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The Rant with Jeff Ratcliffe

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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00:18:34

5 League Settings That Promote Luck Over Skill

The Rant with Jeff Ratcliffe ·

2025/08/26

In this episode, Jeff breaks down the fantasy football league settings that turn your season into a dice roll instead of a skill game. From short benches and position maximums to high-variance scoring bonuses, old-school waiver systems, and the weekly chaos of defense/special teams, Jeff dives into why these rules promote luck over strategy and how they can wreck even the best-built rosters. If you’ve ever lost to a random 50-yard touchdown or a fluky pick-six, this one’s for you.Get Jeff's

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00:19:14

McLaurin Contract & Preseason Week 3 Takeaways

The Rant with Jeff Ratcliffe ·

2025/08/25

In this episode, Jeff kicks things off with a breakdown of Terry McLaurin’s brand-new contract extension and what it means for Washington and fantasy managers alike. From there, he runs through every single matchup from Week 3 of the preseason, giving you his biggest takeaways from all 16 games. Whether it’s breakout performances, roster battles, or injury updates, he has you covered with everything you need to know heading into the regular season. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy

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00:12:40

Brian Robinson Jr. Traded

The Rant with Jeff Ratcliffe ·

2025/08/22

Brian Robinson Jr. just got traded to the 49ers, and Jeff breaks down what this move means for fantasy football. Does Robinson carve out a role in one of the league’s most productive run schemes, or is he just another body behind Christian McCaffrey? Jeff dives into how this impacts Robinson’s value, what it means for CMC’s workload, and whether Isaac Guerendo is still worth stashing. Plus, he breaks down the remaining pieces in Washington and how to handled the Commanders RBs in fantasy football

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00:15:33

Biggest Rankings Risers

The Rant with Jeff Ratcliffe ·

2025/08/21

It’s the biggest draft weekend of the year, and Jeff has you covered with his biggest fantasy football rankings risers. Quarterbacks shaking up the board, running backs climbing fast, wideouts heating up, and even some sneaky tight ends making noise. He breaks down who’s moving, why it matters, and how you should attack your drafts with these players in mind.Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy

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00:15:33

Cracking the Commanders Backfield

The Rant with Jeff Ratcliffe ·

2025/08/20

The Commanders’ backfield is a fantasy puzzle, and Jeff is breaking it down piece by piece. Brian Robinson trade rumors are heating up, Jacory Croskey-Merritt is generating serious camp buzz, Austin Ekeler still looks like the passing-down guy, and Chris Rodriguez is lurking as a key role player. Jeff tells you exactly how he's handling each of them in drafts, which player has league-winning upside, and which ones he's letting someone else take. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy

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00:15:31

Why "Value" is Killing Your Hero/Zero RB Builds

The Rant with Jeff Ratcliffe ·

2025/08/19

Everyone loves the idea of flexibility on draft day, but sometimes “mixing strategies” just leaves you with a mess. In this episode, Jeff breaks down why blending value-based drafting with Hero RB or Zero RB is a dangerous game. From conflicting priorities to wrecked roster construction, he walks you through the traps drafters fall into when they try to mash these philosophies together. If you want a clear plan of attack for your fantasy football draft instead of a Frankenstein strategy, this

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00:13:26

Preseason Week 2 Biggest Takeaways

The Rant with Jeff Ratcliffe ·

2025/08/18

Week 2 of the preseason is nearly in the books, and there’s no shortage of fantasy football takeaways. From quarterbacks making strides to rookies flashing upside and backfield rotations starting to sort themselves out, Jeff breaks down everything that matters for your drafts. We’ll talk risers, fallers, sleepers, and what’s just preseason noise.Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy

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00:15:42

Why Mocks Don't Help You Draft Better

The Rant with Jeff Ratcliffe ·

2025/08/15

Mock drafts might be fun, but they’re not making you a better fantasy football drafter. In this episode, Jeff breaks down why mock drafts give you a false sense of preparation, the big differences between mocks and the real thing, and the smarter ways to get ready for your draft. If you’ve been wasting time in mock lobbies, this one’s a wake-up call.Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy

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00:05:12

Quinshon Judkins Will Not Face Charges

The Rant with Jeff Ratcliffe ·

2025/08/14

Big news out of the NFL: Quinshon Judkins will not face charges. Jeff is back for a podcast quick slant to break down what this means for fantasy football and how it changes his outlook heading into draft season. He talks about where he should be going in drafts now, how this impacts his role and upside, and why his ADP could swing quickly in the coming days. Plus, he shares how he handling Judkins in his own drafts and what this means for the rest of the Browns running backs. Get Jeff's content:

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00:18:30

Rashee Rice Disciplinary Hearing Scheduled

The Rant with Jeff Ratcliffe ·

2025/08/14

Rashee Rice’s disciplinary hearing is set for September 30, and it could shake up the fantasy landscape. In this episode, Jeff breaks down every possible suspension outcome and what each one means for your draft board. From best-case scenarios to season-altering bans, he walks you through how he's valuing Rice, what contingency plans he's making, and where (or if) he's willing to take him in drafts right now.Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy

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00:22:39

Jeff's Deep Sleepers

The Rant with Jeff Ratcliffe ·

2025/08/13

It’s time to dig deep. In this episode, Jeff uncovers the hidden gems at running back and wide receiver who can turn your last-round picks into league-winning gold. He’ll walk you through his process for spotting these late-round values, break down the traits that make them worth stashing, and give you his favorite deep sleepers to target before your league mates even know their names. If you want to leave your draft with a bench full of upside, this is the episode you can’t miss.Get Jeff's

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00:19:16

Late-Round Avoids

The Rant with Jeff Ratcliffe ·

2025/08/12

It’s time to talk late-round landmines. In this episode, Jeff breaks down exactly how he evaluate players once the draft board starts to thin out, the player archetypes he's looking to grab, and the ones he's steering clear of entirely. From risky profiles to overhyped “sleepers,” he walks you through his process so you know who’s worth the dart throw and who’s just wasting a roster spot. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy

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00:18:38

Preseason Week 1 Takeaways

The Rant with Jeff Ratcliffe ·

2025/08/11

Week 1 of the preseason is done, and Jeff is breaking down every game to pull out the biggest fantasy football takeaways you need to know. From rookies making a statement to surprise depth chart moves, he gives you the biggest takeaways from each game that could shape your draft board.Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy

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00:19:54

Red Flag Players

The Rant with Jeff Ratcliffe ·

2025/08/07

Some players just scream trouble. In this episode, Jeff breaks down the biggest red flags heading into fantasy football draft season. Whether it’s injuries, bad vibes, or sketchy depth chart situations, he's calling out the landmines you need to dodge. Don’t get burned on draft day. Let’s expose the risky picks before they wreck your roster.Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy

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00:18:34

Draft Day Psychology

The Rant with Jeff Ratcliffe ·

2025/08/06

Jeff dives into the psychological traps fantasy football managers fall into every single year on draft day. From overreacting to position runs to blindly trusting ADP, these mental missteps can quietly wreck a draft, and Jeff's here to help you avoid them (and exploit them when your opponents fall for the bait). If you want the upper hand in your snake draft, this episode is your secret weapon.Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy

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00:17:46

How to Build a Bench That Wins Titles

The Rant with Jeff Ratcliffe ·

2025/08/05

Jeff breaks down the one part of your fantasy football draft that most people overlook: your bench. Too many drafters fill it with "safe" names and end up wondering why their team can’t win when it counts. Jeff shows you how to build a bench with real upside, how to stash the right breakouts, when to draft handcuffs, and what types of players to completely avoid. If you want a roster that actually wins titles, it starts here.Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy

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00:16:31

How to Make Your Keeper Decisions

The Rant with Jeff Ratcliffe ·

2025/08/04

Jeff breaks down everything you need to know to crush your keeper decisions heading into draft season. He hits the do’s and the don’ts that’ll give you the edge your league mates wish they had. If you're torn between players or just want to make sure you're not keeping a future landmine, this one's for you. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy

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00:23:03

How to Use Your Cheat Sheets On Draft Day

The Rant with Jeff Ratcliffe ·

2025/08/01

In this episode, Jeff kicks things off with a breakdown of McLaurin’s surprise trade request and what it means for Washington’s offense. Then it’s time to talk Hall of Fame Game: who popped, who flopped, and what it all means for fantasy. Finally, Jeff drops his best tips for how to actually use your cheat sheet like a pro on draft day. No more panic picks or reaching two rounds too early. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy

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00:18:33

Middle & Late-Round WR Targets

The Rant with Jeff Ratcliffe ·

2025/07/31

Went heavy on running backs early? Now you’ve got to thread the needle at WR, and we have the names to help you do it. On today’s episode, Jeff Ratcliffe runs through the best middle- and late-round WR targets who bring real upside to your fantasy roster. Whether it’s rookies ready to pop, breakout candidates in new roles, or sleepers climbing the depth chart, these are the guys who can bail you out after passing on the elite wideouts. Tune in and stock that WR room the smart way.Get Jeff's

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00:18:33

Zero/Hero RB Targets

The Rant with Jeff Ratcliffe ·

2025/07/30

Jeff breaks down his favorite Zero RB and Hero RB targets for the 2025 fantasy football season. He dives into the mid and late-round backs who can help you build a winning roster without spending premium draft capital. Whether you're going full-on Zero RB or just looking for high-upside depth, Jeff's got the names you need to know.Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy

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