Billy Slater provides an in-depth analysis of the ARLC's new rules for the 2026 season, including the expanded interchange bench, the removal of the seven-tackle set for in-goal knock-ons, and new set restart thresholds.

Billy & Peter Psaltis also discusses Payne Haas's bombshell move to the Rabbitohs and previews the season launch at Allegiant Stadium in Vegas!

Billy Slater provides an in-depth analysis of the ARLC's new rules for the 2026 season, including the expanded interchange bench, the removal of the seven-tackle set for in-goal knock-ons, and new set restart thresholds.
Billy &amp; Peter Psaltis also discusses Payne Haas's bombshell move to the Rabbitohs and previews the season launch at Allegiant Stadium in Vegas!

Origin coach Billy Slater and co-host Peter Psaltis break down winners, losers, players and clubs each week, answering the biggest questions of the round. Raw. Honest. On demand.

Origin coach Billy Slater and co-host Peter Psaltis break down winners, losers, players and clubs each week, answering the biggest questions of the round. Raw. Honest. On demand.

League’s greatest Fullback returns every Monday of the NRL season to look back on a massive round of Rugby League.

The Billy Slater Podcast

2026 NRL Rule Changes & The Vegas Opener

Billy Slater unpacks a big week in rugby league, starting in Melbourne as the Storm navigate key changes to their roster and look to reset for another serious premiership tilt. What do those transitions mean for their spine, their edge, and their identity?

There’s also a close look at Jonah Pezet’s move to Parramatta and how he could slot in alongside Mitchell Moses. Is this a partnership that unlocks the Eels’ attack, or will it take time to find rhythm?

Billy shares his thoughts on Eli Katoa’s return from injury and the quiet leadership he’s beginning to show at the Storm. It’s about more than minutes on the field. It’s about standards, presence and influence inside the sheds.

And we finish with a blockbuster preview as the Brisbane Broncos host the Penrith Panthers at Suncorp Stadium. The Broncos are back from their World Club Challenge experience, the Panthers are still chasing greatness, and Friday night footy does not get much bigger than this.

 

Billy Slater unpacks a big week in rugby league, starting in Melbourne as the Storm navigate key changes to their roster and look to reset for another serious premiership tilt. What do those transitions mean for their spine, their edge, and their identity?
There&rsquo;s also a close look at Jonah Pezet&rsquo;s move to Parramatta and how he could slot in alongside Mitchell Moses. Is this a partnership that unlocks the Eels&rsquo; attack, or will it take time to find rhythm?
Billy shares his thoughts on Eli Katoa&rsquo;s return from injury and the quiet leadership he&rsquo;s beginning to show at the Storm. It&rsquo;s about more than minutes on the field. It&rsquo;s about standards, presence and influence inside the sheds.
And we finish with a blockbuster preview as the Brisbane Broncos host the Penrith Panthers at Suncorp Stadium. The Broncos are back from their World Club Challenge experience, the Panthers are still chasing greatness, and Friday night footy does not get much bigger than this.
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New Era at the Storm and a Suncorp Blockbuster

The Vegas Aftermath: A look back at the success of the NRL’s venture into the United States and the impact of the smaller field dimensions on play style.

Dragons vs. Bulldogs Arm-wrestle: Billy breaks down Stephen Crichton’s clutch field goal and the "50-50" stripping penalty that left Dragons coach Shane Flanagan fuming.

The "Flanagan" Comment: Discussion surrounding Shane Flanagan’s blunt admission that the Dragons "might not win the comp this year" and how that psychological messaging affects a locker room.

Knight Time: An analysis of the Newcastle Knights’ explosive energy, Dylan Brown’s leadership, and how their mobile forward pack is silencing the off-season critics.

The Art of the Bomb: Billy shares personal anecdotes about the terrors of catching a "floating" Matt Burton torpedo and explains the high-risk, high-reward nature of the kick.

Charge Sheet Review: Breaking down the suspensions for Braden Burns and why Stephen Crichton escaped penalty for his mid-air contact.

The Vegas Aftermath: A look back at the success of the NRL&rsquo;s venture into the United States and the impact of the smaller field dimensions on play style.
Dragons vs. Bulldogs Arm-wrestle: Billy breaks down Stephen Crichton&rsquo;s clutch field goal and the "50-50" stripping penalty that left Dragons coach Shane Flanagan fuming.
The "Flanagan" Comment: Discussion surrounding Shane Flanagan&rsquo;s blunt admission that the Dragons "might not win the comp this year" and how that psychological messaging affects a locker room.
Knight Time: An analysis of the Newcastle Knights&rsquo; explosive energy, Dylan Brown&rsquo;s leadership, and how their mobile forward pack is silencing the off-season critics.
The Art of the Bomb: Billy shares personal anecdotes about the terrors of catching a "floating" Matt Burton torpedo and explains the high-risk, high-reward nature of the kick.
Charge Sheet Review: Breaking down the suspensions for Braden Burns and why Stephen Crichton escaped penalty for his mid-air contact.

"Defenceless in the Air": Billy Slater Questions Stephen Crichton Escaping Charge

Billy Slater and Peter Psaltis return for the 2026 season just days out from the NRL season opener.

Billy reflects on an emotional return to his hometown of Innisfail, where he put the boots back on for the International Legends of League to give back to the community that shaped his career.

Billy delves deep into the major State of Origin eligibility overhaul announced by the ARLC, discussing what the modernisation of the rules means for the future of the series.

Billy also looks back at the recent Maroons squad get-together and provides his early assessment of key players heading into the new year.

Billy Slater and Peter Psaltis return for the 2026 season just days out from the NRL season opener.
Billy reflects on an emotional return to his hometown of&nbsp;Innisfail, where he put the boots back on for the International Legends of League to give back to the community that shaped his career.
Billy delves deep into the major State of Origin eligibility overhaul announced by the ARLC, discussing what the modernisation of the rules means for the future of the series.
Billy also looks back at the recent Maroons squad get-together and provides his early&nbsp;assessment of key players&nbsp;heading into the new year.

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