
The Ringer Fantasy Football Show
Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck help you through the 2025 fantasy football season with who to draft, who to avoid, and how to win a championship—or at least how to not get last place. We hit everything you need to win: Which old guys aren’t washed yet? Which coaches will ruin your life? Which players would be drafted higher if they had cooler names? Why do I keep doing this to myself every year?We post episodes every week throughout the spring and summer and even MORE during the NFL season with four shows a week: Sunday recaps, Monday waiver wire targets, Wednesday power rankings, and Friday weekly previews.
Latest episodes

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Jun 3, 2025 • 1h 48min
The New Tight End Mount Rushmore, Kelce’s Comeback(?), Saquon's 'Madden' Cover, and Steph Curry Loves Benson Boone
The hosts dive into Saquon's big moment as the cover athlete for 'Madden,' linking gaming with sports culture. They debate the toughest fantasy tight ends to rank, including hipster picks and promising sleepers. Frank Ragnow's retirement and NFL trades serve as backdrop discussions, while hilarious anecdotes about player superstitions add flavor. The conversation shifts to tight end strategies, exploring rookie potential and historical performance, keeping the banter light and entertaining throughout.

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May 30, 2025 • 1h 46min
NFL News Dump: Captain Diggs, Olympic Flag Football, Tush Push NOT Banned, Rodgers on Rogan, and Ripped Marvin Harrison Jr.
Dive into the latest NFL drama, from Stefon Diggs' boat antics to Brock Purdy's surprising extension. The tush push stays in the game, igniting debates about safety and strategies. Excitement brews over NFL players potentially joining Olympic flag football, shifting skill dynamics. Aaron Rodgers chats with Joe Rogan, while Marvin Harrison Jr. shows off his impressive muscle gains. Plus, enjoy amusing travel stories from Europe, blending sports and pop culture in a fun, humorous way!

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May 19, 2025 • 1h 40min
2025 QB Arguments, Mahomes Off Mount Rushmore, Caleb Curiosity, and a Our Friend Gerg
The hosts dive deep into the 2025 quarterback landscape, ranking potential stars like Justin Fields and Caleb Williams. Expect a lively debate about the hardest-to-rank QBs and the rise of mobile players versus traditional pocket passers. There’s humor surrounding quirky name spellings, particularly the mix-up of 'Gerg.' Coaching dynamics, player potential, and strategies for drafting rookie talents take center stage. The session wraps up with lighthearted insights into cultural shifts, including coffee and matcha preferences!

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May 13, 2025 • 1h 44min
Pickens to Dallas, Derek Carr Retires, and Investigating All 32 NHL Team Names
Big offseason moves shake up the NFL as George Pickens joins the Dallas Cowboys and Derek Carr surprises everyone with his retirement. The hosts dive into the drama surrounding Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson. They also take a lively tour of NHL team names, sharing quirky origins and entertaining anecdotes about logos and mascots. From the cultural significance of names like the Golden Knights to humorous insights on the octopus toss, the discussion is filled with fun and fascinating sports insights.

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May 6, 2025 • 1h 31min
Top 200 Fantasy Rankings: Who Is a First-Rounder in 2025?
Get ready for a lively debate on the top 20 fantasy football players for 2025! The hosts break down key first-round picks, including the clash between Justin Jefferson and CeeDee Lamb. They also explore the potential of rookie running backs and discuss the tricky quarterback situation in Miami. Plus, there's a humorous take on fantasy football draft dilemmas, including the risks of drafting Christian McCaffrey. With lighthearted banter about names and pop culture, this episode is packed with insights and laughs!

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Apr 30, 2025 • 1h 37min
Best Fantasy Landing Spots for 2025 Rookies, Brandon Beane’s Rant, and RIP Nate Dogg
The Ringer Fantasy Football Show is SO back! And on today's episode, Heifetz, DK, and Craig talk about the best fantasy landing spots for this year's draft class. Plus, Brandon Beane's radio rant and the latest developments with Bill Belichick's girlfriend, emails, and the guys pour one out for Nate Dogg.
CHAPTERS:
We're SO back (00:00)
The Shedeur Sanders prank call (02:26)
Brandon Beane's rant (04:50)
Ranking rookies dynasty-style (07:12)
Bill Belichick's girlfriend (01:12:20)
Emails (01:16:32)
RIP Nate Dogg (01:26:41)
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Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Craig Horlbeck, and Danny Kelly
Producers: Kai Grady and Troy Farkas
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Apr 28, 2025 • 1h 43min
2025 NFL Draft Superlatives: Biggest Swings, Heat Checks, and TeSlaa Stock
The guys are back to recap the entire 2025 NFL draft by giving out superlatives using DK’s draft grades. They talk about who had the most humiliating weekend, who made the biggest swings, who played it safe, and more!
(00:00) Intro(04:48) 2025 NFL Draft Superlatives(06:10) Most Humiliating Weekend(10:29) Unexpected Redemption Arc(30:02) Swinging for the Fences(47:08) Getting on Base(52:57) Arrested Development Bland Award(59:37) Overcompensation Contenders(01:05:04) Other Drafts We Loved(01:16:16) Drafts We Didn't Like(01:18:44) Random Factoids(01:23:33) Two Guys Drafted and a Lie
(01:28:03) Emails!
Check out our 2025 Ringer NFL Draft Guide here!
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Apr 26, 2025 • 1h 26min
Shedeur Free Fall, Saints Pluck Shough, the All-In Bears, and Chad Powers on Talk Tuah
The guys are back to break down their most significant takeaways from Day 2 of the NFL draft including Shedeur Sanders's shocking slide past Round 3. Next, they discuss the remainder of the big storylines from Rounds 2-3 by doing a draft of their own.
(0:00) Intro
(1:26) Shedeur’s shocking slide
(21:38) The Seahawks draft full of pure ATHLETES
(26:23) The Bears are swinging for dingers
(30:45) Tyler Shough to the Saints
(37:25) The Pats got Drake Maye some much-needed help
(40:24) Quinshon Judkins over TreVeyon Henderson?
(42:21) The Texans WR room is packed
(48:46) The Packers WR room is also packed
(53:52) The Cowboys are having a quietly perfect draft
(56:30) The Broncos get Bucky Irving 2.0
(58:55) Raiders stock just keeps going up
Check out our 2025 Ringer NFL Draft Guide here!
Email us! ringerfantasyfootball@gmail.com
The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.
Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck
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Apr 25, 2025 • 1h 36min
Round 1 Reactions: Jaxson Dart or Shart, Shedeur in Shambles, Jags Trade Up for Travis Hunter, and the Eagles Did It Again
The guys share their instant reactions to the most exciting picks and trades from the first round of the 2025 NFL draft! They break down the Giants' (Jaxson) Dart throw, the Jags trading a haul for Travis Hunter, Pete Carroll and Jim Harbaugh’s shared obsession with running the ball, and much more. Later they run through a handful of rapid-fire winners and losers from day one. Plus, emails!
(00:00) Giants trade up for Jaxson Dart
(16:10) Jags give up a haul for Travis Hunter
(24:22) Pete Carroll gets his guy Ashton Jeanty
(32:21) Colston Loveland vs. Tyler Warren
(01:03:38) Favorite picks from Round 1
(01:07:08) Rapid-fire winners and losers
(01:19:48) Emails!
Check out our 2025 Ringer NFL Draft Guide here!Email us! ringerfantasyfootball@gmail.comThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig HorlbeckProducers: Kai Grady, Troy Farkas, and Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Apr 23, 2025 • 1h 16min
Craig’s Mock Draft 1.0 (With Trades and Insider Info)
The hosts dive into their first mock draft for the NFL, offering amusing takes on the unpredictable nature of player selections. They analyze potential picks like Will Campbell and Ted McMillan while humorously dissecting team strategies for the 49ers and Cowboys. Expect some lighthearted banter about the infamous Dave Matthews sewage incident, coupled with reflections on surprising music discoveries. Their camaraderie and blend of insight and humor make for a fun and engaging listen as draft day approaches!