The Ringer Fantasy Football Show

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The Coolest Players in the Draft, Jameis to the Giants, and Magoon Gwath Enters the Portal Mar 25, 2025

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The guys go through the coolest guys in the draft! They talk about the blue-chip guys, DK’s favorite edge rushers and defensive linemen, sleepers, and more! They also talk about Jameis Winston signing with the Giants and how the top of the draft looks like it could go right now. Later, they read some emails and talk about Craig’s heartbreak over Magoon Gwath entering the transfer portal.

DK’s favorite guys:

- Blue-chippers: Travis Hunter, Ashton Jeanty, and Tetairoa McMillan

- Gonna be household names: Tyler Warren, TreVeyon Henderson, and Omarion Hampton

- Tweeners (edge rushers): Jalon Walker, Jihaad Campbell, and Josaiah Stewart

- War daddies (defensive lineman): Alfred Collins and Kenneth Grant

- Sleepers: Elic Ayomanor and RJ Harvey

- Irrational love: Isaiah Bond and Tez Johnson

CHAPTERS:

Intro (00:00)

Jameis to the Giants (03:20)

Shedeur to the Browns? (16:58)

Blue-chippers (24:47)

Gonna be household names (29:58)

Tweeners (45:05)

War daddies (53:35)

Sleepers (56:34)

Irrational love (01:01:30)

Emails (01:11:35)

Magoon Gwath (01:31:37)

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Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck

Producers: Kai Grady and Carlos Chiriboga

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Offseason Vibes for All 32 Teams: Raiders Up, Chiefs Down, Broncos Up, and Space Is Big Mar 19, 2025

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LIVE SHOW in Chicago on April 22: Click below for tickets!The guys run a vibes check for every team. They talk about teams with good offseason vibes, bad offseason vibes, teams trending up, teams trending down, and which team has won the offseason so far. They also quickly go through some pro day news, then check on Craig after SDSU’s loss in the play-in game and contemplate the vastness of the universe.

CHAPTERS:

• Intro (00:00)

• Offseason Vibe Check (03:23)

• Pro Day Check in (01:11:49)

• Thank you Lorne (01:18:06)

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Chase-Higgins $$$, Kupp to Seattle, Offseason Winners, and March Madness With Tate Frazier Mar 18, 2025

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The guys react to the remaining NFL free agency moves as the turbulent deal-making period comes to a close, including the Bengals locking down Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, Cooper Kupp to Seattle, Derek Stingley Jr.’s historic contract, and more (9:28). Along the way, they run a vibes check across the league to decide which teams made their fan bases the happiest (45:26). Later, The Ringer’s resident college basketball expert, Tate Frazier, joins them to talk all things March Madness, including the matchup between his Tar Heels and Craig’s Aztecs, the biggest storylines this season, the SEC’s recent dominance in the sport, and much more (52:58).

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Guest: Tate Frazier

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Free Agency Part 2: Rodgers Blue Balls, Danny Dimes to Indy, Depleted 49ers, Najee to LAC, and Lying to Children Mar 13, 2025

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Before getting into the latest NFL free agency moves, the guys air their grievances with Aaron Rodgers. Then, they discuss the Colts signing Daniel Jones, the Chargers landing Najee Harris, a mass exodus from San Francisco, Joey Bosa to Buffalo, rumors of Russell Wilson to Cleveland, and some confusing moves from the Jaguars. Plus, they throw out some potential landing spots for Cooper Kupp before answering emails about the biggest lies listeners tell their kids.

CHAPTERS:

• Aaron Rodgers is teasing us (00:00)

• Daniel Jones to Indy (02:36)

• Sad Fantasy Corner (13:13)

• Bills sign Joey Bosa (31:18)

• Cooper Kupp landing spots (50:00)

• Emails (01:02:08)

Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Craig Horlbeck and Danny Kelly

Producer: Troy Farkas

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NFL Free Agency Chaos, Seahawks Blow It Up, and Steelers Go All In Mar 11, 2025

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The guys react to the biggest free agency deals across the league, including the Seahawks moving on from Geno Smith for Sam Darnold, the Steelers doubling down with DK Metcalf, Davante Adams’s new home, the Browns locking down Myles Garrett, and so much more (1:56). Later, emails (01:17:05)!

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Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck

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Saquon’s Payday, Mock Tub Time Machine, and Reading to Your Kids Mar 05, 2025

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The guys first react to Saquon Barkley’s record-breaking contract extension with the Eagles and discuss where he stands amongst the best free-agent signings of all time (3:06). Next, they hop in the Mock Tub Time Machine and come to you from the future with the 2025 NFL draft results! They take a look at DK’s updated mock draft and discuss where standout guys like Abdul Carter, Travis Hunter, Ashton Jeanty, Shedeur Sanders, and more ended up (16:16).

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Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck

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Producers: Kai Grady and Carlos Chiriboga

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Tee Higgins Tagged, Craig Went to the Oscars, Combine Winners and Losers, and Stafford Broke Heifetz Mar 04, 2025

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The guys catch up on some news around the NFL, including the Bengals franchise-tagging Tee Higgins, Matthew Stafford re-signing with the Rams, and the Commanders trading for Deebo Samuel (1:56). Next, inspired by the Oscars, the guys hand out awards based on the events of this year’s NFL scouting combine, including Most Athletic Offensive Player, Fastest Kid Alive, the Length Isn’t Everything award, the Small Hands award, and more (16:27). Later, Craig recaps his night at the Academy Awards (01:02:43).

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Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck

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Producers: Kai Grady and Carlos Chiriboga

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Stafford Trade Heating Up, NFL Media Starbucks Fights, Abdul Carter Hurt, and St. Elmo Saddam Feb 28, 2025

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From radio row at the NFL combine, The Ringer’s Danny Heifetz, Craig Horlbeck, and Danny Kelly begin by talking about the biggest story of the day: the Starbucks confrontation between reporters Ian Rapoport and Jordan Schultz that took the sports media world by storm. Then, the guys fantasize about potential trade destinations for Matthew Stafford before discussing this year’s draft class, including Abdul Carter’s foot injury and the guys’ opinions on whether Travis Hunter will successfully be able to play wide receiver and cornerback. The guys also recap their time at St. Elmo Steak House in Indianapolis, where they had an unexpected run-in with Saddam Hussein.

CHAPTERS:

Greetings from Indy (00:00)
Starbucks fight (01:36)
Matt Stafford trade talk (11:24)
Abdul Carter’s injury (22:20)
Travis Hunter’s two-way prospects (31:06)
DK’s NFL Draft Guide (39:49)
Chiefs franchise tag Trey Smith (53:32)
St. Elmo Steak House recap (01:05:30)

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Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Craig Horlbeck, and Danny Kelly

Producer: Troy Farkas

Additional Production Support: Tucker Tashjian, Dan Comer, Jake Loskutoff, and Nikola Stanjevich

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Combine Coach-Speak Translator, NFLPA Team Grades, and Doogie Howser Feb 27, 2025

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The guys are live from the 2025 NFL scouting combine to translate what the coaches and general managers really meant in their press conferences (1:33). Later, they talk about the NFLPA survey results (59:04), and emails (1:07:06)!

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Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck

Social: Kiera Givens

Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and Tucker Tashjian

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NFL Combine Preview: Shedeur Vs. Ward, Jeanty Landing Spots, and Phone-Down Moments Feb 24, 2025

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The guys preview the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine! They talk about the players they’re most looking forward to seeing, potential must-watch moments, and Cam Ward vs. Shedeur Sanders (2:45). Later, emails (54:58)!

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Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck

Social: Kiera Givens

Producers: Kai Grady and Carlos Chiriboga

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