The Rant with Jeff Ratcliffe

With Trey Benson landing on short-term IR, Jeff weighs in on the fantasy fallout. He tells you what he's doing with Benson in various league sizes. Jeff then gives you the tale of the tape for Emari Demercado and Michael Carter. He breaks down their experience as lead backs in Arizona, discusses the reporting (or lack thereof) on which figures to lead, warns about the fantasy football echo chamber, and tells you what he thinks is the most likely outcome this week for Demercado and Carter and how to use that information on waivers. 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.

Week 4 was absolutely brutal with season-ending injuries to Malik Nabers and Tyreek Hill. If you rostered them, should you panic? Hell no! Jeff breaks down the Giants and Dolphins WR rooms and tells exactly what to look for on the waiver wire this week. He also talks about how he's handling injuries to Lamar Jackson and Bucky Irving. Deep breath. We'll get through this. 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.

Week 4 is nearly in the books, and Jeff breaks it all down one number at a time. In this episode, Jeff gives you one stat from every single game that not only tells the story of what happened on the field but also points us toward what matters heading into Week 5. If you want the fastest way to cut through the noise and get real insight, this is it. 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.

It’s that time of the week. The start/sit questions are flying in, and Jeff breaks down the players everyone seems torn on. From Calvin Ridley and rookie deep threat Elic Ayomanor in Tennessee, to Isaiah Pacheco’s matchup, Nick Chubb’s workload, and whether Matthew Golden belongs in your lineup, he hits all the big calls. Jeff also gets into David Montgomery’s matchup, Ashton Jeanty’s early struggles, Geno Smith as a QB streamer option, and Harold Fannin at tight end. If you’re stressing over lineup decisions for Week 4, this episode has you covered. 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.

Trading can be where fantasy leagues are won and lost, and most people flat-out stink at it. In this episode, Jeff breaks down how to actually pull off deals that make your roster better. He covers the dos and don’ts of trading, how to spot sell-high and buy-low windows, and the art of negotiation to get trades done. From timing your offers to framing them in a way your league-mates can’t resist, you’ll walk away with a full trade strategy playbook. 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.

Week 4 rankings are live and it’s time to talk movers. In this episode, Jeff breaks down the biggest risers and fallers from his initial fantasy football rankings for the week. From players who popped in Week 3 to names trending in the wrong direction, he’ll tell you what it all means for your lineup decisions heading into Week 4. 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.

The NFL never sleeps, and today’s episode is packed with breaking news that’s shaking things up. Jeff kicks things off with the Giants finally pulling the plug on Russell Wilson and handing the reins to rookie Jaxson Dart. From there, he breaks down Tyrone Tracy’s timetable and what it means for Cam Skattebo. He also hits Mike Evans being sidelined for 3-4 weeks, checks in on Terry McLaurin’s status, and wraps with some thoughts on Brian Callahan handing off play-calling duties in Tennessee. Plenty of fallout to sort through for both real football and fantasy. 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.

Week 3 is nearly in the books, and Jeff breaks it all down one number at a time. In this episode, Jeff gives you one stat from every single game that not only tells the story of what happened on the field but also points us toward what matters heading into Week 4. If you want the fastest way to cut through the noise and get real insight, this is it. 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.

Week 3 brings plenty of tough start/sit calls, so Jeff breaks down some of the trickiest names on fantasy rosters. From Isiah Pacheco’s favorable matchup to Tee Higgins dealing with a QB downgrade, Michael Pittman Jr. after a quiet week, Marvin Harrison Jr. coming off a dud, rookies Matthew Golden and Quinshon Judkins, and even AJ Brown in a sputtering Eagles passing game. Jeff sorts through it all and tells you what to do. 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.

Looking to level up your fantasy squad? Jeff kicks things off with some trade strategy tips to help you navigate your league like a pro, then he dives into his favorite buy-low targets heading into Week 3. These are the players who haven’t hit yet but could swing your season if you move on them now. 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.

Week 3 rankings are live and it’s time to talk movers. In this episode, Jeff breaks down the biggest risers and fallers from his initial fantasy football rankings for the week. From players who popped in Week 2 to names trending in the wrong direction, he’ll tell you what it all means for your lineup decisions heading into Week 3. 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.

It’s time to check the market. In this episode, Jeff runs through all 32 NFL teams and give you one player whose fantasy stock is either on the rise or headed in the wrong direction. From breakout performances to early warning signs, he tells you who’s gaining value, who’s slipping, and what it all means for your roster going forward. Along the way, Jeff gives some thoughts on this week's waiver wire.  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.

Week 2 is nearly in the books, and Jeff breaks it all down one number at a time. In this episode, Jeff gives you one stat from every single game that not only tells the story of what happened on the field but also points us toward what matters heading into Week 3. If you want the fastest way to cut through the noise and get real insight, this is it. 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.

Week 2 is here and the start sit dilemmas are piling up. In this episode Jeff runs through the names dominating fantasy group chats right now, from Jordan Mason’s breakout buzz to the endless flex debates around Isiah Pacheco and rookie RJ Harvey. Veterans like Stefon Diggs, and Davante Adams are sparking questions. Jeff also dives into the backfield splits with Kenneth Walker and Zach Charbonnet, Travis Etienne’s usage, and whether Hollywood Brown can be trusted in lineups. Quarterback decisions with Kyler Murray plus tight end choices like Evan Engram and Juwan Johnson round out the week’s biggest calls. Get the full breakdown so you can set your lineup with confidence heading into Week 2. 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.

It’s time to fire up the panic meter. In this episode, Jeff runs through the biggest fantasy names who stumbled in Week 1 and puts a number on how worried we should actually be. From star players who just had a rough outing to situations that might signal a bigger problem, he breaks it all down on a scale of 1 to 10 so you know who to trust and who not to heading into Week 2. 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.

Week 2 rankings are live and it’s time to talk movers. In this episode, Jeff breaks down the biggest risers and fallers from his initial fantasy football rankings for the week. From players who popped in Week 1 to names trending in the wrong direction, he’ll tell you what it all means for your lineup decisions heading into Week 2. 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.

Every fantasy manager hits that point where the waiver wire looks tempting and the cut button starts calling. In this episode Jeff breaks down how to handle drop and add decisions the right way. He’ll walk you through the common traps managers fall into, like chasing one-week wonders, overreacting to slow starts, or cutting handcuffs too early. You’ll get a clear framework for when to move fast on waivers, when to stay patient with proven talent, and how to balance short-term needs with long-term upside. By the end you’ll know exactly what to avoid and how to make smarter roster moves all season long. 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.

Week 1 is in the books, and Jeff breaks it all down one number at a time. In this episode, Jeff gives you one stat from every single game that not only tells the story of what happened on the field but also points us toward what matters heading into Week 2. If you want the fastest way to cut through the noise and get real insight, this is it. 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.

The season is here and it’s time to set the table for Week 1. I break down the opener and why we shouldn't overreact to what we saw, dive into why wide receiver versus cornerback matchups can lead fantasy players astray, and lay out the right way to handle start/sit calls. Plus, I’ll walk you through how to actually use practice reports without driving yourself crazy. 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.

Week 1 is here and the start sit debates are heating up. In this episode Jeff takes on the biggest names everyone is asking about, from Dak Prescott, Trevor Lawrence, and rookie Drake Maye at quarterback, to RJ Harvey, Jaylen Warren, Tony Pollard, and Breece Hall in the backfield. Wideouts like Calvin Ridley, Jaylen Waddle, Xavier Worthy, and Emeka Egbuka are under the microscope too, along with tight ends Dalton Kincaid, Hunter Henry, and Dallas Goedert. Jeff gives you his outlook on each so you can lock in your lineup with confidence and kick off the season the right way. 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.