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The Ringer Fantasy Football Show

The Ringer
Fantasy Football
NFL
NFL Draft
Steelers
Aaron Rodgers
Pittsburgh Steelers
Caleb Williams
Josh Allen
Kansas City Chiefs
NFL Playoffs
Seattle Seahawks
Christian Mccaffrey
Chicago Bears
Justin Fields
Rams
Green Bay Packers
Waiver Wire
Jonathan Taylor
Los Angeles Rams
New York Giants

Nominated for Best Sports Podcast of 2026. Three friends—Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck—talk all things football, from NFL Draft, free agency, trades, fantasy, and everything else NFL. (This feed is named “The Ringer Fantasy Football Show” from May to January, and named “The Ringer NFL Draft Show” from February through April.)

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Heifetz is cycling through the five stages of grief as Giants QB Jaxson Dart will possibly miss the entire season after suffering a knee injury during their blowout loss against the Rams in Los Angeles on 'MNF.'

DH eventually wipes his tears, and th... more

The guys discuss some of the biggest injury news (Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, Saquon Barkley) from around the NFL and what it all means for fantasy football. Then, SHOWDOWN TIME! Must-add players at each position ahead of Week 3, with what some a... more

Colston Loveland, Marvin Harrison Jr., and the Chargers are breaking us. Lock in for Danny, Danny, and Craig running through all of the Sunday games from Week 2.

(00:00) Intro

(01:12) SNF: Chiefs outlast Colts in OT, 33-30

(12:44) Winners and Lose... more

WEEK 2 IS REAL. THIS TIME ALL OF THE FOOTBALL IS REAL. YAY.

Danny, Danny, and Craig each give out the one stat they’re thinking about going into every game in Week 2.

(01:27) Bengals at Texans

(15:28) Steelers at Patriots

(22:13) Eagles at Titans... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Sims
Take God, fantasy football analyst
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Episode: The 2026 Fantasy Football Take Purge
David Chang
Chef and restaurateur
Momofuku
Episode: The Ringer Fantasy Football League Live Draft
Cousin Sal
Guest joining to discuss punishments for the live draft
The Ringer/Sal descended into betting/punishments
Episode: Post-Hype Sleepers, Ashton Jeanty’s Injury, and Deshaun Watson Named the Starter
Nate Tice
Yahoo! analyst, NFL play-caller expert
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Episode: 7 New Playcallers That Could Make or Break Your Fantasy Draft with Nate Tice
Mina Kimes
ESPN football analyst
ESPN
Episode: The Hottest NFL QBs, Ranked
Bill Simmons
Guest, founder of Grantland and prolific sportswriter/podcaster
The Ringer
Episode: Rules to Win Your Draft. Plus, Bill Simmons Pitches Fantasy Football 'Grenades'
Josh Norris
Yahoo Fantasy Football analyst, guest on the show
Yahoo Fantasy
Episode: Fantasy Sleepers for 2026 With Hayden Winks and Josh Norris, Part 2
Hayden Winks
Yahoo Fantasy Football analyst, guest on the show
Yahoo Fantasy
Episode: Fantasy Sleepers for 2026 With Hayden Winks and Josh Norris, Part 2
Jordan Ritter Conn
Author, The Ringer staff writer; author of American Men
Ringer Books
Episode: Our Early Top 20 Rankings for 2026, and Jordan Ritter Conn on Fantasy Football and American Men

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 9.2k ratings
  • I don’t know

    I like these guys and it’s hard to write this but I can’t listen anymore. Craig is the problem. He thinks he’s pretty cool. I can’t take one more movie or play analogy. I can’t take another one of his little liberal stabs at conservatives. His liberal pompous attitude can’t even hide for 1 hour.

    I felt bad for you guys watching the live draft. Your female producer saying there’s only 7 people who listen to the show. Well now there’s only 6.

    DK and Heif are cool and don’t have the EGO or nar... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Gmanmurf
    United States11 days ago
  • Top tier

    Elite

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lolmanrhynostyle
    Australiaa month ago
  • AI Sponsorship Killed this show

    You’ve got the camaraderie and charisma between the three of you figured out. Hilarious show. Then you took an AI sponsorship on and ruined all the vibes. Just absolutely destroys the pod. Jarring and out of place, and worst of all, completely unnecessary. Would be 5 stars without AI of any kind. Lazy content.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Connor Damewood
    United Statesa month ago
  • Disappointed

    I just wish my wife found me as funny as Danny finds Craig

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    xX ChampionDad Xx
    United Statesa month ago
  • Names

    I live in Daytona, please do not recommend people name their child Daytona. It’s inhumane! Have you ever been here!?! 😂

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KyleH888
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise chemistry and entertainment value, often highlighting banter and game-day energy.
A few reviews note audio quality or pacing as areas for improvement, but overall sentiment remains positive for fans of the format.
The show's blend of humor and fantasy analysis is frequently cited as a distinguishing strength for sponsorship and guest outreach.
Guests and segments are valued for expert insights, with ongoing appreciation for high-profile figures and practical fantasy guidance.
Some criticisms point to strong language and off-topic riffs that can feel repetitive or excluded to newcomers.

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Talking Points

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Rules to Win Your Draft. Plus, Bill Simmons Pitches Fantasy Football 'Grenades'
Q: What is the basic draft strategy they advocate?
Wait on quarterback, target running backs early, cash in on five wide receivers in the first ten rounds, and grab at least one top-12 running back with plans to secure a second if possible; only take a tight end early if you get a truly elite value.
Major Training Camp Injuries to Monitor and the Top Four Hottest NFL QBs With Mina Kimes
Q: Who are the top four hottest quarterbacks according to the panel?
The panel settles on a top four of Hurts, Allen, Burrow, and Herbert, with Burrow and Allen close for first depending on the criteria, and Dak Prescott finishing top five.
Broncos Trade for Jaylen Waddle, NFL Free Agency Hangover, Craig's Oscars Recap, and a March Madness Preview With Tate Frazier
Q: How do you reconcile signing Malik Willis with a potential tank year for the Dolphins?
They propose multiple theories: Willis as a sincere developmental bet, as a ticket-seller, or as cover for a broader draft strategy to control the rebuild while remaining competitive.
Broncos Trade for Jaylen Waddle, NFL Free Agency Hangover, Craig's Oscars Recap, and a March Madness Preview With Tate Frazier
Q: What makes the Jaylen Waddle trade to Denver stand out to you all?
It's viewed as a bold attempt by Sean Payton to maximize offensive firepower, despite a potentially steep price; the panel debates whether the upgrade justifies the cap hit and discusses the surrounding roster implications.
Way Too Early Top 12 Fantasy Rankings, Mom Sports Takes, and Why Do We Smell Rain
Q: Is it a top four of like, there's, well, overall people you can take first. And I wouldn't be surprised?
I think that it is a four-person tier, with Puka, Nakua, Jamar Chase, Jameer Gibbs, and Bijan Robinson in it.

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This show blends fantasy football analysis with humor and pop culture banter, focusing on draft strategy, player values, and league-specific tactics. Episodes frequently dissect rankings, sleepers, and camp notes, often featuring guests from ESPN and Yahoo to broaden perspectives. The tone is energetic and humorous, with a strong emphasis on practical advice for fantasy managers while weaving in timely NFL news and entertaining tangents that keep listeners engaged. It probably stands out for chemistry among three regular hosts and a willingness to explore offbeat comparisons and sponsor reads without losing core fantasy focus.

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1. Chris Sims
2. David Chang
3. Cousin Sal
4. Nate Tice
5. Mina Kimes
6. Bill Simmons
7. Josh Norris
8. Hayden Winks

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