The Ringer Fantasy Football Show QB Chaos, Sad Stroud, Cheatin' Brady, Week 3 Waivers, Craig at the Emmys, and Coachella 2026
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Sep 16, 2025 In a whirlwind of NFL excitement, the hosts dive into the chaos of quarterback injuries and the implications of Tom Brady's dual role with the Raiders. They break down the thrilling Monday Night Football game, highlighting missed opportunities and rookie struggles. Savvy waiver wire strategies emerge as essential for fantasy players facing injuries. The conversation playfully veers into trivia and the quirky Coachella 2026 lineup, blending sports analysis with light-hearted banter—a perfect mix of strategy and fun!
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Broadcasting Meets Team Ownership
- Tom Brady sitting in the Raiders coaches booth creates an obvious conflict between broadcasting and team ownership.
- The hosts call it a strange integrity sacrifice by the NFL to accommodate a star.
Rules Don't Fully Remove Access
- The NFL imposed restrictions on Brady but still allows off-site or virtual production meetings and meetings with coaches.
- The hosts argue those allowances still let Brady collect sensitive competitive information.
Prioritize QBs On This Waiver Week
- After Week 2 QB injuries spiked, prioritize adding quarterbacks on waivers this week.
- In one-QB leagues target Daniel Jones, Michael Penix, and Trevor Lawrence first.