LOOSE CARRY: The BIG surprises from Origin Game 2 teams + why Brisbane shouldn’t worry

LOOSE CARRY: The BIG surprises from Origin Game 2 teams + why Brisbane shouldn’t worry

Author: Zero Tackle June 9, 2026 Duration: 39:40

Hot off the teams for Origin Game 2 dropping, the Loose Carry team break down the changes from the series opener and the big surprises for both New South Wales and Queensland. The Panthers’ 68-0 win over the Tigers raised plenty of talking points for both sides, while Lee goes into bat for the Broncos after the reigning premiers suffered another horror loss. Plus, Israel Folau’s floated NRL return, and a closer look at Penrith for Coach’s Corner.


Loose takes on real news, Loose Carry is Zero Tackle’s weekly show discussing and dissecting all the hottest talking points in the world of rugby league and the NRL, featuring host Phoenix Trinidad, Zero Tackle’s Darren Parkin and Rugby League Coach Lee Addison.


⬇️ Today's Rundown:

00:00 Welcome to Loose Carry

02:03 NSW Game 2 Team

09:10 QLD Game 2 Team

13:47 NUMBER UP

15:52 Double Donut

18:14 Broncos

23:59 Israel Folau return?!

26:15 Coach's Corner: Penrith Panthers

32:25 Select Card Break Battle


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Recorded on 09/06/2026


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