The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast Late-Round Perspectives: Jeff Ratcliffe Returns
Sep 12, 2025
This lively discussion features Jeff Ratcliffe, a SiriusXM host and the President of FTN Fantasy, sharing his insights from Week 1 of the NFL. He highlights surprising performances, identifies underwhelming offenses, and provides savvy buy-and-sell recommendations for fantasy players. Ratcliffe analyzes key player metrics and strategies, exploring the impact of coaching on game day decisions. With a keen eye on players like Meekig Buka and Jamison Williams, he uncovers valuable trends that could shape fantasy football success this season.
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Tessler Is A High-Upside Stash
- Isaac Tessler repeatedly produced in preseason and Week 1, making him a high-upside stash. Patience is required because immediate starting value is unlikely.
Pierce's Deep-Route Opportunity
- Alec Pierce ran deep routes and earned a huge route rate in Week 1, producing strong downfield potential. Completion rates will be low on deep shots, but touchdowns upside exists.
Bigsby Is A Returner-First Depth Piece
- Tank Bigsby's role with the Eagles will include special-teams duties and a limited offensive role early. He's valuable as a returner and depth piece rather than a clear Barkley handcuff.