The guys talk all things NFL draft in front of a sold-out crowd in Chicago! They open by discussing what feels like a lack of buzzy rumors ahead of Round 1. Next, they run through the dickhead mock draft, where they make predictions based on both their head and their heart. Later, they close with a special (in-person) edition of emails! (0:00) Intro (1:34) The lack of notable draft rumors ahead of Round 1 (4:52) The dickhead mock draft (43:05) In-person emails! Check out our 2025 Ringer NFL Draf...
Apr 23, 2025•1 hr 30 min
Welcome to the Take Purge. All NFL draft–related takes, including things you don’t actually believe, will be legal for 60 continuous minutes. All rational thought, logic, and professional credibility will be suspended. Check out our 2025 Ringer NFL Draft Guide here! Email us! [email protected] The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck Pr...
Apr 21, 2025•1 hr 17 min
The guys take a look at every running back in the 2025 NFL draft. DK and Heifetz make the arguments for and against each player, but the twist is that they don’t know which side they’re arguing until Craig flips a coin! Later, emails! (0:00) Intro (4:58) Ashton Jeanty, Boise State (16:56) Omarion Hampton, North Carolina (22:50) TreVeyon Henderson, Ohio State (29:29) Quinshon Judkins, Ohio State (37:25) Kaleb Johnson, Iowa (46:48) Dylan Sampson, Tennessee (54:53) Bhayshul Tuten, Virginia Tech (01...
Apr 17, 2025•1 hr 38 min
The guys take a look at every pass catcher in the 2025 NFL draft. DK and Heifetz make the arguments for and against each player, but the twist is that they don’t know which side they’re arguing until Craig flips a coin! They also discuss the Derek Carr injury and how that could affect the draft. Later, they talk about the Masters and get to some emails! (00:00) Intro (02:16) Derek Carr's injury (09:41) Travis Hunter (21:04) Tetairoa McMillan (26:48) Tyler Warren (33:54) Emeka Egbuka (39:09) Cols...
Apr 15, 2025•1 hr 49 min
Panda watch! The guys take a look at every quarterback in the 2025 NFL draft. DK and Heifetz make the arguments for and against each player, but the twist is that they don’t know which side they’re arguing until Craig flips a coin! (00:00) Intro (04:52) Cam Ward (11:53) Shedeur Sanders (28:43) Jaxson Dart (36:05) Tyler Shough (44:07) Jalen Milroe (50:58) Best of the Rest (01:05:00) Emails! Check out our 2025 Ringer NFL Draft Guide here! Email us! [email protected] The Ringer is com...
Apr 10, 2025•1 hr 28 min
The guys take a look at draft needs for every AFC team! They take some inspiration from the “Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon” game and discuss how far each team is from the Philadelphia Eagles. Plus, emails! (00:00) Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon: AFC Edition (3:20) One Degree: Kansas City Chiefs, Buffalo Bills, Baltimore Ravens (21:20) Two Degrees: Houston Texans, Los Angeles Chargers, Denver Broncos (34:00) Three Degrees: Cincinnati Bengals, Miami Dolphins, Pittsburgh Steelers (45:19) Four Degrees: New...
Apr 08, 2025•1 hr 35 min
The guys take a look at draft needs for every NFC team! They take some inspiration from the “Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon” game and discuss how far each team is from the Eagles. Plus, emails! One Degree Away: Lions, Rams Two Degrees Away: Vikings, 49ers Three Degrees Away: Commanders, Packers, Seahawks, Cardinals, Bears, Buccaneers Four Degrees Away: Falcons, Cowboys Five (or more) Degrees Away: Saints, Panthers, Giants CHAPTERS: Intro (00:00) Six Degrees of the Philadelphia Eagles (03:22) One Deg...
Apr 03, 2025•1 hr 39 min
The guys start by reacting to the news that the tush push might be banned and why it would be a soft rule change (1:19). Next, they open up the mailbag to answer the most burning draft-related (and non-draft-related) listener questions on everything from the most intriguing team and player fit to why the Cowboys should entertain trading Dak Prescott (13:52). Check out our 2025 Ringer NFL Draft Guide here! Email us! [email protected] The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Pl...
Mar 31, 2025•1 hr 19 min
The guys react to the Giants signing Russell Wilson, check in on the Aaron Rodgers sweepstakes, and break down the impact of Stefon Diggs to the Patriots (1:52). Next, they discuss the most divisive players in this year’s draft, including Tet McMillan, Shemar Stewart, Will Campbell, and more (26:21). Later, Craig met Seth Rogen—plus emails (01:03:40)! Check out our 2025 Ringer NFL Draft Guide here! Email us! [email protected] The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please vi...
Mar 27, 2025•1 hr 28 min
The guys go through the coolest guys in the draft! They talk about the blue-chip guys, DK’s favorite edge rushers and defensive linemen, sleepers, and more! They also talk about Jameis Winston signing with the Giants and how the top of the draft looks like it could go right now. Later, they read some emails and talk about Craig’s heartbreak over Magoon Gwath entering the transfer portal. DK’s favorite guys: - Blue-chippers: Travis Hunter, Ashton Jeanty, and Tetairoa McMillan - Gonna be household...
Mar 25, 2025•1 hr 49 min
LIVE SHOW in Chicago on April 22: Click below for tickets!The guys run a vibes check for every team. They talk about teams with good offseason vibes, bad offseason vibes, teams trending up, teams trending down, and which team has won the offseason so far. They also quickly go through some pro day news, then check on Craig after SDSU’s loss in the play-in game and contemplate the vastness of the universe. CHAPTERS: • Intro (00:00) • Offseason Vibe Check (03:23) • Pro Day Check in (01:11:49) • Tha...
Mar 19, 2025•1 hr 27 min
The guys react to the remaining NFL free agency moves as the turbulent deal-making period comes to a close, including the Bengals locking down Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, Cooper Kupp to Seattle, Derek Stingley Jr.’s historic contract, and more (9:28). Along the way, they run a vibes check across the league to decide which teams made their fan bases the happiest (45:26). Later, The Ringer’s resident college basketball expert, Tate Frazier, joins them to talk all things March Madness, including...
Mar 18, 2025•1 hr 37 min
Before getting into the latest NFL free agency moves, the guys air their grievances with Aaron Rodgers. Then, they discuss the Colts signing Daniel Jones, the Chargers landing Najee Harris, a mass exodus from San Francisco, Joey Bosa to Buffalo, rumors of Russell Wilson to Cleveland, and some confusing moves from the Jaguars. Plus, they throw out some potential landing spots for Cooper Kupp before answering emails about the biggest lies listeners tell their kids. CHAPTERS: • Aaron Rodgers is tea...
Mar 13, 2025•1 hr 36 min
The guys react to the biggest free agency deals across the league, including the Seahawks moving on from Geno Smith for Sam Darnold, the Steelers doubling down with DK Metcalf, Davante Adams’s new home, the Browns locking down Myles Garrett, and so much more (1:56). Later, emails (01:17:05)! Check out our 2025 Ringer NFL Draft Guide here! Email us! [email protected] The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and hel...
Mar 11, 2025•1 hr 28 min
The guys first react to Saquon Barkley’s record-breaking contract extension with the Eagles and discuss where he stands amongst the best free-agent signings of all time (3:06). Next, they hop in the Mock Tub Time Machine and come to you from the future with the 2025 NFL draft results! They take a look at DK’s updated mock draft and discuss where standout guys like Abdul Carter, Travis Hunter, Ashton Jeanty, Shedeur Sanders, and more ended up (16:16). Check out our 2025 Ringer NFL Draft Guide her...
Mar 05, 2025•1 hr 17 min
The guys catch up on some news around the NFL, including the Bengals franchise-tagging Tee Higgins, Matthew Stafford re-signing with the Rams, and the Commanders trading for Deebo Samuel (1:56). Next, inspired by the Oscars, the guys hand out awards based on the events of this year’s NFL scouting combine, including Most Athletic Offensive Player, Fastest Kid Alive, the Length Isn’t Everything award, the Small Hands award, and more (16:27). Later, Craig recaps his night at the Academy Awards (01:...
Mar 04, 2025•1 hr 26 min
From radio row at the NFL combine, The Ringer’s Danny Heifetz, Craig Horlbeck, and Danny Kelly begin by talking about the biggest story of the day: the Starbucks confrontation between reporters Ian Rapoport and Jordan Schultz that took the sports media world by storm. Then, the guys fantasize about potential trade destinations for Matthew Stafford before discussing this year’s draft class, including Abdul Carter’s foot injury and the guys’ opinions on whether Travis Hunter will successfully be a...
Feb 28, 2025•1 hr 28 min
The guys are live from the 2025 NFL scouting combine to translate what the coaches and general managers really meant in their press conferences (1:33). Later, they talk about the NFLPA survey results (59:04), and emails (1:07:06)! Check out our 2025 Ringer NFL Draft Guide here! Email us! [email protected] The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig...
Feb 27, 2025•1 hr 25 min
The guys preview the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine! They talk about the players they’re most looking forward to seeing, potential must-watch moments, and Cam Ward vs. Shedeur Sanders (2:45). Later, emails (54:58)! Check out our 2025 Ringer NFL Draft Guide here! Email us! [email protected] The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck Social: Kie...
Feb 24, 2025•1 hr 25 min
The guys open up the mailbag to answer the most burning fantasy, draft-related, and non-football-related listener questions on everything from the art of late-round drafting to whether the Packers need a no. 1 wide receiver to the origin of the Chipwich (2:10). Check out our 2025 Ringer NFL Draft Guide here! Email us! [email protected] The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Danny ...
Feb 19, 2025•1 hr 24 min
The guys reveal their blind, way-too-early fantasy rankings, and sort out their top 10 heading into the offseason (1:01). Check out our 2025 Ringer NFL Draft Guide here! Email us! [email protected] The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck Guest: Chris Ryan Social: Kiera Givens Producers: Kai Grady and Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about y...
Feb 17, 2025•1 hr 9 min
The guys are joined by The Ringer’s Chris Ryan to break down the Eagles’ Super Bowl blowout win over Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs (1:00). Later, they react to major news around the league, including Kellen Moore leaving the Super Bowl champs for the Saints’ head coaching job, the Jets breaking up with Aaron Rodgers, Deebo’s trade request, and much more (33:10). Check out our 2025 Ringer NFL Draft Guide here! Email us! [email protected] The Ringer is committed to responsible gamin...
Feb 12, 2025•1 hr 31 min
The guys recap Super Bowl LIX! They talk about the dominance of the Eagles, what this means for the Chiefs, Brady’s announcing, the commercials, the halftime show, and much more (2:32). Later, DK recaps his experience raw-dogging a four-hour flight (1:13:58)! Check out our 2025 Ringer NFL Draft Guide here! Email us! [email protected] The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Danny He...
Feb 10, 2025•1 hr 45 min
The guys are live from the FanDuel stage on Radio Row in New Orleans to preview Super Bowl LIX. They talk about the underdiscussed players in the game, including Jalen Hurts, A.J. Brown, Mike Caliendo, and even Travis Kelce (2:47). Check out our 2025 Ringer NFL Draft Guide here! Email us! [email protected] The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Crai...
Feb 06, 2025•1 hr 21 min
The guys start by discussing potential Myles Garrett and Cooper Kupp trades, Chip Kelly in Las Vegas, and, of course, the Luka Doncic trade (3:17). Then, they dive into Super Bowl LIX by talking about some of their favorite prop bets for the game (30:44). Later, emails (1:30:15)! Check out our 2025 Ringer NFL Draft Guide here! Email us! [email protected] The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines avail...
Feb 05, 2025•1 hr 45 min
The guys preview Super Bowl LIX by power ranking a handful of stats that could dictate the outcome of the game, including the Chiefs trying harder in the playoffs, Vic Fangio’s winless record against a certain someone, Saquon closing in on the single-season rushing record, Jalen Carter’s utter dominance, and more (2:12). Later, emails (57:14)! Check out our 2025 Ringer NFL Draft Guide here! Email us! [email protected] The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www....
Feb 03, 2025•1 hr 24 min
The guys highlight some of the most interesting prospects on DK’s top-32 big board, their favorite pro comps, traits, upsides vs. downsides, and much more from The Ringer’s NFL Draft Guide (2:10). Later, emails (63:12)! Check out our 2025 Ringer NFL Draft Guide here! Email us! [email protected] The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck S...
Jan 30, 2025•1 hr 33 min
The guys briefly check in on the latest coaching news around the league, including the Cowboys' new HC, Pete Carroll’s return, Liam Coen’s switcheroo, and more (1:43). Next, they run through all 32 teams to determine which ones are the most in need of a quarterback, diving into what the Vikings should do with Sam Darnold, Anthony Richardson’s shaky status as a starter, Shedeur Sanders vs. Cam Ward, and much more (19:25). Later, they guess whether someone is a character from ‘The Lord of the Ring...
Jan 29, 2025•1 hr 37 min
The guys recap all things conference championship weekend, including a potential Chiefs three-peat, Dalton Kincaid’s crushing drop, why the Eagles have the perfect roster construction, Frankie Luvu’s “palpably unfair act,” and much more (5:18). Along the way, they briefly look ahead at the Chiefs-Eagles Super Bowl rematch (50:50). Later, Craig talks about his first time going to ‘SNL’ and seeing Timothée Chalamet in person (59:04). Check out our 2024 Ringer Fantasy Football Rankings here! Email ...
Jan 27, 2025•1 hr 19 min
The guys react to the Jets hiring Aaron Glenn as their next head coach, the Jaguars finally moving on from general manager Trent Baalke, and more NFL front office changes (1:10). Next, they preview the two conference championship games, discussing the history of Josh Allen vs. Patrick Mahomes, an update on the middle-seat bet, the team of destiny, and much more (27:23). Later, emails (65:30)! Check out our 2024 Ringer Fantasy Football Rankings here! Email us! [email protected] The ...
Jan 23, 2025•1 hr 29 min
