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QB Rankings, Sleepers, and Tiers. Plus, Summer Movie Club: 'Transformers.' Jul 15, 2026

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Josh Allen (04:18) is in a tier by himself as the top fantasy football quarterback going into the 2026 NFL season, but where do the best of the rest fit in? Are Drake Maye and Lamar Jackson (16:30) the only two QBs after Allen that belong in Tier 2? Who is the best signal-caller in Tier 3 (33:47), and which quarterbacks outside the top 10 are worth a lifer (56:51)? Listen through Craig’s next Millennial Banger to get the full quarterback rankings, tiers, and sleepers, more hockey history (01:20:14), and DK’s aggressive stance on 'Transformers' as part of our first-ever Summer Movie Club (01:25:52).

(00:00) Intro

(04:18) Tier 1: Josh Allen by himself

(16:30) Tier 2: Drake and Lamar

(33:47) Tier 3: Joe Burrow, Jayden Daniels, Dragonriders, etc.

(01:10:26) Tier 4: Malik Willis and other misfits

(01:25:52) Summer Movie Club: 'Transformers'

1. LIVE SHOW COMING NEXT MONTH: We’ll be in Los Angeles for a live show at the Fonda Theater in Hollywood on Thursday, August 27 2026. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, July 15 at NOON PACIFIC TIME (much to Heifetz’s chagrin). You can get all details here: https://www.theringer.com/events. Get your tickets now! Go go go.

2. Our prayers to The Seven continue. Please gift us your wisdom for the 2026 Hottest NFL QB Rankings. Also, Craig’s Millennial Bangers Month continues. Email him your recommendations: ringerfantasyfootball@gmail.com

3. Don’t miss out on our Discord: https://discord.gg/BrcmaHFdqd

4. Bookmark our 2026 Fantasy Football Rankings (Last Updated May 7): https://theringer.com/fantasy-football/2026-preseason

Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck

Producers: Cameron Dinwiddie, Abou Kamara, Carlos Chiriboga, Nikhil Behal, Austin Gayle

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TE Rankings, Sleepers, and Tiers. Plus, the Hot QB Rankings, No. 13-16. Jul 13, 2026

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Brock Bowers and Trey McBride (09:56) are best in class regardless of situations. But where do you stand on sophomores Colston Loveland and Tyler Warren (18:41)? Should Tucker Kraft (27:41) be in the second tier? Keep listening to find out where DK would take Kyle Pitts (33:27) in the privacy of his own home, all of the tight ends that play more than Dalton Kincaid (46:22), and the first four quarterbacks on The Seven’s list of the (sexy? sweet?)16 Hottest NFL QB Rankings (01:02:24). We also get into more hockey history (01:22:42) and Craig drops another Millennial Banger.

(00:00) Intro

(09:56) Tier 1: Bowers and McBride

(18:41) Tier 2: Two rookies and (maybe) Tucker Kraft

(33:20) Tier 3: Dead Zone

(43:27) Tier 4: Some part-time TEs and a bunch of old guys

(52:41) Tier 5: Everyone else that matters

(01:02:24) Nos. 16-13 of The Seven’s Hottest NFL QB Rankings

(01:22:42) More hockey history

Reminders

1. LIVE SHOW COMING NEXT MONTH: We’ll be in Los Angeles for a live show at the Fonda Theater in Hollywood on Thursday, August 27. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, July 15, at NOON PACIFIC TIME (much to Heifetz’s chagrin). You can get all details here: https://www.theringer.com/events. Get your tickets now! Go go go.

3. Don’t miss out on our Discord: https://discord.gg/BrcmaHFdqd

4. Bookmark our 2026 Fantasy Football Rankings (Last Updated May 7): https://theringer.com/fantasy-football/2026-preseason

Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck

Producers: Cameron Dinwiddie, Abou Kamara, Carlos Chiriboga, Nikhil Behal, and Austin Gayle

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10 Fantasy Football Lessons You Need to Know, World Cup Karma, Mr. Hockey, and Monster Energy Big 12 Football Jul 08, 2026

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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 Polaroids to add to the catalog (48:49), Monster Energy Big 12 (01:07:59), and USMNT’s embarrassing World Cup exit (01:10:34). Craig also continued his Millennial Banger takeover of DK’s band mentions after shocking the world with Usher’s "Love in This Club" on Monday’s episode. Write all of this down! Make sure to write all of this down.

(00:00) Intro

(02:52) Summer 2026 Memento Tattoos

(48:53) Craig’s WR upside equation and other Polaroids

(01:10:34) USMNT blowout loss recap

(01:23:35) Emails: Jug is reborn and Gordie Howe lore

Reminders

1. Go to @ringerfantasyfootball (https://www.instagram.com/ringerfantasyfootball/) on Instagram and comment your Summer 2026 Memento Tattoo on our pinned IG post.

2. Our prayers to The Seven continue. Please gift us your wisdom for the 2026 Hottest NFL QB Rankings. mailto:ringerfantasyfootball@gmail.com

3. Don’t miss out on our Discord: https://discord.gg/BrcmaHFdqd

4. Bookmark our 2026 Fantasy Football Rankings (last updated May 7): https://theringer.com/fantasy-football/2026-preseason

Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck

Producers: Cameron Dinwiddie, Abou Kamara, Carlos Chiriboga, Nikhil Behal, Austin Gayle

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The Best Players on New Teams and Introducing the Hottest QB Rankings Jul 06, 2026

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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 teams before unveiling The Seven's (blessed be) honorable mentions for the inaugural Hottest NFL QB Rankings (01:31:02).

(00:00) Intro

(03:41) WR AJ Brown, Patriots

(14:01) RB Kenneth Walker, Chiefs

(23:07) WR Mike Evans, Bucs

(31:14) QB Kirk Cousins, Raiders

(39:20) QB Tua Tagovailoa, Falcons

(46:28) QB Malik Willis, Dolphins

(55:00) WR Jaylen Waddle, Broncos

(01:00:45) QB Kyler Murray, Vikings

(01:09:11) RB Travis Etienne, Saints

(01:15:37) RB David Montgomery, Texans

(01:19:04) WR DJ Moore, Bears

(01:23:19) Steelers Triple Bang: Michael Pittman, Rico Dowdle, and Kenneth Gainwell (now on the Bucs)

(01:31:02) Hottest NFL QB Rankings: Honorable Mentions

Reminder: Our prayers to The Seven continue. Please gift us your wisdom for the Hottest NFL QB Rankings. ringerfantasyfootball@gmail.com

Movie Club Coming: Autobots, roll out. Watch ‘Transformers’ before DK does to make sure you’re good to go for the first meeting coming up after the holiday weekend.

Discord Link: https://discord.gg/BrcmaHFdqd

Our 2026 Fantasy Football Rankings (Last Updated May 7): https://theringer.com/fantasy-football/2026-preseason

Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck

Producers: Cameron Dinwiddie, Abou Kamara, Carlos Chiriboga, Nikhil Behal, Austin Gayle

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NFL News, LeBron-Warriors Rumors, World Cup PK Madness, Taylor Swift's MSG Wedding, and Wayne Gretzky … Overrated? Jul 01, 2026

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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 to Myles Garrett (01:04:51), unpack more evidence of Joe Burrow’s appeal to lesbians (01:13:20), and more. Things eventually devolve into Arnold Schwarzenegger impressions (01:40:39). Reminder: We are calling out to The Seven for your Hottest NFL QB rankings. Also, emails about pirates, LeBron, and blind spots. ringerfantasyfootball@gmail.com

Movie Club Coming: Autobots, roll out. Watch 'Transformers' before DK does to join the club meeting coming soon.

(01:26) Heifetz has aggressive Taylor Swift takes (of course)

(09:13) More weird Brandon Aiyuk news

(13:29) Lions release 2024 first-rounder Terrion Arnold

(31:39) The World Cup gets the lads talking footy

(51:34) Craig can’t talk himself into LeBron James to the Warriors

(01:04:51) Wayne Gretzky was the GOAT trade piece

(01:13:20) More on Joe Burrow’s appeal to lesbians

(01:17:43) More bear drama from the Turtle Back Zoo

(01:22:40) Heifetz bar crawled as Shrek

Discord link: https://discord.gg/BrcmaHFdqd

Check out The Ringer’s 2026 Fantasy Football Rankings: https://theringer.com/fantasy-football/2026-preseason

Email us! ringerfantasyfootball@gmail.com

Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck

Producers: Austin Gayle, Abou Kamara, Carlos Chiriboga, Cameron Dinwiddie, and Nikhil Behal

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Brandon Aiyuk's IG Crashout, Russ Retires, Mahomes Makes $500M, Jameson's New House, and Heifetz's Fireball Gimp Suit Jun 26, 2026

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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 (43:32) before hitting some emails (01:09:26).

Reminders: We’re sending a request up to The Seven for their lists for The Hottest NFL QB Rankings. Please email us your lists at ringerfantasyfootball@gmail.com. We send our blessings. We’re also looking for anything on pirates and new dad advice. Ghosts, chodes, all welcome.

(00:00) Intro

(01:57) Brandon Aiyuk

(13:27) Russell Wilson retires

(27:14) Patrick Mahomes signs $500 million contract

(43:32) Jameson Williams bought a house

(01:05:48) Emails

Discord link: https://discord.gg/Ge8bbYHrau

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Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck

Producers: Austin Gayle, Abou Kamara, Carlos Chiriboga, Cameron Dinwiddie, and Nikhil Behal

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NFL News Roundup: Myles Garrett Rams Trade, Brendan Sorsby Saga, Heifetz Knicks Honeymoon, and a No Doubt Defense Jun 24, 2026

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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 NBA Champions

Discord link: https://discord.gg/Ge8bbYHrau

Check out The Ringer’s 2026 Fantasy Football Rankings: https://theringer.com/fantasy-football/2026-preseason

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Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck

Producers: Austin Gayle, Abou Kamara, Carlos Chiriboga, and Cameron Dinwiddie

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The 26 Best Players Under 26, Part 2. Plus, Get Yourself a Cobbler, and Heifetz Experiences New Music. Jun 15, 2026

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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 Ringer’s 2026 Fantasy Football Rankings: https://theringer.com/fantasy-football/2026-preseason

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Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck

Producers: Austin Gayle, Abou Kamara, Carlos Chiriboga, and Cameron Dinwiddie

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The 26 Best Players Under 26, Part 1. Plus, a Request to the Seven and Craig's Close Encounter With Spielberg. Jun 08, 2026

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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) Emails
Discord link: https://discord.gg/Ge8bbYHrau
Check out The Ringer’s 2026 Fantasy Football Rankings: https://theringer.com/fantasy-football/2026-preseason
Email us! ringerfantasyfootball@gmail.com
Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck
Producers: Austin Gayle, Abou Kamara, Carlos Chiriboga, and Cameron Dinwiddie

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EMERGENCY POD: AJ Brown Traded to the Patriots Jun 01, 2026

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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/Ge8bbYHrau
Check out The Ringer’s 2026 Fantasy Football Rankings: https://theringer.com/fantasy-football/2026-preseason
Email us! ringerfantasyfootball@gmail.com
Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck
Producers: Austin Gayle, Abou Kamara, Carlos Chiriboga, and Cameron Dinwiddie

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