The Ringer Fantasy Football Show

Must-add players at each position ahead of Week 2, Showdown Time (1:44), and listener emails (56:33).Check out The Ringer’s Fantasy Football Rankings for positional rankings, waiver wire pickups, and much more!Running backs: Kenneth Gainwell (Eagles), Joshua Kelley (Chargers), and Kyren Williams (Rams) (2:45)Wide receivers: Puka Nacua (Rams), Rashid Shaheed (Saints), and Kendrick Bourne (Patriots) (20:18)Tight ends: Zach Ertz (Cardinals), Luke Musgrave (Packers), and Sam LaPorta (Lions) (41:04)Quarterbacks: Brock Purdy (49ers) and Jordan Love (Packers) (50:28)Defenses: Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Denver Broncos, Green Bay Packers, Cleveland Browns, Houston Texas, and Indianapolis Colts (56:33)Email us! ringerfantasyfootball@gmail.comThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details.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

The guys recap a bizarre Week 1, beginning with the utter collapse of each of their favorite teams, passing the baton of misery to one another throughout the day. Then, they talk about the terrible performances from all of the quarterbacks who just signed massive contracts (coincidence???), Arthur Smith’s steadfast refusal to give his best players the football, and the minefield that was the TE fantasy landscape in Week 1. Then, they induct their first player into the 2023 Fantasy Burn Book.Check out our Week 1 Fantasy Football Rankings for this week’s positional rankings and more!Email us! ringerfantasyfootball@gmail.comThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details.Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig HorlbeckSocial: Kiera Givens and Jack SandersProducer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The hosts discuss managing injuries in fantasy football, including the impact of Cooper Kupp's injury. They also delve into rookie quarterbacks and fantasy strategies. The podcast touches on the preseason hype surrounding the Pittsburgh Steelers and their concerns about it. The chapter 'Josh Dobbs: The Unexpected Backup' explores the reasons behind Josh Dobbs becoming the backup quarterback for the Arizona Cardinals. They criticize Aaron Rodgers for his comments about the 9/11 conspiracy. The speakers discuss the viral video of a football player kissing his family on the lips. They debate whether DK Metcalf is a top 10 receiver in the NFL. The podcast ends with random comments, thank you's, and jokes from the hosts.

Welcome to another season of Power Hour, where Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck rank something fantasy football or NFL related every Wednesday throughout the regular season. First, the guys discuss the fantasy implications of Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce's hyperextended knee at practice and Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp's visit to a specialist for his hamstring issues (1:49). Next, they kick off this season’s first Power Hour by power ranking their favorite season-long over/unders (14:55). Finally, the guys close with emails (50:55).Check out our 2023 Ringer Fantasy Football Rankings here!Kadarius Toney, Chiefs WR (16:04)DK Metcalf, Seahawks WR (18:34)Geno Smith, Seahawks QB (23:00)Bryce Young, Panthers QB (26:15)Anthony Richardson, Colts QB (28:42)Tua Tagovailoa, Dolphins QB (33:00)DeVonta Smith, Eagles WR (35:12)Dalton Kincaid, Bills TE (38:22)Kenny Pickett, Steelers QB (40:32)Mike Evans, Buccaneers WR (43:07)Josh Jacobs, Raiders RB (45:23)Deshaun Watson, Browns QB (47:27)Email us! ringerfantasyfootball@gmail.comThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details.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

Welcome to the Take Purge. All NFL- and fantasy football–related takes, including those you don’t actually believe, will be legal for 60 continuous minutes. All rational thought, logic, and professional credibility will be suspended during this time.Check out our 2023 Ringer Fantasy Football Rankings here!Email us! ringerfantasyfootball@gmail.comThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details.Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig HorlbeckSocial: Kiera GivensProducer: Kai GradyAudio intern: Jack Sanders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck open by discussing the news that Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp suffered a setback with his hamstring injury and how it impacts his average draft position (3:45). Next, they highlight 10 of their favorite players worth reaching for in fantasy drafts this year and make arguments for why it’s OK to select these guys a few picks earlier than their ADP (13:44). Finally, the guys close with Fantasy Court and emails (53:05).Check out our 2023 Ringer Fantasy Football Rankings here!Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle, Dolphins WRs (13:44)Christian McCaffrey, 49ers RB (18:15)Nick Chubb, Browns RB (23:45)Jalen Hurts, Eagles QB (28:48)A.J. Brown, Eagles WR (32:43)Anthony Richardson, Colts QB (37:40)Calvin Ridley, Jaguars WR (42:29)Tony Pollard, Cowboys RB (47:35)CeeDee Lamb, Cowboys WR (51:15)Email us! ringerfantasyfootball@gmail.comThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details.Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig HorlbeckSocial: Kiera GivensProducer: Kai GradyAudio intern: Jack Sanders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck discuss Jonathan Taylor's injury and its impact on his fantasy value. They update their list of fantasy sleepers and categorize them into tiers. The hosts also discuss sleeper wide receivers and late-round picks for fantasy football drafts. They read listener emails and share a lighthearted personal story about unintentionally naming a Wi-Fi network 'ISIS HQ.'

The hosts discuss the fantasy implications of the Cowboys' trade for Trey Lance and Josh Jacobs ending his holdout. They analyze how preseason performances affected players' draft stock. The chapter also includes random conversations, ads, and a discussion about vanilla pollination.

As we enter the final week of the preseason, the hosts discuss last-second fantasy draft prep, including strategies for the first two rounds and how receiver and running back values have switched. They debate drafting a tight end in the late rounds and the Saints defense's potential. The podcast also covers listener emails and explores the early days of the internet and AOL trials.

Fantasy football experts Danny Heifetz and Danny Kelly, along with sports commentator Craig Horlbeck, discuss their favorite late-round players including Michael Thomas, Justyn Ross, and Jeff Wilson Jr. They share insights on potential breakout wide receivers and running backs to target in fantasy football drafts. The speakers also engage in casual conversations about topics like survival instincts, seafood sauces, lobsters, and the movie Wet Hot American Summer.