The Ringer Fantasy Football Show The 2025 Fantasy Football Awards: MVP, LVP, Biggest Leap, Hottest Take, Best Quote, and What Aged the Worst
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Dec 31, 2025 Dive into the wild world of 2025 fantasy football as the hosts hand out awards like MVP and LVP. They fiercely debate McCaffrey versus Puka and shine a spotlight on Trey McBride's dominance. Discover what narratives aged the best and worst, and laugh along with their take on the craziest predictions of the year. From standout moments to awkward coaching mistakes, this recap captures the highs and lows of the season, ensuring you’ll stay entertained all the way through!
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Draft Panic Turned Into Relief
- Danny Heifetz recalled panicking after a week-one McCaffrey calf report and pleading listeners not to overreact.
- McCaffrey then played 17 games and validated first-round investment, delivering playoff consistency.
Lamar As LVP For Fantasy Managers
- Least Valuable Player debates favored Lamar Jackson for abandoning fantasy managers with injury and poor returns.
- Justin Jefferson also disappointed late-season, but Lamar's decline felt more damaging to team outcomes.
Weigh Coaching Fit Over Hype
- Trust coaching-hype where fit and play-caller identity align; Ben Johnson and others delivered quickly.
- But remain skeptical of surface-level offseason fixes; weigh scheme and personnel together.