The Ringer Fantasy Football Show

DK has an old sailor tattoo rotting on his arm that reads “Volume Is King” (03:12) under a rusted anchor. So many quarterbacks can run now that Craig is starting to doubt a five-year tattoo (11:25). Watch 'Wild Hogs' to connect properly with DK’s years-old chest tattoo (18:24); Heifetz will always buy the dip (45:29). Dive in to get the full list of the crew’s Summer 2026 Memento Tattoos, new Pola...

The Patriots reunited Mike Vrabel with AJ Brown (03:41). The Chiefs signed Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker (14:01) away from the Seahawks. Mike Evans (23:07) is the new obvious target leader with Kyle Shanahan in San Francisco. Kirk Cousins (31:14), Tua Tagovailoa (39:20), Malik Willis (46:28), and Kyler Murray (01:00:45) are all quarterbacking new teams. The boys discuss the best NFL players on new...

Heifetz opens the pod up with some aggressive Taylor Swift takes (01:26), because of course. After DH empties the bag, the guys give updates on Brandon Aiyuk (09:13) and Terrion Arnold (13:29). Then, the World Cup gets the lads talking footy (31:39) before Craig can’t talk himself into LeBron James joining forces with the Warriors for Expendables 5 (51:34). Emails: The guys compare Wayne Gretzky t...

We kick the show off with a much-needed Brandon Aiyuk update (01:55), a tribute to Russell Wilson’s retirement, and details on new contracts for Patrick Mahomes and Christian Watson. Heifetz also had to bring up the Odell Beckham Jr. redemption tour with the Giants. (Spoiler: He’s terrified.) The lads also check in on a bunch of other stuff like pirates (01:05:48) and Jameson Williams’s new home (...

The guys are back from a three-week hiatus to catch up on the biggest NFL news, starting with the Rams’ blockbuster trade for Myles Garrett. They break down what it means for the NFC, debate the Rams’ aggressive team-building philosophy, and react to a whirlwind month of offseason chaos. (00:00) Intro (02:05) Myles Garrett to Rams (40:35) Brendan Sorsby Saga (01:00:03) Emails (01:23:42) Knicks are...

The guys return for Part 2 of their Top 26 Players Under 26 rankings, counting down the top 13 young stars in the NFL. They debate Malik Nabers’s outlook, rank the next wave of fantasy cornerstones, and present a special request to The Seven. (00:00) Intro (00:56) PSA for The Seven (05:28) Nos. 13-7 for the Top 26 Under 26 (32:33) Nos. 6-1 Discord link: https://discord.gg/Ge8bbYHrau Check out The...

The guys kick off Part 1 of their countdown of the top 26 NFL skill players under 26, debating dynasty value, young stars, and future franchise cornerstones. Plus, an all-time J.J. McCarthy quote sends the conversation completely off the rails.(00:00) Intro(02:24) J.J. McCarthy is off to a weird start(09:31) Honorable mentions for the top 26 under 26(15:54) Nos. 26-20(35:33) Nos. 19-14(56:18) Emai...

AJ Brown has FINALLY been traded to the New England Patriots. The guys recorded an emergency reaction before the news even dropped to get all of their takes on how this affects the Mike Vrabel, Drake Maye, Jalen Hurts, the new-look Eagles offense and more. Discord link: https://discord.gg/Ge8bbYHrauCheck out The Ringer’s 2026 Fantasy Football Rankings: https://theringer.com/fantasy-football/2026-p...

It’s safe to say Heifetz’s Giants had a bad week. Jaxson Dart (AKA J6) is hanging out with Donald Trump, Joe Schoen’s cuck chair isn’t going anywhere, and there’s no good injury news for Malik Nabers. But the guys couldn’t spend the entire show laughing at the Giants. They also go over the most breakable NFL records and some listener emails on YouTube voice, more nut kicks, Charley Pride, and the...

The guys build the ultimate “Don’t Get Divorced” Draft, breaking down which 2026 NFL schedule slates, holiday games, and international matchups are must-watches—and which ones are worth skipping for real life. Plus: Aaron Rodgers–to-Pittsburgh fallout, football calendar chaos, and classic offseason brain. (00:00) Intro (02:26) Steelers Sign Aaron Rodgers (12:11) NFL Schedule Draft (54:54) Bryan Jo...

The guys spiral through “cognitive push-ups,” James Bond trivia, Tony Soprano recall battles, and the greatest hockey player names of all time—including the legendary Jimbob Ghostkeeper. Plus: lavender vanilla matcha allegations. (00:00) Intro (01:04) Mailbag (31:36) Bud Grant (51:47) Wife advice (01:10:43) Lifetime supplies Discord link: https://discord.gg/Ge8bbYHrau Check out The Ringer’s 2026 F...

The guys open up the annual Listener Take Purge and spiral through Patrick Mahomes ACL panic, Jayden Daniels regression fears, whether running backs deserve more money, and the terrifying possibility that Aaron Rodgers’ mysterious wife might not even be real. Plus: Jaxson Dart concern levels, Malik Nabers doomcasting, anti–tush push propaganda, and the most unhinged fantasy football confessions th...

The guys unveil their way-too-early 2026 fantasy rankings, debating Bijan vs. Gibbs at no. 1, whether Christian McCaffrey is fantasy football Russian roulette, and whether Seahawks superstar JSN is already the WR2 overall. Plus: Puka Nacua chaos, Jonathan Taylor truthers, fantasy draft brain in May, and a special segment with Jordan Ritter Conn at the end. (00:00) Intro (02:17) Fantasy rankings: T...

The Ringer Fantasy Football Show is back with our favorite rookie landing spots and 2026 dynasty superflex rankings. Why did [redacted] trade new Cardinals running back Jeremiyah Love for scraps? Should Ty Simpson go third overall after Love and Fernando Mendoza? What’s the right price for Jadarian Price? Craig and Heifetz have no idea what to do with their first-round dynasty picks. DK is getting...

The guys open with classic nonsense before diving into their first-ever “Draft the Draft,” debating which teams actually crushed it. They also break down the bizarre Ty Simpson–Rams saga and what it means for the league. (00:00) Intro (01:15) Steelers tag Aaron Rodgers with the right of first refusal (06:23) Ty Simpson (14:33) Draft Draft (01:43:13) Emails Discord link: https://discord.gg/Ge8bbYHr...

The guys hand out winners and losers from the 2026 NFL draft, from the Raiders’ hope-filled glow-up to the Browns accidentally building a real roster. They also debate Ty Simpson’s bizarre Rams future, clown the Steelers’ draft chaos, and deliver the exact kind of post-draft overreactions this week demands. (00:00) Intro (01:43) Winners (17:47) Losers (42:49) Best pick of the weekend (48:49) Worst...

Day 2 of the draft delivered chaos, reaches, and fantasy heartbreak. The guys break down bizarre picks from the Niners, Dolphins, Jaguars, and Steelers, plus argue over rookie landing spots and somehow spiral into a pronunciation debate over Germie Bernard. (00:00) Intro (01:15) McVay pretending he was upset? (05:09) Fantasy Bloodbath (24:08) QB Watch (45:19) Crushed it! (56:41) Ridiculous Happeni...

The guys hand out awards after the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, including the most shocking picks, the worst selections, and the best wide receiver landing spots. They also delve into hiccup remedies and punching your friends in the taint. (00:00) Intro (01:12) Most Shocking Moments - Ty Simpson (11:46) Notre Dame RBs (17:34) Arvell Reese falls to the Giants (25:26) Ravens get Vega Ioane (28...

Craig’s annual Mock Draft Spectacular is back, and the insider-outsider-insider might have done it again. The guys break down Craig’s full first-round projection, argue over Giants draft dreams after the Dexter Lawrence trade, and debate where this chaotic 2026 class could really go. Draft week chaos, reckless confidence, and way too many sources. (02:43) The Giants trade Dexter Lawrence (19:18) C...

The Take Purge is back. The guys empty the notebook with their wildest 2026 NFL draft takes: Should prospects tank the combine on purpose, are the Giants headed for disaster, should the Raiders pass on a QB at no. 1, and which sleepers could become stars? Zero accountability, maximum chaos, and the kind of draft brain that hits only in April. (00:00) Intro (03:18) Take Purge (01:13:38) Emails Disc...

The guys hit a loaded mailbag episode—starting with a Bills stadium correction that sparks fan outrage—before diving into draft questions, quarterback debates, and one truly unhinged conversation about the most punchable QB faces of all time. It’s draft takes, chaos, and classic offseason brain all the way through. (00:00) Intro (01:57) Bills Stadium (04:26) Rueben Bain Jr. Update (12:01) Mailbag...

The guys run through team needs for all 32 teams ahead of the draft, mixing real roster-building debates with offseason chaos—from NFL streaming drama to why an 18-game season feels inevitable. (00:00) Intro (01:45) News (10:52) Team Needs (01:21:16) Emails Discord link: https://discord.gg/Ge8bbYHrau Check out The Ringer’s 2026 NFL Draft Guide: https://theringer.com/nfl-draft/2026/big-board#conten...

The guys make the case for and against every quarterback in the draft, from prototypical big-arm projects to flawed prospects with major red flags, debating upside, landing spots, and why teams keep talking themselves into risky bets . They also spiral into one very important question: did we actually "go" to the moon? (00:00) Intro (01:15) Quarterback Prospects: Coin Flip Edition (02:44) Fernando...

The guys run through 2026 draft WR comps, throwing out NFL comparisons, debating ceilings vs. reality, and figuring out which traits actually translate when it matters. (00:00) Intro (01:35) Raiders Sign Kirk Cousins (10:01) Player Comps for the Best WR in the NFL Draft (01:11:20) Aaron Rodgers vs. Jalen Hurts Pt. II (01:14:46) Emails (01:18:24) Ping Bodie vs. an Ostrich Discord link: https://disc...

The guys break down the running backs in the 2026 NFL draft, from a thin top tier to the handful of sleepers who might actually matter. They debate whether this class is being undersold, highlight the few names worth caring about, and lean into the weird uncertainty that defines draft season. (00:00) Intro (02:01) Jalen Hurts (15:45) Jermod McCoy (17:45) 50 Shades of Player Comps: Running back edi...