# The 26 Best Players Under 26, Part 1. Plus, a Request to the Seven and Craig's Close Encounter With Spielberg.

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Podcast: [The Ringer Fantasy Football Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-ringer-fantasy-football-show-550159)
Published: 2026-06-08T08:00:00+00:00
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The guys kick off Part 1 of their countdown of the top 26 NFL skill players under 26, debating dynasty value, young stars, and future franchise cornerstones. Plus, an all-time J.J. McCarthy quote sends the conversation completely off the rails.(00:00) Intro(02:24) J.J. McCarthy is off to a weird start(09:31) Honorable mentions for the top 26 under 26(15:54) Nos. 26-20(35:33) Nos. 19-14(56:18) EmailsDiscord link: https://discord.gg/Ge8bbYHrauCheck out The Ringer’s 2026 Fantasy Football Rankings: https://theringer.com/fantasy-football/2026-preseasonEmail us! ringerfantasyfootball@gmail.comHosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig HorlbeckProducers: Austin Gayle, Abou Kamara, Carlos Chiriboga, and Cameron Dinwiddie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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