

The Ringer Fantasy Football Show
The Ringer
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.
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Aug 9, 2024 • 1h 13min
Fantasy WR Rankings, Tiers, and Fears
The hosts dive into the rankings of wide receivers, highlighting star players like Tyreek Hill and CeeDee Lamb. They discuss injury concerns, rookie expectations, and the evolving landscape of fantasy football. Humorously, they speculate on stadium naming rights after Pitbull, reflecting on fame versus legacy in sports. With lively debates on drafting strategies and rookie potential, they ensure a blend of insightful analysis and entertaining banter throughout the conversation.

Aug 7, 2024 • 1h 18min
Fantasy RB Tiers and Fears. Plus, CMC Hurt.
The hosts dive into the chaos surrounding the 49ers, analyzing Christian McCaffrey's injury alongside Brandon Aiyuk's trade rumors. They rank running backs into tiers, emphasizing top players like Breece Hall and Bijan Robinson. The discussion includes the impact of injuries on fantasy value and roster complexity challenges. With humorous banter and insights into player performance, they prepare listeners for the upcoming fantasy season. Expect a mix of sports analysis and whimsical debates that keep the episode lively!

Aug 5, 2024 • 1h 15min
Fantasy TE Rankings, Tiers, and Fears
The hosts dive into the latest preseason insights, celebrating J.K. Dobbins' return and lamenting injuries plaguing the Chargers. They rank tight ends into tiers, featuring stars like Travis Kelce and rising talents like Trey McBride. A humorous debate on culinary classifications adds some light-hearted fun, while they ponder the shifting dynamics of the tight end position in fantasy. The episodes blend insightful analysis with playful banter, making it a must-listen for fantasy enthusiasts.

Aug 2, 2024 • 1h 16min
Fantasy QB Rankings, Tiers, and Fears
NFL quarterbacks Justin Herbert, DeAndre Hopkins, and Geno Smith dive into their injury concerns ahead of the season. They discuss the impact of new kickoff rules on player health and strategize on fantasy QB rankings. Ranking players into tiers, they analyze heavy hitters like Mahomes and Allen alongside emerging talents. Lively debates arise over performance metrics and coaching stability, while their humorous culinary tangents explore the savory world of pasta classifications, mixing sports analysis with delectable banter.

Jul 31, 2024 • 1h 18min
Ranking RBs and WRs Over 30, and Training Camp Story Lines as Told by ‘Zoolander’ (LIVE!)
The hosts kick off with hilarious takes on training camps using quotes from 'Zoolander.' They play a fun game to assess the fantasy appeal of aging stars, considering the D.I.C.A.P.R.I.O. system for running backs. There's lively banter about Cooper Cup and Puka Nakua's draft strategy, along with insights on the challenges faced by older athletes. To top it off, they share a delightful Oreo taste test, mixing sports analysis with light-hearted nostalgia and engaging audience interaction.

Jul 30, 2024 • 1h 6min
Tua's and Love's Paydays, Disaster in Dallas, and Other Training Camp Updates
Tua Tagovailoa, a standout quarterback recently signing a four-year, $212 million deal, joins Jordan Love, who enjoys a hefty pay increase. They dive into the financial dynamics of NFL quarterbacks and their impact on team rosters. The conversation also touches on the Dallas Cowboys' shifting financial strategies and Russell Wilson's recent calf injury. Humor ensues as they reflect on the unpredictability of quarterback careers and engage in playful debates about fighting animals and Olympic dreams, mixing sports analysis with lighthearted banter.

Jul 25, 2024 • 1h 13min
Fantasy Sleepers for 2024
LIVE SHOW in Los Angeles on July 30: Click below for tickets!Guess who’s back (2:29)? (Hint: It’s Joe Burrow and his weird new look.) Next, the guys reveal their sleepers for the upcoming fantasy season and categorize them into various tiers, from overlooked guys in the earlier rounds to the deepest of sleepers (7:57). “You guys want to do some emails?” (52:21).Tickets: https://www.theelrey.com/events/detail/564772
Nick Chubb, Browns RB (10:52)
Ezekiel Elliott, Cowboys RB (15:58)
Brian Thomas Jr., Jaguars WR (19:53)
Jayden Daniels, Commanders QB (23:30)
Ladd McConkey and Josh Palmer, Chargers WRs (27:38)
The Los Angeles Chargers backfield (35:28)
Dontayvion Wicks, Packers WR (39:19)
Curtis Samuel, Bills WR (43:46)
Check out our 2024 Ringer Fantasy Football Rankings 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 HorlbeckSocial: Kiera Givens and Jack SandersProducer: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 23, 2024 • 1h 7min
Our Favorite Fantasy Players of 2024
LIVE SHOW in Los Angeles on July 30: Click below for tickets!Joe Burrow is finally cleared for contact: What does it mean (2:13)? Next, the guys highlight their personal favorite fantasy players and discuss what makes them such exciting draft picks this season (7:00). “You guys want to do some emails?” (50:06).Tickets: https://www.theelrey.com/events/detail/564772
Breece Hall, Jets RB (7:44)
Bijan Robinson, Falcons RB (13:14)
Garrett Wilson, Jets WR (15:59)
De’Von Achane, Dolphins RB (18:54)
Anthony Richardson, Colts QB (24:52)
George Pickens, Steelers WR (28:50)
Trey McBride, Cardinals TE, and Kyler Murray, Cardinals QB (34:37)
Malik Nabers, Giants WR (39:29)
David Montgomery, Lions RB (45:40)
Check out our 2024 Ringer Fantasy Football Rankings 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 HorlbeckSocial: Kiera Givens and Jack SandersProducer: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 18, 2024 • 1h 15min
Bounce-Back Sleepers for 2024
LIVE SHOW in Los Angeles on July 30: Click below for tickets!The guys react to Brandon Aiyuk's official request for a trade out of San Francisco and predict what will ultimately happen (3:43). Next, they reveal their biggest post-hype sleepers (a.k.a. players coming off of disappointing seasons who have bounce-back potential) and make the case for why you should target them in fantasy drafts this time around (7:48). “You guys want to do some emails?” (56:26).Tickets: https://www.theelrey.com/events/detail/564772
Kyle Pitts, Falcons TE (8:07)
Najee Harris, Steelers RB (15:27)
Mark Andrews, Ravens TE (21:37)
Kyler Murray, Cardinals QB (25:29)
D’Andre Swift, Bears RB (31:32)
Tony Pollard, Titans RB (39:02)
Chris Godwin, Buccaneers WR (45:08)
Jerry Jeudy, Browns WR (52:12)
Check out our 2024 Ringer Fantasy Football Rankings 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 HorlbeckSocial: Kiera Givens and Jack SandersProducer: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 15, 2024 • 1h 6min
The Biggest Fantasy Questions for 2024
LIVE SHOW in Seattle on August 21: Click below for tickets!The guys break down some of their biggest fantasy questions ahead of the season, including the impact (or lack thereof) of Achilles injuries, how the Jim Harbaugh effect will translate to the NFL, WTF is going on with Bill Belichick’s dating life, and much more (3:13). “You guys want to do some emails?” (57:00).Tickets: https://www.ticketweb.com/event/the-ringer-fantasy-football-show-the-crocodile-tickets/13718233Check out our 2024 Ringer Fantasy Football Rankings 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 HorlbeckSocial: Kiera Givens and Jack SandersProducer: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


