is focused entirely on draft and keeper leagues — not salary cap formats — with analysis designed to help you make smarter decisions now while keeping one eye firmly on the future.\nAn extended version of this episode is available for Keeper League members, featuring extra discussion, deeper analysis, and additional strategy.\nExisting members can listen here:\nhttps://keeperleaguepod.com.au/bonus-episodes\nNew members can sign up here:\nhttps://keeperleaguepod.com.au/keeper-league-membership/\nLinks\nJoin our Discord server: https://discord.gg/APjqvT22ze\nJoin the Keeper Fantasy platform: https://keeperfantasy.com/\nPlay FootyNumbers: https://footynumbers.com\nPlay FootyHeads: https://footyheads.com","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/AOb4euoRHdJtA4qvI2S1cZGUn0qCuXolbCM4WntCBS4/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9mZDNm/ZmVkNmM5N2JlY2Qz/Yzc1YzNiNWY3YzAy/ODJkMi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}