The Ringer Fantasy Football Show

Wild listener takes fuel debates on Patrick Mahomes' ACL worries and Jayden Daniels' regression risk. They argue whether running backs deserve bigger paychecks and fret over Jackson Dart and Malik Nabers’ fragility. There's uproarious talk about the tush push, kicking controversies, and the strange saga around Aaron Rodgers’ public life. Non-sports confessions send them spiraling into salsa snobbery and bizarre animal hypotheticals.

Jordan Ritter Conn, writer and author of American Men, joins to talk masculinity, loneliness, and how fantasy leagues shape rituals and friendships. He reads from his book and shares personal anecdotes. The conversation also touches on how cultural expectations influence men's behavior and identity.

They debate the wild dynasty trade that rocked a league and whether Jeremiah Love really deserves being ranked first among rookies. They argue Ty Simpson versus top receivers, and unpack Fernando Mendoza’s long-term upside. They sort players into tiers, highlight day-two sleepers, and trade dynasty strategy while trading stories and league rituals keep things lively.

They mock up condiments before launching into a league‑wide “draft the draft” ranking of all 32 teams. They debate the Steelers tender on Aaron Rodgers and unpack the Ty Simpson–Rams quarterback controversy. Multiple teams get quick takes on standout picks, trades, risky choices, and who best reshaped their roster.

They hand out winners and losers from the 2026 NFL draft and argue which teams actually improved. Discussion covers the Raiders' surprising glow-up and Cleveland’s roster-building moves. There is hot takes on Ty Simpson and the Rams, a cringe-worthy Steelers draft leak, and a breakdown of best and worst picks plus draft icks.

Day Two chaos and baffling reaches across multiple teams. Heated debate over rookie landing spots that wreck fantasy value. Deep dive into odd positional trends, surprising quarterback moves, and quirky draft moments. A bizarre media moment sparks satire about celebrity health claims.

They break down shocking first-round surprises like a quarterback pick that stunned a coach. They celebrate steals and high-upside defensive talents while calling out puzzling, risky selections. Fantasy landing spots for rookie wide receivers get quick takes. The convo veers into weird draft anecdotes and a painfully funny listener story about punching friends in the taint.

Mock draft mania and a full first-round projection that sparks debate. A surprising Dexter Lawrence trade and why it reshuffles Giants plans. A tackle-heavy stretch and interior defensive priorities shaping championship-building. Early reaction to the first 10 minutes of Dune: Part Three and wild theater stories.

Wild 2026 draft takes fly as they debate tanking the combine, whether the Giants are headed for trouble, and if the Raiders should skip a QB at No. 1. They argue about sleepers who could break out, assess quirky prospects like Fernando Mendoza, and weigh scheme fit for positionless defenders. The conversation veers into running back sleepers, Super Bowl complaints, and off-field tangents about pillows and restaurant bread.

They unpack a Bills stadium correction and fan outrage. Draft mailbag chaos includes debates on Carnell Tate vs. Jeremiah Love and whether Carson Beck is ready. Silly hypotheticals test how many blockers it takes to slow Myles Garrett. They praise walk-off home runs as the best feeling and close with a quick Vegas check-in.