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EPISODE · Jul 29, 2025 · 17 MIN

What is the RB Dead Zone?

from The Rant with Jeff Ratcliffe · host Jeff Ratcliffe

On today’s episode, we dive headfirst into the RB dead zone. What it is, why it matters, and how you can use it to absolutely smoke your fantasy draft. Jeff breaks down the data behind the dead zone, explain why those dead zone RBs are so risky, and give you actionable strategies to avoid landmines and build smarter rosters. Whether you’re a Hero RB truther or a zero-RB rebel, this one’s packed with draft-day gold.  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.

On today’s episode, we dive headfirst into the RB dead zone. What it is, why it matters, and how you can use it to absolutely smoke your fantasy draft. Jeff breaks down the data behind the dead zone, explain why those dead zone RBs are so risky, and give you actionable strategies to avoid landmines and build smarter rosters. Whether you’re a Hero RB truther or a zero-RB rebel, this one’s packed with draft-day gold.

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