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The Rant - Fantasy Football Podcast

Fantasy Football, FTN Media

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.

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00:18:13

Biggest Rankings Movers in Week 1

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2026/09/09

Jeff kicks off today's show with some thoughts on how rankings take the decision making dilemmas out of start/sit. He then breaks down the biggest rankings movers across the 4 skill positions and tells you why it's detrimental to roster two QBs in a 1QB format. 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.

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00:18:13

RB2 Strategy & Jacobs, Jeanty, Love Updates

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2026/09/02

Jeff breaks down some key strategy points on why it's important to draft several players to be your RB2. He also gives the latest on Josh Jacobs, Jeremiyah Love, and Ashton Jeanty.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.

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00:18:13

Josh Jacobs to Commissioners Exempt

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2026/08/31

Jeff breaks down the fallout from Josh Jacobs landing on commissioners exempt, including why he's still avoiding Marshawn Lloyd. Jeff also breaks down Keenan Allen's DWI arrest and all the latest injury news following roster cutdown weekend.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.

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00:18:13

Latest on Jeanty & Jacobs

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2026/08/28

Jeff kicks today's show up with some more thoughts on Josh Jacobs and how he's handling him in fantasy drafts. Jeff also gives you the latest news on Ashton Jeanty, Jonah Coleman, Malachi Fields, and Alec Pierce.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.

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00:10:28

Josh Jacobs Charged: Will the NFL Suspend Him?

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2026/08/27

Josh Jacobs has officially been charged with two misdemeanors stemming from his May arrest, but does that mean an NFL suspension is coming? Jeff breaks down the charges, what the NFL's Personal Conduct Policy actually says, how the league has handled similar cases, the expected legal timeline, and what it all means for Jacobs' 2026 fantasy football outlook.Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of

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00:18:13

What Makes a Player "Do Not Draft"?

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2026/08/26

Jeff talks about how a player makes his do not draft list. He breaks down why he rarely has early-round players on the list and then tells you exactly what player types make his do not draft list. In the process, Jeff gives specific examples and dissects exact why each player made the do not draft list.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.

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00:18:13

Anatomy of a Draft

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2026/08/25

Jeff breaks down the anatomy of a fantasy football draft from this past weekend. He walks through his draft strategy, the decisions he faced in each round, the players he selected and why they made sense at that point in the draft. He also looks back at his execution, what went according to plan, where he had to adjust on the fly and what he would have done differently. If you have a fantasy draft coming up, this episode gives you a real-world look at how to put draft strategy into action.Get

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00:18:13

My 2026 Fantasy Football Draft Strategy

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2026/08/21

Draft season is here, and it’s time to put the plan into action. Jeff breaks down his complete 2026 fantasy football draft strategy, including how to attack the early rounds, why roster construction matters more than chasing value, where the sweet spots are at each position and how to avoid the mistakes that can derail your draft. Whether you’re drafting this weekend or still preparing for the big day, this episode gives you the blueprint you need to build a winning roster.Get Jeff's content: FTN

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00:18:13

Jordyn Tyson Injury & Veteran Signings

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2026/08/18

Jeff breaks down what Keenan Allen signing with the Colts and Najee Harris signing with the Giants means for fantasy football purposes. He also discusses how he's navigating injuries to Jordyn Tyson, Christian McCaffrey, Kyle Monangai, and Breece Hall.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.

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00:18:13

Preseason Week 1 Takeaways

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2026/08/17

Jeff breaks down his biggest takeaways from Week 1 of the NFL preseason including his thoughts on Jeremiyah Love's injury, several rookie WRs stepping up, the debut performances from Fernando Mendoza and Ty Simpson, a deep rookie running back to know, and so much more. 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.

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00:18:13

Tennessee & Washington Team Previews

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2026/08/13

Jeff Ratcliffe previews the Tennessee Titans and Washington Commanders for fantasy football purposes in 2026. He starts in Tennessee and breaks down the coaching change impact on Cam Ward, why he's bullish on Carnell Tate, and his reason for avoiding the Titans running backs in drafts. Jeff then moves to Washington to break down Jayden Daniels' outlook, how he's valuing Terry McLaurin and Stefon Diggs, why he's targeting Chig Okonkwo in the late rounds, and how he's approaching the Commanders

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Seattle & Tampa Bay Team Previews

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2026/08/12

Jeff Ratcliffe previews the Seattle Seahawks and Tampa Bay Buccaneers for fantasy football purposes in 2026. He kicks things off with the defending Super Bowl champs and breaks down why Sam Darnold is a decent superflex option, the outlooks for Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Rashid Shaheed, and why he's confident in Jadarian Price at his current cost. Jeff then heads to Tampa to talk about how he's approaching the backfield, Baker Mayfield's outlook, and which WR other than Emeka Egbuka he's interested in

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00:12:42

Kyler Murray Named Vikings Starter

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2026/08/11

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.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.

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00:17:26

Pittsburgh & San Francisco Team Previews

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2026/08/10

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. Get

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00:18:00

NY Jets & Philadelphia Team Previews

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2026/08/07

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

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New Orleans & NY Giants Team Previews

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2026/08/06

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. Get Jeff's content:

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00:17:27

Minnesota & New England Team Previews

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2026/08/05

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.Get Jeff's

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00:17:27

LA Rams & Miami Team Previews

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2026/08/03

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 the

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00:17:27

Las Vegas & LA Chargers Team Previews

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2026/07/30

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

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00:17:27

Jacksonville & Kansas City Team Previews

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2026/07/29

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,

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