Footy In Focus: NRL News with Kat & Isaac

The NRL player market is heating up - and Sam Walker’s future has been thrown wide open! 💰🔥 Isaac Issa, Kat Haddad and special guest Tyson Jackson bring you a massive November 1 market preview on Footy in Focus, starting with the Roosters’ shock decision to withdraw their contract offer to Walker. We work through the market position by position, sharing the latest mail, discussing potential destinations and debating which players clubs should prioritise. On the agenda: 🏉 Sam Walker’s next move and what it means for the Roosters 💰 The big decisions surrounding Nathan Cleary, Cameron Munster and Harry Grant 👀 Hudson Young’s future after Canberra withdrew their offer 📝 The biggest names, emerging talents and underrated targets 🔄 How the PNG Chiefs and Perth Bears could shape recruitment Who should YOUR club target from November 1? Let us know in the comments! 👇 Subscribe to Footy in Focus for more NRL news, interviews, inside mail and debate. 00:00 - Welcome 03:00 - Two new teams 05:35 - Grab of the week - Sam Walker 12:15 - Halfbacks 16:00 - Five-eighths 29:00 - Hookers 34:30 - Fullbacks 53:30 - Wingers 59:15 - Centres 01:03:45 - Props and locks 01:12:56 - Second rowers 00:00 - Welcome 03:00 - Two new teams 05:35 - Grab of the week - Sam Walker 12:15 - Halfbacks 16:00 - Five-eighths 29:00 - Hookers 34:30 - Fullbacks 53:30 - Wingers 59:15 - Centres 01:03:45 - Props and locks 01:12:56 - Second rowers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kat and Isaac unpack the NRL news stories of the week, what we are hearing around transfers, and some sneaky club mail from media days - including who’s been putting in serious work behind the scenes. Plus injury updates, big hits, and everything you actually need to know this week. Thank you to our sponsor ShoeGrab! Hosts: Kat Haddad & Isaac Issa #NRL #NRL2026 #RugbyLeague #RLWC2026 #RugbyLeagueWorldCup #Kangaroos #ReeceWalsh #JamesTedesco #SydneyRoosters #NewcastleKnights #BrisbaneBroncos #MelbourneStorm #NorthQueenslandCowboys #StGeorgeIllawarraDragons #NRLTransfers #NRLNews #NRLSignings #NRLTransferNews #NRLRumours Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kat and Isaac unpack the NRL news stories of the week, what we are hearing around transfers, and some sneaky club mail from media days - including who’s been putting in serious work behind the scenes. Plus injury updates, big hits, and everything you actually need to know this week. Thank you to our sponsor ShoeGrab! Hosts: Kat Haddad & Isaac Issa 00:00 - Welcome 07:30 - Gal v NAS press 14:05 - Grab of the week 21:20 - Transfer talk 43:15 - Junior Amone 45:15 - Mail Bag Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RUGBY LEAGUE WORLD CUP 2026 PREVIEW! The Rugby League World Cup is almost here, and Isaac Issa and Kat Haddad are breaking down EVERYTHING you need to know ahead of the tournament! From the Kangaroos’ star-studded squad to the nations capable of causing major upsets, we take a deep dive into the men’s and women’s competitions, analysing the biggest contenders, key players, notable omissions and storylines to watch. Follow us! Footy In focus: https://www.instagram.com/footyinfocuspod/ Isaac: https://www.instagram.com/isaacissa_journalist/ Kat: https://www.instagram.com/kathaddad Who are YOU backing to lift the trophy? Drop your predictions in the comments! 00:00 - Welcome 03:00 - Explaining the pools 05:00 - Australia 19:25 - New Zealand 30:50 - Samoa 42:20 - Tonga 51:15 - England 59:15 - Fiji 01:02:40 - PNG 01:06:25 - Lebanon 01:13:00 - France 01:15:10 - Cook Islands #RLWC2026 #RugbyLeague #NRL #Kangaroos #RugbyLeagueWorldCup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kat and Isaac unpack the NRL news stories of the week, what we are hearing around transfers, and some sneaky club mail from media days - including who’s been putting in serious work behind the scenes. Plus injury updates, big hits, and everything you actually need to know this week. Thank you to our sponsors! ShoeGrab & El Jannah Hosts: Kat Haddad & Isaac Issa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kat and Isaac unpack the NRL news stories of the week, what we are hearing around transfers, and some sneaky club mail from media days - including who’s been putting in serious work behind the scenes.Plus injury updates, big hits, and everything you actually need to know this week. Thank you to our sponsors! ShoeGrab & El Jannah Hosts: Kat Haddad & Isaac Issa Time Stamps: 00:15 – Welcome 07:40 – The NRL hoodoo to break 11:00 – Moment of the week 17:40 – Grab of the week 29:45 – Transfer talk 50:15 – El Jannah: Lebanon chat 59:15 – El Jannah giveaway 01:00:00 – Holbrook effect Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tyson and Isaac unpack the NRL news stories of the week, what we are hearing around transfers, and some sneaky club mail from media days - including who’s been putting in serious work behind the scenes. Plus injury updates, big hits, and everything you actually need to know this week. Thank you to our sponsors! ShoeGrab & El Jannah Spotify link - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6gR6... Apple link - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast... Hosts: Tyson Jackson & Isaac Issa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kat and Isaac unpack the NRL news stories of the week, what we are hearing around transfers, and some sneaky club mail from media days - including who’s been putting in serious work behind the scenes. Plus injury updates, big hits, and everything you actually need to know this week. Thank you to our sponsors! ShoeGrab & El Jannah Spotify link - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6gR6QT3UcwlhGuXQzU4hHg?si=pGWnP5WmRE23VRGpen090w Apple link - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/footy-in-focus-nrl-news-with-kat-isaac/id1887002984?i=1000756623875 Hosts: Kat Haddad & Isaac Issa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kat and Isaac unpack the NRL news stories of the week, what we are hearing around transfers, and some sneaky club mail from media days - including who’s been putting in serious work behind the scenes. Plus injury updates, big hits, and everything you actually need to know this week. Thank you to our sponsors! ShoeGrab & El Jannah Spotify link - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6gR6QT3UcwlhGuXQzU4hHg?si=pGWnP5WmRE23VRGpen090w Apple link - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/footy-in-focus-nrl-news-with-kat-isaac/id1887002984?i=1000756623875 Hosts: Kat Haddad & Isaac Issa 00:00 - Welcome 05:00 - Moment of the week 14:00 - Grab of the week 24:00 - Transfer talk 32:45 - El Jannah 42:00 - Galvin vs Cleary 47:45 - Darius Boyd QLD coach 52:50 - Mail bag 58:00 - Finals predictions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kat and Isaac unpack the NRL news stories of the week, what we are hearing around transfers, and some sneaky club mail from media days - including who’s been putting in serious work behind the scenes. Plus injury updates, big hits, and everything you actually need to know this week. Thank you to our sponsors! ShoeGrab & El Jannah Spotify link - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6gR6QT3UcwlhGuXQzU4hHg?si=pGWnP5WmRE23VRGpen090w Apple link - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/footy-in-focus-nrl-news-with-kat-isaac/id1887002984?i=1000756623875 Hosts: Kat Haddad & Isaac Issa 00:00 - Welcome 04:00 - Moment of the week • Kat finishing up with Guru • Jai Arrow 20:00 - Sam Walker injury 26:00 - Transfer talk • Jacob Preston • Tallis Duncan • Bradman Best • Panthers 50:00 - El Jannah Lebanon chat 55:00 - Adam Reynolds 01:04:30 - Will Penisini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kat and Isaac unpack the NRL news stories of the week, what we are hearing around transfers, and some sneaky club mail from media days - including who’s been putting in serious work behind the scenes. Plus injury updates, big hits, and everything you actually need to know this week. Thank you to our sponsors! ShoeGrab & El Jannah Spotify link - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6gR6QT3UcwlhGuXQzU4hHg?si=pGWnP5WmRE23VRGpen090w Apple link - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/footy-in-focus-nrl-news-with-kat-isaac/id1887002984?i=1000756623875 Hosts: Kat Haddad & Isaac Issa Timestamps 00:00 - Welcome 02:25 - Favourite moment of the week 10:45 - Grab of the week: Manu signs with PNG 21:30 - Jacob Preston contract talks 27:35 - Hudson Young contract talks 32:00 - Emre Guler to England 32:30 - AJ Brimson 37:30 - Ronald Volkman 39:45 - Liam Martin 42:15 - Jett Cleary to Panthers 43:00 - Adam Doueihi out of Lebanon’s World Cup campaign 45:00 - New NRL team 48:00 - YT comments: NZ 56:00 - COVID Bulldogs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kat and Isaac unpack the NRL news stories of the week, what we are hearing around transfers, and some sneaky club mail from media days - including who’s been putting in serious work behind the scenes. Plus injury updates, big hits, and everything you actually need to know this week. Thank you to our sponsors! ShoeGrab & El Jannah Spotify link - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6gR6QT3UcwlhGuXQzU4hHg?si=pGWnP5WmRE23VRGpen090w Apple link - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/footy-in-focus-nrl-news-with-kat-isaac/id1887002984?i=1000756623875 Hosts: Kat Haddad & Isaac Issa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kat and Isaac unpack the NRL news stories of the week, what we are hearing around transfers, and some sneaky club mail from media days - including who’s been putting in serious work behind the scenes. Plus injury updates, big hits, and everything you actually need to know this week. Thank you to our sponsors! ShoeGrab & El Jannah Spotify link - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6gR6QT3UcwlhGuXQzU4hHg?si=pGWnP5WmRE23VRGpen090w Apple link - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/footy-in-focus-nrl-news-with-kat-isaac/id1887002984?i=1000756623875 Hosts: Kat Haddad & Isaac Issa Timestamps 0:00 - Welcome 8:48 - Grab of the Week 28:38 - Mitch Moses latest (presented by El Jannah) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kat and Isaac unpack the NRL news stories of the week, what we are hearing around transfers, and some sneaky club mail from media days - including who’s been putting in serious work behind the scenes. Plus injury updates, big hits, and everything you actually need to know this week. Thank you to our sponsors! ShoeGrab & El Jannah Spotify link - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6gR6QT3UcwlhGuXQzU4hHg?si=pGWnP5WmRE23VRGpen090w Apple link - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/footy-in-focus-nrl-news-with-kat-isaac/id1887002984?i=1000756623875 Hosts: Kat Haddad & Isaac Issa 0:00 - Welcome 14:07 - Grab of the Week (Cowboys/Dearden) 23:20 - Transfer talks 36:40 - Lebanese Wrap (Doueihi Fallout) 55:35 - Corey Jensen retires 56:35 - Wayne slams PNG’s “unfair” tax advantage 59:20 - Greg Inglis’ rings 1:03:39 - Brailey to Tigers 1:07:16 - Injury roundup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kat and Isaac unpack the NRL news stories of the week, what we are hearing around transfers, and some sneaky club mail from media days - including who’s been putting in serious work behind the scenes. Plus injury updates, big hits, and everything you actually need to know this week. Thank you to our sponsor! ShoeGrab Spotify link - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6gR6QT3UcwlhGuXQzU4hHg?si=pGWnP5WmRE23VRGpen090w Apple link - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/footy-in-focus-nrl-news-with-kat-isaac/id1887002984?i=1000756623875 Hosts: Kat Haddad & Isaac Issa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kat and Isaac unpack the NRL news stories of the week, what we are hearing around transfers, and some sneaky club mail from media days - including who’s been putting in serious work behind the scenes. Plus injury updates, big hits, and everything you actually need to know this week. Thank you to our sponsor! ShoeGrab Spotify link - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6gR6QT3UcwlhGuXQzU4hHg?si=pGWnP5WmRE23VRGpen090w Apple link - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/footy-in-focus-nrl-news-with-kat-isaac/id1887002984?i=1000756623875 Hosts: Kat Haddad & Isaac Issa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kat and Isaac unpack the NRL news stories of the week, what we are hearing around transfers, and some sneaky club mail from media days - including who’s been putting in serious work behind the scenes. Plus injury updates, big hits, and everything you actually need to know this week. Thank you to our sponsor! ShoeGrab Spotify link - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6gR6QT3UcwlhGuXQzU4hHg?si=pGWnP5WmRE23VRGpen090w Apple link - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/footy-in-focus-nrl-news-with-kat-isaac/id1887002984?i=1000756623875 Hosts: Kat Haddad & Isaac Issa Producer: Flaxxy 0:00 (Welcome) 6:52 (Luai Latest - Grab of the Week) 17:14 (Transfer talks - Humphrey’s backflip, Volkman exit, Storm sign Bulldog) 28:00 (Mailbag - Dogs sign star) 29:28 (Club Mail - Blues future halves) 35:22 (Injury roundup) 40:12 (Question of the Week) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kat and Isaac unpack the NRL news stories of the week, what we are hearing around transfers, and some sneaky club mail from media days - including who’s been putting in serious work behind the scenes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kat and Isaac unpack the NRL news stories of the week, what we are hearing around transfers, and some sneaky club mail from media days - including who’s been putting in serious work behind the scenes. Plus injury updates, big hits, and everything you actually need to know this week. Thank you to our sponsor! ShoeGrab Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Isaac unpacks the early mail throughout the week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.