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The Rant - Fantasy Football Podcast

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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.

  • 25 episodes
  • Updated Yesterday
  • daily
  • Avg 13 min
  • English
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  • #615Yesterday · 12 min

    Kyler Murray Named Vikings Starter

    Jeff is back for another quick slant episode on the breaking news that the Minnesota Vikings named Kyler Murray their starting QB. Jeff breaks things down for Murray's fantasy value, discusses the impact on Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addision, and gives his thoughts on what the future looks like for JJ McCarthy.

  • #614Monday · 17 min

    Pittsburgh & San Francisco Team Previews

    Jeff Ratcliffe previews the Pittsburgh Steelers and Philadelphia Eagles for fantasy football purposes in 2026. He starts in Pittsburgh where Jeff discusses why DK Metcalf is undervalued and how he's avoiding both Rico Dowdle and Jaylen Warren in drafts. He then moves to San Francisco to break down Mike Evans and the fallout from Ricky Pearsall's injury, how he's handling George Kittle and Brock Purdy, and why Christian McCaffrey is a risk/reward pick in the first round of this year's drafts.

  • #613Friday · 18 min

    NY Jets & Philadelphia Team Previews

    Jeff Ratcliffe previews the New York Jets and Philadelphia Eagles for fantasy football purposes in 2026. He kicks things off with the Jets where he breaks down why Breece Hall is outside his top 12 RBs, Garrett Wilson's outlook with Geno Smith in town, and how to handle rookies Omar Cooper Jr. and Kenyon Sadiq. Jeff then heads home to Philly to discuss DeVonta Smith and Makai Lemon, why he's fading Dallas Goedert, how to handle Jalen Hurts in fantasy drafts, and reason for optimism for Saquon Ba

  • #612Thursday · 18 min

    New Orleans & NY Giants Team Previews

    Jeff Ratcliffe previews the New Orleans Saints and New York Giants for fantasy football purposes in 2026. He begins in New Orleans where he talks about how Tyler Shough looks to build off his strong rookie campaign, the outlook for Chris Olave and Jordyn Tyson, and how he's handling Travis Etienne. Jeff then slides over to the Giants with some thoughts on Jaxson Dart, why he's bullish on Malik Nabers, how to value Cam Skattebo, and what makes Isaiah Likely a breakout candidate.

  • #611August 5 · 17 min

    Minnesota & New England Team Previews

    Jeff Ratcliffe previews the Minnesota Vikings and New England Patriots for fantasy football purposes in 2026. He starts in Minnesota with thoughts on Kyler Murray's addition to the offense, the outlook for Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addision, and why he isn't interested in the Vikings' running backs. Jeff then moves to New England to break down Drake Maye for fantasy, the impact of AJ Brown, why he isn't in on Romeo Doubs or Hunter Henry, and why he's still bullish on TreVeyon Henderson.

  • #610August 3 · 17 min

    LA Rams & Miami Team Previews

    Jeff Ratcliffe previews the Los Angeles Rams and Miami Dolphins for fantasy football purposes in 2026. He kicks off in LA where Jeff breaks down the outlooks for Puka Nacua and Davante Adams, ponders why people are sleeping on Kyren Williams, and tells you why he isn't interested in Matthew Stafford. Jeff then moves to Miami to discuss the fallout in 2026, why DeVon Achane is still fantastic, how Malik Willis could hit as a late-round quarterback, and tries to figure out who is going to catch th

  • #609July 30 · 17 min

    Las Vegas & LA Chargers Team Previews

    Jeff Ratcliffe previews the Las Vegas Raiders and Los Angeles Chargers for fantasy football purposes in 2026. He starts in Vegas to discuss when he thinks Fernando Mendoza takes over as the starter, why Brock Bowers is awesome in football but dangerous for fantasy, and Ashton Jeanty's outlook in Year 2. He then heads to LA to talk Mike McDaniel's impact on Justin Herbert, Ladd McConkey, and Quentin Johnston. Jeff also tells you why Orande Gadsden's Arrow is pointing down in the short-term, and why he's bullish on Omarion Hampton. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  • #608July 29 · 17 min

    Jacksonville & Kansas City Team Previews

    Jeff Ratcliffe previews the Jacksonville Jaguars and Kansas City Chiefs for fantasy football purposes in 2026. He kicks off with the Jags and breaks down which wide receivers is the most appealing for fantasy football purposes, discusses Brenton Strange's outlook, tells you why he's cautiously optimistic about Bhayshul Tuten, and gives reason to not overvalue Trevor Lawrence. He then moves to Kansas City to talk about Patrick Mahomes' return from injury, why he has no concerns about Rashee Rice,

  • #607July 28 · 17 min

    Houston & Indianapolis Team Previews

    Jeff Ratcliffe previews the Houston Texans and Indianapolis Colts for fantasy football purposes in 2026. He begins with the Texans and why he thinks people are crazy for liking David Montgomery, the outlooks for Nico Collins and Jayden Higgins, and how he's approaching CJ Stroud this year. Jeff then heads to Indianapolis to talk the latest on Alec Pierce's recovery from offseason surgery, why he won't get any shares of Tyler Warren in redraft, Daniel Jones' fantasy outlook, and why Jonathan Tayl

  • #606July 27 · 17 min

    Detroit & Green Bay Team Previews

    Jeff Ratcliffe previews the Detroit Lions and Green Bay Packers for fantasy football purposes in 2026. He kicks things off in Detroit by basking in the greatness of Jahmyr Gibbs and Amon-Ra St. Brown, breaks down Jameson Williams' ceiling/floor combination, talks about why Sam LaPorta is risky in the middle rounds, and why Jared Goff is better for superflex than 1QB. Jeff then heads to Green Bay to discuss the value at wide receiver and why Matthew Golden is more interesting than Jayden Reed, Tu

  • #605July 23 · 17 min

    Dallas & Denver Team Previews

    Jeff Ratcliffe previews the Dallas Cowboys and Denver Broncos for fantasy football purposes in 2026. He starts in Dallas where Jeff debates the merits of CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens, tells you why he isn't interested in Jake Ferguson, breaks down Dak Prescott's outlook, and discusses Javonte Williams' value. Jeff then turns to the backfield in Denver and tells you his favorite Broncos back, dissects the impact of the Jaylen Waddle trade, and tells you whether or not Bo Nix is a value in 2026 fantasy football drafts. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  • #604July 22 · 17 min

    Cincinnati & Cleveland Team Previews

    Jeff Ratcliffe previews the Cincinnati Bengals and Cleveland Browns for fantasy football purposes in 2026. He kicks things off with the Bengals and tells you why Joe Burrow is the straw that stirs the drink, his outlook for Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, and why he remains bullish on Chase Brown. Jeff then pivots to Cleveland to discuss the madness at quarterback, the Browns rookie upgrades at wideout in KC Concepcion and Denzel Boston, why he's likely fading Harold Fannin, and Quinshon Judkins'

  • #603July 21 · 19 min

    Carolina & Chicago Team Previews

    Jeff Ratcliffe previews the Carolina Panthers and Chicago Bearss for fantasy football purposes in 2026. He starts in Carolina with some thoughts on Bryce Young's outlook, what to think about Tetairoa McMillan and Jalen Coker, and how he's handling Chuba Hubbard and Jonathan Brooks. Jeff then moves to Chicago and breaks down the Luther Burden hype, why he won't get any shares of Colston Loveland, Rome Odonuze's Year 3 outlooks, why Caleb Williams is no longer a fantasy value pick, and which RB he

  • #602July 20 · 19 min

    Baltimore & Buffalo Team Previews

    Jeff Ratcliffe previews the Baltimore Ravens and Buffalo Bills for fantasy football purposes in 2026. He kicks off in Baltimore where he sings the praises of Lamar Jackson while also telling you why he isn't drafting him. Jeff also breaks down the outlooks for Zay Flowers, Derrick Henry, and Mark Andrews. He then heads to Buffalo to talk a little superflex strategy regarding Josh Allen, why DJ Moore is an interesting fit in the Bills offense, and how he's valuing James Cook in 2026.

  • #601July 16 · 20 min

    Arizona & Atlanta Team Previews

    Jeff Ratcliffe previews the Arizona Cardinals and Atlanta Falcons for fantasy football purposes in 2026. He starts in Arizona where he gives his evaluation of Jeremiah Love, and discusses the quarterback position and how it will impact Trey McBride, Marvin Harrison Jr. and Michael Wilson. Jeff then heads to Atlanta and tells you who he thinks will be the starting quarterback, why Drake London is a WR1 regardless, how he views Kyle Pitts, and how the new coaching regime will impact Bijan Robinson

  • #600March 10 · 10 min

    NFL Free Agency Monday Wrap Up

    Jeff is back with another quick slant instant reaction podcast episode to tie a bow on a hectic first day of NFL free agency. He gives his thoughts on Travis Kelce staying with the Chiefs, Tua Tagovailoa landing with the Falcons, Wan'Dale Robinson heading to Tennessee, Rico Dowdle signing with the Steeelers, JK Dobbins sticking with the Broncos, Tyler Allgeier going to committee hell in Arizona, and Rashid Shaheed staying put in Seattle.

  • #599March 9 · 6 min

    Mike Evans Signs with the 49ers

    Jeff is back with another quick slant instant reaction podcast episode to break down Mike Evans signing with the San Francisco 49ers. Jeff starts with a quick look at the fallout in Tampa Bay and then looks at Evans' outlook in San Francisco. He dispels the idea that Evans is injury prone and dissects the 49ers' pass catchers.

  • #598March 9 · 6 min

    Travis Etienne Signs with the Saints

    Jeff is back with another quick slant instant reaction podcast episode to break down Travis Etienne signing with the New Orleans Saints. Jeff takes a look at what this means for Alvin Kamara's future and what Etienne's outlook is like if Kamara ends up being cut. He then heads to Jacksonville to break down the Jags backfield and Bhayshul Tuten's initial fantasy football outlook.

  • #597March 9 · 5 min

    Isaiah Likely Signs with the Giants

    Jeff is back with another quick slant instant reaction podcast episode to break down Isaiah Likely signing with the New York Giants. He starts by tempering expectations for Mark Andrews in Baltimore and then tells you why Likely is a fantasy winner from this move. Jeff speculates on Likely's value and breaks down how this impacts Theo Johnson's outlook.

  • #596March 9 · 5 min

    Malik Willis Signs with the Dolphins

    Jeff is back with another quick slant instant reaction podcast episode to break down Malik Willis signing with the Miami Dolphins. Miami begins life after Tua Tagovailoa with a splash, signing the upside former Packers backup. Jeff gives you his thoughts on Willis' initial value in fantasy and calls into question the current group of Dolphins' pass catchers.

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