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Fantasy football for the common man. On The Rant, host Jeff Ratcliffe gives his unique insights and analysis to help you crush your fantasy football leagues and DFS contests, along with breaking down all of the sharp betting angles. Jeff blends advanced stats with common sense and a hint of humor to give you a premium listening experience. This fantasy football podcast is on every winning lineup.

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Week 2 Start/Sit Sep 12, 2025

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Week 2 is here and the start sit dilemmas are piling up. In this episode Jeff runs through the names dominating fantasy group chats right now, from Jordan Mason’s breakout buzz to the endless flex debates around Isiah Pacheco and rookie RJ Harvey. Veterans like Stefon Diggs, and Davante Adams are sparking questions. Jeff also dives into the backfield splits with Kenneth Walker and Zach Charbonnet, Travis Etienne’s usage, and whether Hollywood Brown can be trusted in lineups. Quarterback decisions with Kyler Murray plus tight end choices like Evan Engram and Juwan Johnson round out the week’s biggest calls. Get the full breakdown so you can set your lineup with confidence heading into Week 2.

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Panic Meter Sep 11, 2025

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It’s time to fire up the panic meter. In this episode, Jeff runs through the biggest fantasy names who stumbled in Week 1 and puts a number on how worried we should actually be. From star players who just had a rough outing to situations that might signal a bigger problem, he breaks it all down on a scale of 1 to 10 so you know who to trust and who not to heading into Week 2.

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Biggest Rankings Movers in Week 2 Sep 10, 2025

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Week 2 rankings are live and it’s time to talk movers. In this episode, Jeff breaks down the biggest risers and fallers from his initial fantasy football rankings for the week. From players who popped in Week 1 to names trending in the wrong direction, he’ll tell you what it all means for your lineup decisions heading into Week 2.

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How to Make Drop/Add Decisions Sep 09, 2025

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Every fantasy manager hits that point where the waiver wire looks tempting and the cut button starts calling. In this episode Jeff breaks down how to handle drop and add decisions the right way. He’ll walk you through the common traps managers fall into, like chasing one-week wonders, overreacting to slow starts, or cutting handcuffs too early. You’ll get a clear framework for when to move fast on waivers, when to stay patient with proven talent, and how to balance short-term needs with long-term upside. By the end you’ll know exactly what to avoid and how to make smarter roster moves all season long.

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14 Games, 14 Numbers Sep 08, 2025

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Week 1 is in the books, and Jeff breaks it all down one number at a time. In this episode, Jeff gives you one stat from every single game that not only tells the story of what happened on the field but also points us toward what matters heading into Week 2. If you want the fastest way to cut through the noise and get real insight, this is it.

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Week 1 Level Set Sep 05, 2025

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The season is here and it’s time to set the table for Week 1. I break down the opener and why we shouldn't overreact to what we saw, dive into why wide receiver versus cornerback matchups can lead fantasy players astray, and lay out the right way to handle start/sit calls. Plus, I’ll walk you through how to actually use practice reports without driving yourself crazy.

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Common Start/Sit Dilemmas for Week 1 Sep 04, 2025

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Week 1 is here and the start sit debates are heating up. In this episode Jeff takes on the biggest names everyone is asking about, from Dak Prescott, Trevor Lawrence, and rookie Drake Maye at quarterback, to RJ Harvey, Jaylen Warren, Tony Pollard, and Breece Hall in the backfield. Wideouts like Calvin Ridley, Jaylen Waddle, Xavier Worthy, and Emeka Egbuka are under the microscope too, along with tight ends Dalton Kincaid, Hunter Henry, and Dallas Goedert. Jeff gives you his outlook on each so you can lock in your lineup with confidence and kick off the season the right way.

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7 RBs Who Could Disappoint in Week 1 Sep 03, 2025

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Week 1 is finally here, and that means it’s time to talk running backs who could leave fantasy managers frustrated right out of the gate. In this episode, Jeff breaks down seven backs who might disappoint in their openers: Kaleb Johnson, Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Trey Benson, Braelon Allen, Zach Charbonnet, Cam Skattebo, and Jordan Mason. More importantly, he explains why Week 1 letdowns don’t mean full-season doom and how to manage expectations without overreacting to one Sunday.

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5 Things You Can Do to Play Better In Season Sep 02, 2025

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Draft season is done. Now it’s about actually playing the game. In this episode, Jeff breaks down five things you can do to be a better fantasy football manager during the season. He talks about why overreacting to one week kills rosters, how to be smart (not reckless) on waivers, the right way to approach trades, how to make start/sit calls without second-guessing yourself into oblivion, and even what not to do on game day when you’re watching football. If you want to stop beating yourself and start beating your league, this one’s for you.

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What We Learned in 2025 Fantasy Football Drafts Aug 29, 2025

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In this episode, Jeff wraps up fantasy draft season with some final words on what we actually learned. The game has evolved. The masses are sharper, value is tougher to find, and chasing it can keep you from executing real strategy. He breaks down why cheat sheets and endless mocks don’t make you a better drafter, why you should never abandon your draft-day plan when it comes to handcuffing and roster ratios, and why trading rarely bails you out if you botch your draft. Mistakes will happen, and that’s fine. The key is learning from them and applying those lessons moving forward. And finally, don’t panic: Weeks 1 and 2 don’t define your season. This is your final draft season reset before we kick things off for real.

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