The Ringer Fantasy Football Show

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1. Rules to Win Your Draft. Plus, Bill Simmons Pitches Fantasy Football 'Grenades'

   7 Aug 2026 · 1 h 44 min

   Stefon Diggs is a Commander (02:32)! Are you buying or selling? What does Diggs mean for Jayden Daniels? The guys also provide important updates on the large, looming electrical substation within arm’s reach of the…

2. 7 Players Ruining Our Rankings, Zay Flowers Gigantic Contract, and The Great Almond Debate

   5 Aug 2026 · 1 h 36 min

   We kick off the show by discussing the contract extensions that Bijan Robinson (03:02) and Zay Flowers (03:57) received. What does this mean for Jahmyr Gibbs’ hold-in? Does this big-money deal change how we view…

3. Major Training Camp Injuries to Monitor and the Top Four Hottest NFL QBs With Mina Kimes

   4 Aug 2026 · 1 h 56 min

   Training camp is underway, and the guys are digging through the biggest stories out of the first week of practices. Are the 49ers cursed (02:58)? How much impact is the substation (which looms over every 49ers…

4. Training Camp Hype to Buy or Sell, a Jackie-Heifetz Argument, Ringer Movie Club: 'Kingpin,' 'The Odyssey,' and Beach Ham

   30 Jul 2026 · 2 h 07 min

   Some defensive tackle news to hit before the adventure begins: Jalen Carter got PAID (02:14), and Vita Vea wants out of Tampa Bay (09:53). Oh, and DK has takes on Madison Beer’s stance in her engagement announcement…

5. RB Rankings, Sleepers, and Tiers. Plus, the Hot QB Rankings, No. 5-8.

   28 Jul 2026 · 2 h 03 min

   Craig is back!! He and the Dannys to hit their 2026 running back rankings, tiers, and sleepers, along with nos. 5-8 in the Hottest NFL QB Rankings. (00:00) Intro (05:01) Tier 1: Jahmyr Gibbs and Bijan Robinson…

6. Fantasy Sleepers for 2026 With Hayden Winks and Josh Norris, Part 2

   24 Jul 2026 · 1 h 16 min

   That’s right, we’re doing sequels now. Josh and Hayden keep the sleepers conversation going with DK and Heifetz for Part 2 of the epic. Kyler Murray (01:33) is far and away in the best situation of his career. Then…

7. Fantasy Sleepers for 2026 With Hayden Winks and Josh Norris, Part 1

   23 Jul 2026 · 58 min

   Craig is out bucket-mogging locals in Hawaii, so the show opens with Heifetz and DK arguing about what the episode is going to be about in front of Yahoo’s Hayden Winks and Josh Norris. Hayden is buying everyone’s Kyle…

8. WR Rankings, Sleepers, and Tiers. Plus, the Hot QB Rankings, Nos. 9-12.

   20 Jul 2026 · 2 h 03 min

   The Tier 1 (09:31) wide receivers are obvious if you can trust Steve-O, and the first-rounders in Tier 2 (14:29) should be high-floor producers. Where it gets wild is in Tier 3 (18:26), with the sexy, unreliable…

9. QB Rankings, Sleepers, and Tiers. Plus, Summer Movie Club: 'Transformers.'

   15 Jul 2026 · 1 h 52 min

   Josh Allen (04:18) is in a tier by himself as the top fantasy football quarterback going into the 2026 NFL season, but where do the best of the rest fit in? Are Drake Maye and Lamar Jackson (16:30) the only two QBs…

10. TE Rankings, Sleepers, and Tiers. Plus, the Hot QB Rankings, No. 13-16.

    13 Jul 2026 · 1 h 39 min

    Brock Bowers and Trey McBride (09:56) are best in class regardless of situations. But where do you stand on sophomores Colston Loveland and Tyler Warren (18:41)? Should Tucker Kraft (27:41) be in the second tier? Keep…

11. 10 Fantasy Football Lessons You Need to Know, World Cup Karma, Mr. Hockey, and Monster Energy Big 12 Football

    8 Jul 2026 · 1 h 39 min

    DK has an old sailor tattoo rotting on his arm that reads “Volume Is King” (03:12) under a rusted anchor. So many quarterbacks can run now that Craig is starting to doubt a five-year tattoo (11:25). Watch 'Wild Hogs'…

12. The Best Players on New Teams and Introducing the Hottest QB Rankings

    6 Jul 2026 · 2 h 07 min

    The Patriots reunited Mike Vrabel with AJ Brown (03:41). The Chiefs signed Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker (14:01) away from the Seahawks. Mike Evans (23:07) is the new obvious target leader with Kyle Shanahan in San…

13. NFL News, LeBron-Warriors Rumors, World Cup PK Madness, Taylor Swift's MSG Wedding, and Wayne Gretzky … Overrated?

    1 Jul 2026 · 1 h 52 min

    Heifetz opens the pod up with some aggressive Taylor Swift takes (01:26), because of course. After DH empties the bag, the guys give updates on Brandon Aiyuk (09:13) and Terrion Arnold (13:29). Then, the World Cup gets…

14. Brandon Aiyuk's IG Crashout, Russ Retires, Mahomes Makes $500M, Jameson's New House, and Heifetz's Fireball Gimp Suit

    26 Jun 2026 · 1 h 41 min

    We kick the show off with a much-needed Brandon Aiyuk update (01:55), a tribute to Russell Wilson’s retirement, and details on new contracts for Patrick Mahomes and Christian Watson. Heifetz also had to bring up the…

15. NFL News Roundup: Myles Garrett Rams Trade, Brendan Sorsby Saga, Heifetz Knicks Honeymoon, and a No Doubt Defense

    24 Jun 2026 · 1 h 55 min

    The guys are back from a three-week hiatus to catch up on the biggest NFL news, starting with the Rams’ blockbuster trade for Myles Garrett. They break down what it means for the NFC, debate the Rams’ aggressive…

16. The 26 Best Players Under 26, Part 2. Plus, Get Yourself a Cobbler, and Heifetz Experiences New Music.

    15 Jun 2026 · 1 h 29 min

    The guys return for Part 2 of their Top 26 Players Under 26 rankings, counting down the top 13 young stars in the NFL. They debate Malik Nabers’s outlook, rank the next wave of fantasy cornerstones, and present a…

17. The 26 Best Players Under 26, Part 1. Plus, a Request to the Seven and Craig's Close Encounter With Spielberg.

    8 Jun 2026 · 1 h 33 min

    The guys kick off Part 1 of their countdown of the top 26 NFL skill players under 26, debating dynasty value, young stars, and future franchise cornerstones. Plus, an all-time J.J. McCarthy quote sends the conversation…

18. EMERGENCY POD: AJ Brown Traded to the Patriots

    1 Jun 2026 · 43 min

    AJ Brown has FINALLY been traded to the New England Patriots. The guys recorded an emergency reaction before the news even dropped to get all of their takes on how this affects the Mike Vrabel, Drake Maye, Jalen Hurts,…

19. Giants Week From Hell, Players Most Likely to Break Records in '26, and the 1897 Cleveland Spiders

    1 Jun 2026 · 1 h 41 min

    It’s safe to say Heifetz’s Giants had a bad week. Jaxson Dart (AKA J6) is hanging out with Donald Trump, Joe Schoen’s cuck chair isn’t going anywhere, and there’s no good injury news for Malik Nabers. But the guys…

20. The NFL Schedule Draft, A.K.A. the "Don't Get Divorced" Draft. Plus, Heifetz's Wedding Recap.

    25 May 2026 · 1 h 35 min

    The guys build the ultimate “Don’t Get Divorced” Draft, breaking down which 2026 NFL schedule slates, holiday games, and international matchups are must-watches—and which ones are worth skipping for real life. Plus:…

21. A Wild Summer Mailbag

    18 May 2026 · 1 h 35 min

    The guys spiral through “cognitive push-ups,” James Bond trivia, Tony Soprano recall battles, and the greatest hockey player names of all time—including the legendary Jimbob Ghostkeeper. Plus: lavender vanilla matcha…

22. The Listener Take Purge

    11 May 2026 · 1 h 29 min

    The guys open up the annual Listener Take Purge and spiral through Patrick Mahomes ACL panic, Jayden Daniels regression fears, whether running backs deserve more money, and the terrifying possibility that Aaron…

23. Our Early Top 20 Rankings for 2026, and Jordan Ritter Conn on Fantasy Football and American Men

    6 May 2026 · 1 h 54 min

    The guys unveil their way-too-early 2026 fantasy rankings, debating Bijan vs. Gibbs at no. 1, whether Christian McCaffrey is fantasy football Russian roulette, and whether Seahawks superstar JSN is already the WR2…

24. Best Rookie Fantasy Landing Spots + Our 2026 Dynasty Superflex Rankings

    1 May 2026 · 1 h 35 min

    The Ringer Fantasy Football Show is back with our favorite rookie landing spots and 2026 dynasty superflex rankings. Why did [redacted] trade new Cardinals running back Jeremiyah Love for scraps? Should Ty Simpson go…

25. Draft Draft: Drafting All 32 Teams' Draft Classes, Aaron Rodgers Tendered (?!), and Is Tartar Sauce Just Fancy Mayo?

    29 Apr 2026 · 1 h 59 min

    The guys open with classic nonsense before diving into their first-ever “Draft the Draft,” debating which teams actually crushed it. They also break down the bizarre Ty Simpson–Rams saga and what it means for the…

26. NFL Draft Full Recap: Winners and Losers, Best Picks and Icks, Steelers Embarrassment, and Heifetz's Worst Mispronunciation Yet

    26 Apr 2026 · 1 h 26 min

    The guys hand out winners and losers from the 2026 NFL draft, from the Raiders’ hope-filled glow-up to the Browns accidentally building a real roster. They also debate Ty Simpson’s bizarre Rams future, clown the…

27. NFL Draft Day 2: Nightmare WR Landing Spots, Steelers and Cardinals Take QBs, A Sean McVay Update, and RFK Jr.'s Awake Apnea

    25 Apr 2026 · 1 h 31 min

    Day 2 of the draft delivered chaos, reaches, and fantasy heartbreak. The guys break down bizarre picks from the Niners, Dolphins, Jaguars, and Steelers, plus argue over rookie landing spots and somehow spiral into a…

28. Round 1 Reactions: Rams Reach for Ty Simpson?! Cardinals Fall in Love, Giants Steal Arvell Reese, Worst Picks, WR Rankings, and Punching Friends in the Taint

    24 Apr 2026 · 1 h 45 min

    The guys hand out awards after the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, including the most shocking picks, the worst selections, and the best wide receiver landing spots. They also delve into hiccup remedies and punching…

29. Craig's 2026 Insider Mock Draft 1.0, Heifetz Already Misses Dexter Lawrence, and the First 10 Minutes of 'Dune: Part Three'

    22 Apr 2026 · 1 h 42 min

    Craig’s annual Mock Draft Spectacular is back, and the insider-outsider-insider might have done it again. The guys break down Craig’s full first-round projection, argue over Giants draft dreams after the Dexter…

30. The 2026 NFL Draft Take Purge

    20 Apr 2026 · 1 h 28 min

    The Take Purge is back. The guys empty the notebook with their wildest 2026 NFL draft takes: Should prospects tank the combine on purpose, are the Giants headed for disaster, should the Raiders pass on a QB at no. 1,…

31. Draft Mailbag! Love Vs. Tate, Carson Beck Hate, How Many DKs Can Block Myles Garrett, the Best Feeling in Sports, and Craig's Vegas Check-in

    15 Apr 2026 · 1 h 48 min

    The guys hit a loaded mailbag episode—starting with a Bills stadium correction that sparks fan outrage—before diving into draft questions, quarterback debates, and one truly unhinged conversation about the most…

32. Draft Needs for All 32 Teams, the NFL’s Plan for 18 Games, DOJ Case Explained, and Tom Harmon Is Missing Again

    13 Apr 2026 · 1 h 47 min

    The guys run through team needs for all 32 teams ahead of the draft, mixing real roster-building debates with offseason chaos—from NFL streaming drama to why an 18-game season feels inevitable. (00:00) Intro (01:45)…

33. The Case For and Against Every QB in the Draft, and Did We Actually GO to the Moon?

    9 Apr 2026 · 1 h 33 min

    The guys make the case for and against every quarterback in the draft, from prototypical big-arm projects to flawed prospects with major red flags, debating upside, landing spots, and why teams keep talking themselves…

34. Top-10 WR Prospect Player Comps, Kirk Cousins is a Raider, and Ping Bodie Won a Spaghetti Eating Contest Against an Ostrich

    6 Apr 2026 · 1 h 39 min

    The guys run through 2026 draft WR comps, throwing out NFL comparisons, debating ceilings vs. reality, and figuring out which traits actually translate when it matters. (00:00) Intro (01:35) Raiders Sign Kirk Cousins…

35. Player Comps for the Best RBs in the Draft, the Jalen Hurts ESPN Story, the Annual NFL Coaches Photo, and ABS vs. Waymo

    2 Apr 2026 · 1 h 47 min

    The guys break down the running backs in the 2026 NFL draft, from a thin top tier to the handful of sleepers who might actually matter. They debate whether this class is being undersold, highlight the few names worth…

36. Ranking Offseason Vibes for All 32 Teams, Fantasy Baseball Is Back, and Who Invented Raising the Roof?

    30 Mar 2026 · 1 h 53 min

    The guys debate offseason vibes across the league, ranking teams, questioning roster-building logic, and arguing over which franchises actually improved—and which are just spinning their wheels. They also get into…

37. Coolest Players in the 2026 Draft, an Eagles–A.J. Brown Theory, Zachariah Branch Thirst Trap, and Seaman the Dog

    26 Mar 2026 · 1 h 14 min

    The guys kick things off with some league chaos—an early kickoff twist, international travel weirdness, and a sneaky “bring your best friend to work” signing that might actually matter. Then it’s time for the Cool Guy…

38. Riskiest First-Round Draft Prospects, Ty Simpson Media Hype, Logan Paul Sacked Jalen Hurts in Flag Football, and Candle Scent or Celeb Baby Name

    25 Mar 2026 · 1 h 50 min

    The guys break down the riskiest boom-or-bust players in the 2026 NFL draft, from high-upside receivers to major question marks at quarterback. They also dive into the Ty Simpson discourse, draft overthinking season,…

39. Mock Draft Oscars, All 32 First-Round Picks, and Heifetz's Birthday Revelations

    19 Mar 2026 · 1 h 56 min

    The Dannys run the Mock Draft Oscars, alternating all 32 first-round picks while arguing through Jeremiyah Love, Sonny Styles, and the toughest calls at the top of the board. It’s draft philosophy, chaos, and full…

40. Broncos Trade for Jaylen Waddle, NFL Free Agency Hangover, Craig's Oscars Recap, and a March Madness Preview With Tate Frazier

    18 Mar 2026 · 2 h 25 min

    The guys react to the Broncos landing Jaylen Waddle, work through the NFL free agency hangover, and get Craig’s Oscars recap before closing with a special interview with Tate Frazier to preview March Madness. (00:00)…

41. Maxx Crosby Trade Debacle, Geno's a Jet (Again), Viking Kyler, Bam Drops 83, Italy Beats Team USA at Baseball, and Pokémon or Coachella Band

    12 Mar 2026 · 1 h 42 min

    The guys react to one of the strangest NFL offseason twists in recent memory, breaking down the Ravens backing out of a blockbuster trade, what it means for the Raiders, and why the fallout could reshape both teams’…

42. Free Agency, Day 1: Malik to Miami, Ravens and Bills Go All In, Chiefs Sign Ken Walker, Alec Pierce's Payday, Pittman to Pittsburgh, and Skip Bayless on Megan Thee Stallion's Broadway Debut

    10 Mar 2026 · 1 h 34 min

    The guys break down the opening wave of NFL free agency, from the Dolphins’ quarterback reset to the Ravens going all in with a blockbuster pass-rush move, and the Raiders spending big to build around their future.…

43. A Big Rams-Chiefs Trade, Daniel Jones Tagged, Kyler Landing Spots, DK's Mock Draft 3.0, and Dick Grapes

    5 Mar 2026 · 1 h 40 min

    The guys break down a blockbuster trade that sends an All-Pro corner to the Rams and what it means for both teams’ roster strategies. They also discuss the Colts’ unusual transition tag decision on Daniel Jones, debate…

44. NFL Combine Winners and Losers, Lions Trade Montgomery, Tales From Indy, and Pie for Breakfast

    3 Mar 2026 · 2 h 00 min

    The guys recap a ridiculous NFL combine, from record-breaking 40 times and absurd vertical jumps to the prospects who may have changed their draft stock the most. They break down remarkable athletes, tight end chaos,…

45. BONUS EP: Combine Deep Dive and Measuring Our Arms With Todd McShay and Steve Muench

    28 Feb 2026 · 45 min

    The guys are joined by Todd McShay and Steve Muench to break down how teams really build their draft boards, what traits actually matter, and why arm measurements always take over combine week. They also dive into…

46. Combine Check-in: Rueben Bain's T. Rex Arms, Our Top 5 WRs, and NFLPA Report Card Leaks

    27 Feb 2026 · 1 h 27 min

    The guys are live in Indianapolis breaking down combine chaos, from arm-length discourse to big-board debates to a wild QB trade market headlined by Anthony Richardson rumors. They also dig into draft strategies for…

47. Hottest NFL Combine Story Lines From Indy: Is Malik Willis Worth $30M? Plus, Tua vs. Kyler, A.J. Brown's Future, Coach/GM Interviews, and Nick's 30-Foot Cuddy

    26 Feb 2026 · 1 h 27 min

    The guys react to the chaos coming out of combine press conferences, decoding front-office speak, quarterback rumors, and which teams might be headed for major shake-ups this offseason. They also discuss risky QB…

48. NFL Combine Preview: QB2 Race, Arm Length Matters, and There Is a Candy Hall of Fame

    23 Feb 2026 · 1 h 34 min

    The guys kick off their NFL Draft Show era with a combine preview, breaking down a weird QB class, arm length discourse, and the chaos behind draft boards this year. It’s peak draft-season energy with jargon,…

49. Free Agency Preview, Tyreek Cut, Derek Carr's Comeback, the Shai–Paul George Trade, and Fixing Car Horns

    19 Feb 2026 · 1 h 27 min

    The guys break down a chaotic NFL news cycle, from the Dolphins’ full rebuild to the Tyreek Hill fallout to the Seahawks’ tricky Kenneth Walker III decision after his Super Bowl MVP run. They also unpack franchise-tag…

50. Way Too Early Top 12 Fantasy Rankings, Mom Sports Takes, and Why Do We Smell Rain

    16 Feb 2026 · 1 h 27 min

    The guys reveal their way-too-early 2026 fantasy rankings, debating how deep the first round really is and which roster-building strategies will define next season’s drafts. They also get into risk vs. ceiling,…