The Ringer NFL Draft Show Power Ranking Players We're NOT Thankful For, the Waddle Model, and Fantasy Court
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Nov 26, 2025 The hosts rank players they are not thankful for, highlighting the fantasy disappointments of Brian Thomas Jr., Alvin Kamara, and Saquon Barkley. They dive into the Waddle Model to analyze performance dips and the impact of injuries on players like J.J. McCarthy. Thanksgiving game previews spark lively discussions about Packers vs. Lions and Chiefs vs. Cowboys matchups. In Fantasy Court, a listener's collusion complaint brings some drama, while a funny email about Hulk Hogan adds a light touch. Perfect for fantasy enthusiasts!
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Check Underlying Metrics Before Drafting WRs
- Don't overweight one-season breakout expectations without considering team changes and target competition.
- Evaluate yards-per-route and explosive-play rates before drafting second-year receivers like Ladd McConkey.
Kyle Pitts: The Ongoing Fantasy Regret
- Kyle Pitts has become a recurring fantasy disappointment despite high draft pedigree and athletic promise.
- The hosts recount cutting and re-adding Pitts and enduring repeated low-scoring games and drops.
Marvin Harrison Jr. Falling Short Of Hype
- Marvin Harrison Jr. is underperforming relative to draft hype and looks athletically average so far.
- The hosts suggest name recognition and pedigree inflated his draft position and expectations.