Best Captain Sleeper Podcasts (2025)

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Young QB Check-In, Part 2: Trevor Lawrence Excuses, Richardson’s Flameout, STROUD, Liking Jordan Love, and Our Big QB Sleeper for 2025 1:58:39

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Subscribe to our new YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@RingerFFS The guys look at the remaining under-25 starting quarterbacks around the league and check in on their young NFL careers heading into this season. Plus, emails! (00:00) Intro (02:20) C.J. Stroud, Houston Texans (12:56) Anthony Richardson, Indianapolis Colts (19:20) Bryce Young,…

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Year 2 QB Check-In: Sophomore Slump Candidates, a New Caleb, Maye (Over) Hype, and Hooked on BoNix 1:19:51

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Subscribe to the new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@RingerFFS The guys look around the league at the second-year starting quarterbacks and take a temperature check on each one heading into the new season. Plus, emails! (00:00) Intro (3:21) Caleb Williams, Chicago Bears (16:35) Jayden Daniels, Washington Commanders (26:52) Drake Maye, New…

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RB Arguments, Christian McCALFrey, Saquon Madden Curse, Rookie Temp Check, and Meatcake 1:42:50

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The guys fight over the most interesting fantasy running backs heading into next season and place them into categories, including the hardest to rank, the hipster pick, sleepers, and much more! Plus, emails! (00:00) Intro (3:33) Hardest to rank (12:16) BONK! (18:32) The hipsters (32:28) Post-hype sleepers (52:39) The Ricky Bobby guys (01:00:09) Tea…

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J.J. Spaun Wins the U.S. Open! 55:58

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House and Hubbard fire up the microphones after the conclusion of the U.S. Open as J.J. Spaun secured the first major win of his career (0:00). Then, they share their thoughts on the course and its conditions (0:45). Later they discuss Bryson DeChambeau missing the cut (23:35) and Rory McIlroy’s behavior through the weekend (28:35) The Ringer is co…

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Aaron Rodgers Is a Pittsburgh Steeler. What Could Go Wrong? 45:15

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The guys react to the news that Aaron Rodgers finally signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers and debate whether it was a smart move. Next, they discuss the Houston Texans signing Nick Chubb, and what that means for his volume. Plus, emails! (00:00) Intro (1:19) Aaron Rodgers signs with the Steelers (25:05) Nick Chubb joins the Texans (27:20) Emails! C…

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2025 U.S. Open Preview, Picks, and Sleepers With Justin Ray! 1:09:52

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House and Hubbard are joined by Twenty First Group’s Justin Ray to preview the U.S. Open! They start off with the top contenders for the major (00:48), before delving into their thoughts on their favorite plays for rest of the field (41:02), and more (54:16). Finally, they predict who will win the U.S. Open (58:12). The Ringer is committed to respo…

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WR Arguments: Tyreek Over the Hill, the Deebo-demption, George Pickens Is Steven Seagal, and Virtually Milking a Cow 1:53:40

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The guys go through the most interesting fantasy wide receivers heading into next season and place them into categories, including the hardest to rank, the hipster pick, sleepers, and much more! Plus, emails! (00:00) Intro (02:24) Hardest to rank (12:56) BONK! (19:22) Hipster picks (32:23) Sleepers (46:08) Post-hype Sleepers (01:00:40) Ricky Bobby …

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The New Tight End Mount Rushmore, Kelce’s Comeback(?), Saquon's 'Madden' Cover, and Steph Curry Loves Benson Boone 1:48:21

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The guys run through a handful of news items, including Saquon making the 'Madden' cover, Frank Ragnow’s retirement, the 49ers trading for Bryce Huff, and more. Next, they fight over the most interesting fantasy tight ends heading into next season and place them into categories, including the hardest to rank, the hipster pick, sleepers, and much mo…

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NFL News Dump: Captain Diggs, Olympic Flag Football, Tush Push NOT Banned, Rodgers on Rogan, and Ripped Marvin Harrison Jr. 1:45:57

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The guys recap a handful of offseason story lines around the league, including the Stefon Diggs boat situation, Brock Purdy’s massive extension, the tush push living to fight another day, the 2025 NFL schedule, and so much more. Later, emails and Heifetz’s Europe trip recap! (0:00) Intro (1:43) Stefon Diggs (6:20) Brock Purdy’s extension (10:04) Th…

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The Revelation of Ben Griffin, Tour Championship Changes, and Memorial Tournament Preview! 51:46

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House and Hubbard tee off with their recap of the Charles Schwab Challenge, including Ben Griffin’s win (00:52), Then, they hit on Ryder Cup team positioning (05:40), potential driver testing (10:54), and Tour Championship changes (18:06). Finally, they preview and offer their favorite plays for the Memorial Tournament (26:55). The Ringer is commit…

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The PGA Championship Afterglow and Charles Schwab Challenge Preview! 45:02

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House and Hubbard are back with their final thoughts from the PGA Championship and discuss whether it’s weird that we still haven’t heard from Rory McIlroy after his lackluster performance (01:16). They also discuss Scottie Scheffler’s win and why his competitive spirit sets him apart from the field (09:34). Finally, they preview and offer their fa…

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2025 QB Arguments, Mahomes Off Mount Rushmore, Caleb Curiosity, and a Our Friend Gerg 1:40:13

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The guys fight over the most interesting fantasy quarterbacks heading into next season and place them into categories, including the hardest to rank, the hipster pick, sleepers, and much more! Plus, emails! (00:00) Intro(01:41) The top-4 QBs(06:24) Hardest to rank(17:06) BONK!(22:13) The hipster(28:18) Sleepers(35:08) Post-hype sleepers(40:38) Team…

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The PGA Championship Recap 1:02:11

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House and Hubbard join up to discuss the ascent of Scottie Scheffler and the rarefied air he occupies in his still-young career. Plus, they have the tough Rory conversation, a long list of people who pissed off Nate this week, and much more! Hosts: Joe House and Nathan Hubbard Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po…

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Final PGA Championship Observations and Betting Cards! 51:04

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House and Hubbard offer their final observations heading into the PGA Championship, delving into what they’re hearing from the course and their outlook on the favorites this week (01:49). Along the way, they share their final picks and plays (31:22)! Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Joe …

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Pickens to Dallas, Derek Carr Retires, and Investigating All 32 NHL Team Names 1:43:56

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The guys recap the biggest offseason news stories so far, including the Dallas Cowboys trading for George Pickens, Derek Carr’s shocking retirement, and more. Later, they go team by team to investigate names, logos, and mascots across the NHL. (0:00) Intro (1:30) George Pickens to the Cowboys (12:18) Derek Carr’s surprising retirement announcement …

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2025 PGA Championship Preview, Picks, and Sleepers With Justin Ray! 1:10:39

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House and Hubbard are joined by Twenty First Group’s Justin Ray to preview the PGA Championship! The guys start off with a quick recap of the Truist Championship (00:35) before discussing the top PGA contenders, including Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler (10:50). Then, they delve into the rest of the field (22:30) before hitting on their favorite…

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Scottie’s Runaway CJ Cup Win, and a Truist Championship Preview! 51:46

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House and Hubbard kick off the pod with their recap of the CJ Cup Byron Nelson, Scottie Scheffler’s dominant win, and how this sets him up for the PGA Championship (01:56). Then, they discuss why the PGA TV ratings surge is here to stay (12:07). Finally, they preview and offer their favorite plays for the Truist Championship (25:59). The Ringer is …

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Top 200 Fantasy Rankings: Who Is a First-Rounder in 2025? 1:30:54

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Fresh off the release of The Ringer’s 2025 Fantasy Football Rankings, the guys reveal their top 20 and discuss some of their most notable takeaways after ranking the top 200 players ahead of next season. Along the way, they catch up on a handful of news stories around the league. Plus, emails! (0:00) Top 200 Fantasy Rankings (1:53) Tier 1 (7:48) Ti…

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Best Fantasy Landing Spots for 2025 Rookies, Brandon Beane’s Rant, and RIP Nate Dogg 1:37:00

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The Ringer Fantasy Football Show is SO back! And on today's episode, Heifetz, DK, and Craig talk about the best fantasy landing spots for this year's draft class. Plus, Brandon Beane's radio rant and the latest developments with Bill Belichick's girlfriend, emails, and the guys pour one out for Nate Dogg. CHAPTERS: We're SO back (00:00) The Shedeur…

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Power Outage at Zurich, PGA-LIV Ratings No-Contest, and CJ Cup Byron Nelson Preview 44:58

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House and Nathan start with a recap of the Zurich Classic, including Andrew Novak and Ben Griffin’s win, the ratings for this event dwarfing LIV’s, and more (01:45). Then, they preview and offer their favorite plays for the CJ Cup Byron Nelson (19:00). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about t…

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2025 NFL Draft Superlatives: Biggest Swings, Heat Checks, and TeSlaa Stock 1:42:32

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The guys are back to recap the entire 2025 NFL draft by giving out superlatives using DK’s draft grades. They talk about who had the most humiliating weekend, who made the biggest swings, who played it safe, and more! (00:00) Intro (04:48) 2025 NFL Draft Superlatives (06:10) Most Humiliating Weekend (10:29) Unexpected Redemption Arc (30:02) Swingin…

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Shedeur Free Fall, Saints Pluck Shough, the All-In Bears, and Chad Powers on Talk Tuah 1:25:33

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The guys are back to break down their most significant takeaways from Day 2 of the NFL draft including Shedeur Sanders's shocking slide past Round 3. Next, they discuss the remainder of the big storylines from Rounds 2-3 by doing a draft of their own. (0:00) Intro (1:26) Shedeur’s shocking slide (21:38) The Seahawks draft full of pure ATHLETES (26:…

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Round 1 Reactions: Jaxson Dart or Shart, Shedeur in Shambles, Jags Trade Up for Travis Hunter, and the Eagles Did It Again 1:36:28

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The guys share their instant reactions to the most exciting picks and trades from the first round of the 2025 NFL draft! They break down the Giants' (Jaxson) Dart throw, the Jags trading a haul for Travis Hunter, Pete Carroll and Jim Harbaugh’s shared obsession with running the ball, and much more. Later they run through a handful of rapid-fire win…

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Craig’s Mock Draft 1.0 (With Trades and Insider Info) 1:16:25

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In the last episode before the 2025 NFL draft, Craig reveals his FIRST-ever mock draft as DK and Heifetz compare notes along the way! (0:00) Intro (2:05) Craig’s first mock draft! 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 l…

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Live From Chicago: Caleb Temp Check, D*ckhead Mock Draft, and Fred Durst 1:30:18

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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) Intr…

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Justin Thomas Back in Form and a Zurich Classic Preview 44:36

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House and Hubbard tee off with a recap of Justin Thomas’s RBC Heritage win and why his improved putting is the biggest factor in his momentum gain (02:10). Then, they discuss Joel Dahmen’s honest comments after he lost at Corales (18:00) before previewing and offering their favorite plays for the Zurich Classic (28:16). The Ringer is committed to r…

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The 2025 NFL Draft Take Purge 1:16:37

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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 ga…

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Ashton Jeanty’s Ceiling, Cam Skattebo’s Legend, and the Case for and Against the Top RBs in the NFL Draft 1:37:52

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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, …

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Final Masters Thoughts: Is Rory About to Go on a Run? Plus, RBC Heritage Preview. 55:34

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House and Hubbard are back with their final thoughts about this year’s Masters, including the massive ratings surge for the final round (03:16), whether Rory’s win is the start of a dominant run for him (08:08), Ryder Cup ramifications (20:58), and whether the Masters impacts the PGA’s leverage in a potential LIV merger (25:51). Finally, they previ…

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The Case for and Against the Best WRs and TEs in the NFL Draft 1:48:53

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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 em…

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Rory Is Finally a Masters Champion and Completes the Career Grand Slam! 1:02:00

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Rory finally did it! House and Hubbard hop on the mics to recap an all-time Masters Tournament, starting with the peaks and valleys of Rory’s performance that ultimately led him to win his first green jacket and complete the career Grand Slam (01:27). Then, they discuss Bryson DeChambeau’s fifth-place finish (21:10) and Justin Rose’s impressive sec…

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QB Coin Flips: The Case For and Against Every QB in the Draft 1:27:41

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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 (…

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Final Masters Prep, and Betting Cards! 46:06

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House and Hubbard are fresh from walking the course at Augusta to give you their last-minute prep heading into the Masters and their observations of players like Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm, and more. They also go through their final betting cards, who they like, who they’re staying away from, and favorite plays! The Ringer is committed to responsible g…

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Draft Needs for Every AFC Team (Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon). Plus, Two IPAs and a Lie. 1:34:47

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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…

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2025 Masters Preview, Picks, and Sleepers With Justin Ray! 1:14:09

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Hello, friends! House and Hubbard are joined by Twenty First Group’s Justin Ray to dive deep into the storylines and stats heading into this year’s Masters tournament. They start off with the two favorites to win, Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler, and why they will or won’t end up winning (02:18). Then, they discuss Collin Morikawa’s chances (20:…

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Draft Needs for Every NFC Team (Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon) 1:38:57

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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:…

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Houston Open Takeaways, Early Masters Storylines, and Valero Texas Open Preview With Pat Mayo! 1:08:31

3M ago1:08:31

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House and Hubbard are joined by Pat Mayo of The Pat Mayo Experience, and start off with their recap of the Houston Open, including Min Woo Lee’s win, Tosti’s top-five finish, and more (03:03). Then, they look ahead to the Masters, discuss early storylines, and what bets they’re looking to make (18:05). Finally, they end by previewing and offering t…

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Mega Mailbag: Tush Push Ban, Best Draft Fits, Purdy in Pittsburgh, and Torpedo Bats 1:19:07

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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 Prescot…

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Russ to NYG, Diggs to the Pats, the Most Divisive Players in the Draft, and Barney’s Cousin Mitch 1:27:41

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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 (01:03:4…

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Tiger Asks for Privacy, Viktor Hovland Gets His Groove Back, and a Houston Open Preview 51:43

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House and Hubbard tee off with a Tiger Woods Instagram relationship post (02:12) and their recap of the Valspar Championship, including Viktor Hovland’s much-needed win after a rough start to the season (06:50). They also touch on the performances of Justin Thomas and Xander Schauffele and more. Then, they preview and offer their favorite plays for…

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The Coolest Players in the Draft, Jameis to the Giants, and Magoon Gwath Enters the Portal 1:48:54

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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 Ma…

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Offseason Vibes for All 32 Teams: Raiders Up, Chiefs Down, Broncos Up, and Space Is Big 1:26:59

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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 p…

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Rory in OG Form With Players Win ... Major Next? Plus, Valspar Championship Picks! 1:12:39

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House and Hubbard tee off with a recap of The Players, including Rory McIlroy’s playoff win and what this momentum means for the reason of the season (01:56). They also discuss who impressed and disappointed the most during the tournament (24:37). Afterward, they circle back to Rory’s odds of winning a major this year and how the potential Ryder Cu…

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Chase-Higgins $$$, Kupp to Seattle, Offseason Winners, and March Madness With Tate Frazier 1:36:53

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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 ba…

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Free Agency Part 2: Rodgers Blue Balls, Danny Dimes to Indy, Depleted 49ers, Najee to LAC, and Lying to Children 1:36:19

4M ago1:36:19

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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 s…

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Tiger Ruptures Achilles, State of the Tour, and the Players Championship Preview With Jason Sobel! 57:47

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House and Hubbard are joined by CBS Sports analyst and SiriusXM PGA Tour host Jason Sobel to discuss the news that Tiger Woods has ruptured his achilles and will miss the rest of the golf season (02:15). Afterward, they get into Jay Monahan’s state of the tour address (10:16), then recap the Arnold Palmer Invitational and Russell Henley’s win (22:0…

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NFL Free Agency Chaos, Seahawks Blow It Up, and Steelers Go All In 1:28:09

4M ago1:28:09

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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!…

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Saquon’s Payday, Mock Tub Time Machine, and Reading to Your Kids 1:17:23

4M ago1:17:23

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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 st…

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Joe Highsmith’s First PGA Tour Win, No Tiger, No Rory for TGL Playoffs, and Arnold Palmer Invitational Preview and Picks! 57:28

4M ago57:28

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House and Hubbard kick off the pod with their recap of the Cognizant Classic, Joe Highsmith winning his first PGA tour, why this is one of the harder courses to play, and more (02:31). Then, they touch on Jay Monahan’s latest merger comments, why the TV ratings are a good sign for the league, and Rory and Tiger’s TGL teams missing the playoffs (14:…

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Tee Higgins Tagged, Craig Went to the Oscars, Combine Winners and Losers, and Stafford Broke Heifetz 1:26:07

4M ago1:26:07

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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, F…