NFL

Which Units Could Be the NFL’s Most Improved in 2022?

As the Chiefs’ offensive line showed last year, it is possible to turn a weakness into a strength in just one offseason. Did these teams manage the same this spring?

By Steven Ruiz

Fantasy Sports

The Ringer’s Initial 2022 Fantasy Football Rankings

With the NFL draft in the rearview mirror, the fantasy landscape is coming into focus. Here’s what you need to get a leg up on your league.

By The Ringer Staff

The Ringer NFL Show

The Rebuilding Categories and Absolute Units

Nora, Ben, and Danny discuss which teams are ready to compete and which ones still need work

By Nora Princiotti, Ben Solak, and 1 more

Five Takeaways From the NFL’s Schedule Release

The league has turned the unveiling of a calendar into a prime-time event—and we have thoughts

By Kaelen Jones

What Does the Seahawks’ QB Situation Signal About Their Short- and Long-term Plans?

After the Russell Wilson trade this spring, many expected Seattle to look far and wide to find its next passer. Instead, the team heads into the summer planning a QB battle between Drew Lock and Geno Smith. Are they rebuilding? Or competing for a playoff spot? Or both?

By Steven Ruiz

The 2022 NFL QB Commitment Index, Post-Draft Edition

With the draft, most of free agency, and much trade activity in the books, it’s time to look at which teams are locked in with their QBs for the long haul, and which are looking to have a hot girl season

By Danny Heifetz May 10

Why Has the NFL Become Obsessed With Reuniting QBs and Their College Receivers?

From Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase to Derek Carr and Davante Adams, teams across the NFL are scrambling to re-create prolific college connections. What’s behind this movement? And does it offer a glimpse of the team-building blueprint of the future?

By Rodger Sherman May 9

The Ringer NFL Show

Justin Herbert on the Chargers Offense and the 2022 Season

Plus, an NFL news roundup with updates on the latest from Colin Kaepernick and Tua Tagovailoa

By Kevin Clark, Steven Ruiz, and 1 more May 27

The Ringer NFL Show

Greg Olsen on the GOAT TE, Russell Wilson, and More

Plus, the latest offseason news, talking Tight End University, and reacting to the Roger Goodell’s Pro Bowl comments

By Nora Princiotti, Kevin Clark, and 1 more May 25

The Full Go With Jason Goff

Take Care of Each Other

Jason opens up about the deadly shooting in Uvalde, Texas, before being joined by sportscaster Dan Roan

By Jason Goff May 25

The Press Box

George R.R. Martin on His College Days, the Media in 2022, and the New York Jets

The ‘A Song of Ice and Fire’ writer discusses his career as a journalist at Northwestern, his view on the media, and his New York Jets and New York Giants fandom

By Bryan Curtis May 24

Sports Cards Nonsense

NBA Thoughts, Release Week News, Best Flips, and Mailbag

Plus, Jason Flynn on upcoming soccer releases

By Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson May 23

The Bill Simmons Podcast

A Boston Boomerang, Butler the Superstar, a Yankees Revival, and NFL Schedule Lessons

Recapping Game 2 of the Celtics-Heat series, and discussing what’s next in the NBA playoffs

By Bill Simmons and Warren Sharp May 20

The Press Box

Adam Lefkoe on the Conference Finals. Plus: Playoff TV Notes, Drew Brees, and Phil Mickelson

The Turner Sports and Bleacher Report host discusses his media career and the NBA postseason

By Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker May 16

New York, New York

Giants Legend Phil Simms Plus Ranking the Best Jets and Giants Games Next Season

Plus, they’re not dead yet! How the Rangers can force a Game 7 at the Garden.

By John Jastremski May 13

The Ringer NFL Show

NFL Schedule Reactions

Nora, Ben, and Steven discuss the matchups for the upcoming season

By Nora Princiotti, Steven Ruiz, and 1 more May 13

The Bill Simmons Podcast

Phoenix Takes Charge, Brady’s TV Gig, and a Celts-Bucks Classic With Jonathan Tjarks, Bryan Curtis, and Chris Mannix

Bill talks with SI’s Chris Mannix about why Boston’s Game 4 win was the most important of the Tatum-Brown era, some Lakers dysfunction, and Canelo Alvarez’s loss to Dmitry Bivol

By Bill Simmons, Jonathan Tjarks, and 1 more May 11

The Ringer NFL Show

The Best Fits for Remaining Free Agents

Nora, Steven, and Rodger also give their spiciest takes heading into the 2022 season

By Nora Princiotti, Steven Ruiz, and 1 more May 11

The Ringer Fantasy Football Show

The Top 10 Players of the 2022 Fantasy Season

Danny, Danny, and Craig discuss their favorite re-draft and dynasty fantasy targets

By Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and 1 more May 10

The Press Box

Instant Reactions to Tom Brady Signing With Fox

Tom Brady will be an NFL analyst for Fox after he retires. Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker discuss the announcement, how this contract compares to others in the industry, and when Brady might make the transition

By Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker May 10

NFL Draft

The NFL Draft Prospects to Watch In the 2023 Class

Next year’s group of quarterbacks already looks more impressive than 2022’s, but a defensive player is in the running to be the no. 1 overall pick

By Ben Solak May 6

The Full Go With Jason Goff

Episode 100 and We’re Just Getting Started

Jason celebrates the show’s 100th episode by talking White Sox struggles and Justin Fields’s future with the Bears

By Jason Goff May 6

The Ringer Fantasy Football Show

Power Ranking the Rookie Fantasy Players for 2022

The guys are back to discuss their top 10 first-year players for the upcoming fantasy football season

By Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and 1 more May 5

How NFL Contenders Can Fix Their Remaining Roster Weaknesses

Now that we’re through the draft and primary wave of free agency, it may seem like teams’ rosters are set. Fortunately for contenders, though, there are still plenty of options to shore up their remaining holes.

By Steven Ruiz May 5

The 10 NFL Rookies Who Could Be Instant Fantasy Football Factors in 2022

Which first-year players are poised for a breakout? A few talented rookies landed in situations where they can make an impact right away.

By Dan Comer May 4

The Ryen Russillo Podcast

Mavs’ False Hope and Doc’s Stubbornness, Hall of Famer Gary Payton, Plus Inside the Biggest NFL Draft Moves With Dianna Russini

Plus, Ryen closes it out with some listener-submitted Life Advice questions

By Ryen Russillo May 3

The Press Box

Covering Formula One With Kevin Clark, Plus NFL Draft Audio and the Greeny Conversation

Plus, the Overworked Twitter Joke of the Week, and David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline

By Bryan Curtis, David Shoemaker, and 1 more May 3

The Ringer NFL Show

D-Hop’s Suspension, NFL Offseason Preview, Plus Alex Smith on Young Quarterbacks

Alex Smith also talks about Tyreek Hill and the competition in the AFC

By Kevin Clark, Nora Princiotti, and 1 more May 3

NFL Draft Show

The Teams Who Became Contenders After the Draft

Plus, discussing DeAndre Hopkins’s suspension

By Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and 2 more May 2

Sports Cards Nonsense

National Treasures and Bowman Baseball Card Markets, and NFL Draft Review

Plus, answering mailbag questions and breaking down NBA playoff action

By Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson May 2

NFL Draft

How Quickly Will the 2022 NFL Draft’s Mid-Round QBs Get on the Field?

Passers that were expected to go in the first round fell dramatically in the draft. But many of them landed in situations that will have them competing for snaps sooner rather than later.

By Kaelen Jones May 2