2026 Dynasty IDP Rankings & Tiers

Welcome back, IDP Nerds! With the NFL Draft and free agency officially behind us, it’s time to reset the dynasty landscape with my updated 2026 Dynasty IDP Rankings and Tiers. Every offseason brings major movement in player value, especially on the defensive side of the ball. These rankings are built with long-term dynasty value in mind using the Dynasty Nerds’ preferred IDP scoring settings while still balancing immediate fantasy production for managers looking to compete right away.

This year’s rankings are broken into 10 tiers to better illustrate the value gaps between players and help dynasty managers identify where positional drop-offs begin in startup drafts. Let’s dive into the 2026 Dynasty IDP Rankings and break down the top defensive assets in dynasty fantasy football.

IDP rankings are built using Dynasty Nerds preferred IDP scoring

Dynasty IDP Rankings | Top 275 Players

Tier 1 | Elite Cornerstones

Tier 1 Rankings

Rank	Player	Position	Age	Team	2026 IDP Rank
1	Aidan Hutchinson	DL	25	DET	DL1
2	Travis Hunter	DB	23	JAX	DB1
3	Will Anderson Jr.	DL	24	HOU	DL2
4	Carson Schwesinger	LB	23	CLE	LB1
5	Cedric Gray	LB	23	TEN	LB2
6	Maxx Crosby	DL	28	LV	DL3

Tier 1 is made up of the elite cornerstone assets in IDP dynasty fantasy football heading into the 2026 season. What stands out most about this group is its age profile, with five of the six players 25 or younger. These are the types of players you build your dynasty rosters around—difference makers who can anchor your IDP lineup for years to come while still carrying overall DL1, LB1, or DB1 upside. If you’re investing heavily in IDP during startup drafts, this is the tier you want to target.

Despite some offseason coachspeak surrounding Travis Hunter and a potentially limited offensive role, it doesn’t move the needle much for me from a dynasty perspective. Hunter is simply a unique asset in fantasy football. He has the ability to shadow top wide receivers defensively while also contributing as a weapon on offense, giving him upside that no other defensive player can match. As long as he maintains DB eligibility, he remains one of the most valuable and exciting IDP assets.

Aidan Hutchinson headlines the elite EDGE rushers in this tier alongside Will Anderson Jr. and Maxx Crosby. While none of them reached the massive 400-point season Myles Garrett posted last year, all three consistently produced high-end fantasy numbers and averaged over 17 fantasy points per game in 2025. Elite pass rushers remain the safest dynasty investments in IDP leagues because of their weekly ceiling and long-term positional value.

The linebacker youth movement is what really makes this tier exciting. Carson Schwesinger and Cedric Gray both eclipsed 300 fantasy points last season and already look like future cornerstone LB1s for dynasty managers. Young linebackers with proven production are difficult to acquire once they break out, which makes both players premium dynasty assets entering the 2026 season.

Tier 2 | Prime Producers

Tier 2 Rankings

Rank	Player	Position	Age	Team	2026 IDP Rank
7	Jack Campbell	LB	25	DET	LB3
8	Brian Burns	DL	28	NYG	DL4
9	Edgerrin Cooper	LB	24	GB	LB4
10	Sonny Styles	LB	21	WSH	LB5
11	Myles Garrett	DL	30	CLE	DL5
12	Micah Parsons	DL	26	GB	DL6
13	Jared Verse	DL	25	LAR	DL7
14	Nik Bonitto	DL	26	DEN	DL8
15	Roquon Smith	LB	29	BAL	LB6
16	Nick Bosa	DL	28	SF	DL9

Tier 2 is highlighted by the overall IDP1 from last season, Myles Garrett. Despite his historic 400-point season in 2025, Garrett narrowly misses Tier 1 because he’s entering his age-30 season. Even with the age factor, there’s little concern about his immediate production after averaging over 24 fantasy points per game last year. He’s joined by elite pass rushers Micah Parsons and Jared Verse, who both finished as top-24 defensive linemen last season. Dynasty managers continue to prioritize elite EDGE rushers, and this tier is loaded with difference makers at the DL position.

The linebacker talent in Tier 2 is just as exciting. Jack Campbell is coming off a breakout season in which he finished as the LB2 overall and became one of only five linebackers to average over 20 fantasy points per game. Detroit rewarded him with a lucrative extension this offseason, solidifying him as the Lions’ green-dot linebacker for years to come.

Rookie linebacker Sonny Styles also cracks Tier 2 before even playing an NFL snap. IDP managers are already familiar with the elite athletic profile and production he displayed during his final two seasons at Ohio State. Landing in an ideal situation only boosts his dynasty value, and he already looks like one of the top long-term linebacker assets in IDP fantasy football.

Every player in this tier is capable of producing Tier 1 fantasy numbers. If you miss out on the elite cornerstone assets early in your startup drafts, there’s no reason to panic. This tier still provides dynasty managers with high-end production and multiple players who could easily finish the season ranked among the overall top IDPs in fantasy football.

Tier 3 | Rising Talents

Tier 3 Rankings

Rank	Player	Position	Age	Team	2026 IDP Rank
17	Abdul Carter	DL	22	NYG	DL10
18	Byron Young	DL	28	LAR	DL11
19	Quay Walker	LB	26	LV	LB7
20	Tuli Tuipulotu	DL	23	LAC	DL12
21	Arvell Reese	LB	20	NYG	LB8
22	Jordyn Brooks	LB	28	MIA	LB9
23	Kyle Hamilton	DB	25	BAL	DB2
24	CJ Allen	LB	21	IND	LB10
25	T.J. Watt	DL	31	PIT	DL13
26	Nick Emmanwori	DB	22	SEA	DB3
27	Fred Warner	LB	25	SF	LB11
28	Jamien Sherwood	LB	29	NYJ	LB12
29	Caleb Downs	DB	26	DAL	DB4
30	Blake Cashman	LB	30	MIN	LB13
31	Laiatu Latu	DL	21	IND	DL14
32	Nick Bolton	LB	26	KC	LB14

Tier 3 is where dynasty managers fully embracing rookie fever will feel right at home. This tier features several young linebackers and defensive backs whose dynasty stock has already soared before they’ve played a significant number of NFL snaps. Arvell Reese, CJ Allen, and Caleb Downs all landed in situations that could provide immediate IDP value, making them highly attractive targets in startup drafts. The challenge for dynasty managers is balancing future upside with proven production. Investing heavily in this tier often means passing on established fantasy producers in favor of younger players with a much smaller NFL sample size.

Kyle Hamilton and Nick Emmanwori headline this tier as rare defensive backs worthy of early startup draft capital. Both players eclipsed 200 fantasy points last season while combining for eight games of 20 or more fantasy points. Even more impressive, both delivered 30-plus point performances, showcasing the type of weekly ceiling that is difficult to find at the DB position.

The defensive line talent in this tier is equally intriguing. Abdul Carter, Tuli Tuipulotu, and Laiatu Latu are all young pass rushers with elite pedigrees who appear to be on the verge of breaking out. Dynasty managers are always searching for the next wave of impact EDGE players, and acquiring productive pass rushers before they reach their peak value can create a significant advantage. There is always risk in investing in defensive linemen under 25, but if these players take the next step in 2026, the reward could far outweigh the cost.

Tier 4 | Steady Starters

Tier 4 Rankings

Rank	Player	Position	Age	Team	2026 IDP Rank
33	Dallas Turner	DL	23	MIN	DL15
34	Ernest Jones	LB	26	SEA	LB15
35	Josh Hines-Allen	DL	28	JAX	DL16
36	Nick Cross	DB	24	WAS	DB5
37	Daiyan Henley	LB	26	LAC	LB16
38	Devin Lloyd	LB	27	CAR	LB17
39	Jihaad Campbell	LB	22	PHI	LB18
40	Trey Hendrickson	DL	31	BAL	DL17
41	Brian Branch	DB	24	DET	DB6
42	Greg Rousseau	DL	26	BUF	DL18
43	Jaelan Phillips	DL	26	CAR	DL19
44	Derwin James	DB	29	LAC	DB7
45	Zaire Franklin	LB	29	GB	LB19
46	Zack Baun	LB	29	PHI	LB20
47	Jeffery Simmons	DL	28	TEN	DL20
48	Barrett Carter	LB	23	CIN	LB21

Tier 4 is filled with steady starters who can help dynasty managers compete for a championship in 2026. As expected, the linebacker position continues to dominate this tier, accounting for nearly half of the players. Reliable LB production remains one of the biggest advantages in IDP fantasy football, making this a great tier to target if you waited on the position early in your startup draft.

This tier also offers an excellent blend of proven veterans and ascending young talent. Defensive back is typically a position managers wait on, but Nick Cross, Brian Branch, and Derwin James make a strong case to buck that trend after each averaged over 14 fantasy points per game last season. Finding consistent weekly production at DB isn’t always easy, and all three have the ability to provide dependable fantasy production throughout the season.

Several players in this tier will also be suiting up for new teams in 2026, including Zaire Franklin, Trey Hendrickson, and Jaelan Phillips. While changing teams can create uncertainty, all three have established themselves as reliable fantasy producers over the years. A new system and a fresh start shouldn’t diminish their dynasty value, and if league mates are hesitant because of the offseason movement, this could be an excellent opportunity to buy proven production at a discount.

Tier 5 | Productive Veterans & Young Fliers

Tier 5 Rankings

Rank	Player	Position	Age	Team	2026 IDP Rank
49	David Bailey	DL	22	NYJ	DL21
50	Jacob Rodriguez	LB	23	MIA	LB22
51	Nakobe Dean	LB	25	LV	LB23
52	Travon Walker	DL	25	JAX	DL22
53	Tykee Smith	DB	25	TB	DB8
54	Kam Curl	DB	27	LAR	DB9
55	Nate Landman	LB	27	LAR	LB24
56	Payton Wilson	LB	26	PIT	LB25
57	Danielle Hunter	DL	31	HOU	DL23
58	Alex Highsmith	DL	28	PIT	DL24
59	Dillon Thieneman	DB	21	CHI	DB10
60	Rueben Bain Jr.	DL	21	TB	DL25
61	Jonathan Greenard	DL	28	PHI	DL26
62	Foyesade Oluokun	LB	30	JAX	LB26

Tier 5 marks the halfway point of the rankings and is one of my favorite tiers for dynasty managers building toward the future. The average age of this group is just 25.6 years old, offering a strong blend of upside and long-term value. By this point in your startup drafts, you’re typically deciding between low-end DL2s, high-end LB3s, and young players whose dynasty value could skyrocket this season. This is where dynasty managers have to decide if they’re willing to invest in talent now before the rest of the league catches on.

This tier is highlighted by first-round NFL Draft picks David Bailey, Dillon Thieneman, and Rueben Bain Jr. All three were selected early because of their ability to make impact plays and project as long-term building blocks for their respective defenses. It’s no surprise they’re already being selected in the first few rounds of IDP rookie drafts this offseason. If you’re looking to start a youth movement on the defensive side of your dynasty roster, this tier provides several players who could see their value rise significantly over the course of the 2026 season.

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Tier 6 | Upside Swings

Tier 6 Rankings

Rank	Player	Position	Age	Team	2026 IDP Rank
63	Tyrel Dodson	LB	27	MIA	LB27
64	Tremaine Edmunds	LB	28	NYG	LB28
65	Anthony Hill Jr.	LB	21	TEN	LB29
66	Robert Spillane	LB	30	NE	LB30
67	George Karlaftis	DL	25	KC	DL27
68	Chop Robinson	DL	23	MIA	DL28
69	Jalon Walker	DL	22	ATL	DL29
70	Montez Sweat	DL	29	CHI	DL30
71	Demetrius Knight	LB	25	CIN	LB31
72	Tre’von Moehrig	DB	26	CAR	DB11
73	Andrew Van Ginkel	DL	30	MIN	DL31
74	Drake Thomas	LB	26	SEA	LB32
75	Josiah Trotter	LB	21	TB	LB33
76	Kayvon Thibodeaux	DL	25	NYG	DL32
77	Nic Scourton	DL	21	CAR	DL33
78	Antoine Winfield Jr.	DB	27	TB	DB12
79	Jalen Pitre	DB	26	HOU	DB13

Tier 6 is where dynasty managers who loaded up on offense early in their startup drafts may start to feel the pressure. Defensive linemen and linebackers account for over 80% of this tier, and by the time these players are off the board, the top 33 options at both positions have already been selected. If you’ve waited this long to address your IDP roster, now is the time to start adding impact defenders before the talent pool begins to thin out.

This tier is highlighted by several young players whose dynasty value could rise significantly over the next year. Chop Robinson and Nic Scourton both have the upside to make a major leap in ADP by this time next offseason if they take the next step in their development. At linebacker, veterans Tremaine Edmunds and Robert Spillane continue to provide excellent value despite both missing multiple games last season. Even with the missed time, they each finished as top-30 linebackers in fantasy points per game, reminding dynasty managers that proven production still matters.

Tier 7 | Dynasty Bench Stashes

Tier 7 Rankings

Rank	Player	Position	Age	Team	2026 IDP Rank
80	Donovan Ezeiruaku	DL	22	DAL	DL34
81	Jalyx Hunt	DL	25	PHI	DL35
82	Terrel Bernard	LB	27	BUF	LB34
83	Chamarri Conner	DB	25	KC	DB14
84	James Pearce	DL	22	ATL	DL36
85	Malaki Starks	DB	22	BAL	DB15
86	Xavier Watts	DB	24	ATL	DB16
87	Cole Bishop	DB	23	BUF	DB17
88	Jonathan Cooper	DL	28	DEN	DL37
89	Yaya Diaby	DL	26	TB	DL38
90	Devin Bush	LB	27	CHI	LB35
91	Cody Simon	LB	24	ARZ	LB36
92	Kevin Winston Jr.	DB	22	TEN	DB18
93	Malachi Moore	DB	24	NYJ	DB19
94	Patrick Queen	LB	26	PIT	LB37
95	Chase Young	DL	27	NO	DL39
96	Alex Singleton	LB	32	DEN	LB38
97	Quincy Williams	LB	29	CLV	LB39
98	T.J. Edwards	LB	29	CHI	LB40
99	Nick Herbig	DL	24	PIT	DL40
100	Malachi Lawrence	DL	22	DAL	DL41
101	Budda Baker	DB	30	ARZ	DB20
102	Jake Golday	LB	22	MIN	LB41
103	Tyler Nubin	DB	24	NYG	DB21
104	Jalen Carter	DL	25	PHI	DL42
105	Quinnen Williams	DL	28	DAL	DL43
106	Azeez Al-Shaair	LB	28	HOU	LB42
107	Harold Landry III	DL	29	NE	DL44
108	Akheem Mesidor	DL	25	LAC	DL45

Despite being labeled “Dynasty Bench Stashes,” don’t overlook the value in this tier. This is one of the deepest groups in the rankings and offers dynasty managers plenty of upside as the startup draft enters the middle rounds. If you’re looking to stockpile players who could become some of the biggest steals of your draft, this is the tier to attack. A strong season from several of these players could result in a significant jump in dynasty value by this time next year.

The players that stand out most in this tier are second-year defenders expected to step into much larger roles in 2026. Cody Simon, Kevin Winston Jr., and Malachi Moore all flashed their upside late last season, posting multiple performances of 17 or more fantasy points after earning increased playing time. Those are exactly the types of players dynasty managers should be targeting before the breakout happens.

On the other side of the spectrum, veterans like Alex Singleton, T.J. Edwards, and Budda Baker continue to offer dependable production despite being on the back nine of their careers. Depending on your roster construction, this tier offers dynasty managers their last chance to either invest in ascending young talent or lean on proven veterans capable of helping compete for a championship.

Tier 8 | Deep League Assets

Tier 8 Rankings

Rank	Player	Position	Age	Team	2026 IDP Rank
109	Dre Greenlaw	LB	28	SF	LB43
110	Jessie Bates III	DB	29	ATL	DB22
111	Talanoa Hufanga	DB	26	DEN	DB23
112	Leo Chanel	LB	25	WAS	LB44
113	Kaden Ellis	LB	30	NO	LB45
114	Henry To’oTo’o	LB	25	HOU	LB46
115	Zach Allen	DL	28	DEN	DL46
116	Rashan Gary	DL	28	DAL	DL47
117	Teddye Buchanan	LB	23	BAL	LB47
118	Jeremy Chinn	DB	28	LV	DB24
119	A.J. Haulcy	DB	22	IND	DB25
120	Trevin Wallace	LB	23	CAR	LB48
121	Carl Granderson	DL	29	NO	DL48
122	Nolan Smith	DL	25	PHI	DL49
123	Junior Colson	LB	23	LAC	LB49
124	DeForest Buckner	DL	32	IND	DL50
125	Julian Love	DB	28	SEA	DB26
126	Mike Green	DL	22	BAL	DL51
127	Myles Murphy	DL	24	CIN	DL52
128	Cooper DeJean	DB	23	PHI	DB27
129	Jordan Battle	DB	25	CIN	DB28
130	Jaquan Brisker	DB	27	PIT	DB29
131	Josh Sweat	DL	29	ARZ	DL53
132	Danny Stutsman	LB	23	NO	LB50
133	Austin Booker	DL	23	CHI	DL54
134	Will McDonald	DL	26	NYJ	DL55
135	Frankie Luvu	LB	29	WAS	LB51
136	DeMarvion Overshown	LB	25	DAL	LB52
137	SirVocea Dennis	LB	26	TB	LB53

Tier 8 is filled with players who can still provide meaningful fantasy production while offering enough upside to increase their dynasty value. At this point in your startup drafts, you’re looking for players who can outperform their current ADP and become reliable contributors for your roster. There are still plenty of veterans capable of producing immediately, along with younger players who could take a significant step forward during the 2026 season.

Tier 9 | Watchlist Depth

Tier 9 Rankings

Rank	Player	Position	Age	Team	2026 IDP Rank
138	Xavier McKinney	DB	27	GB	DB30
139	Leonard Williams	DL	31	SEA	DL56
140	Bradley Chubb	DL	29	BUF	DL57
141	Emmanuel McNeil-Warren	DB	22	CLV	DB31
142	Derrick Brown	DL	28	CAR	DL58
143	Kaleb Elarms-Orr	LB	22	BUF	LB54
144	Eric Wilson	LB	31	MIN	LB55
145	Quentin Lake	DB	27	LAR	DB32
146	Dexter Lawrence	DL	28	CIN	DL59
147	Odafe Oweh	DL	27	WSH	DL60
148	Nick Martin	LB	23	SF	LB56
149	Kamari Lassiter	DB	23	HOU	DB33
150	Grant Delpit	DB	27	CLE	DB34
151	Devon Witherspoon	DB	25	SEA	DB35
152	Divine Deablo	LB	27	ATL	LB57
153	Derrick Moore	DL	23	DET	DL61
154	Mykel Williams	DL	21	SF	DL62
155	Kyle Louis	LB	22	MIA	LB58
156	DeShon Elliott	DB	29	PIT	DB36
157	Dorian Williams	LB	24	BUF	LB59
158	Nnamdi Madubuike	DL	28	BAL	DL63
159	Minkah Fitzpatrick	DB	29	NYJ	DB37
160	Josh Metellus	DB	28	MIN	DB38
161	Calijah Kancey	DL	25	TB	DL64
162	Ivan Pace Jr.	LB	25	MIN	LB60
163	Cody Barton	LB	29	TEN	LB61
164	Pete Werner	LB	26	NO	LB62
165	Reed Blankenship	DB	27	HOU	DB39
166	Keldric Faulk	DL	21	TEN	DL65
167	Ed Oliver	DL	28	BUF	DL66
168	Christian Harris	LB	25	ATL	LB63
169	Bryce Boettcher	LB	23	IND	LB64
170	Brandon Jones	DB	28	DEN	DB40
171	Jevon Holland	DB	26	NYG	DB41
172	Amani Hooker	DB	27	TEN	DB42
173	Zion Young	DL	22	BAL	DL67
174	Coby Bryant	DB	27	CHI	DB43
175	Christian Rozeboom	LB	29	TB	LB65
176	Alex Anzalone	LB	31	TB	LB66
177	Paulson Adebo	DB	26	NYG	DB44
178	Alontae Taylor	DB	27	TEN	DB45
179	Jalen Redmond	DL	27	MIN	DL68
180	Kevin Byard	DB	32	NE	DB46
181	Kobie Turner	DL	27	LAR	DL69
182	Akeem Davis-Gaither	LB	28	IND	LB67
183	Tyrice Knight	LB	25	SEA	LB68
184	Dru Tranquill	LB	30	KC	LB69
185	Justin Reid	DB	29	NO	DB47
186	Dax Hill	DB	25	CIN	DB48
187	Kerby Joseph	DB	25	DET	DB49
188	Mack Wilson	LB	28	ARZ	LB70
189	Dorance Armstrong	DL	28	WAS	DL70
190	Lukas Van Ness	DL	24	GB	DL71
191	Evan Williams	DB	24	GB	DB50
192	Jalen Thompson	DB	27	DAL	DB51
193	Dee Winters	LB	25	SF	LB71
194	Milton Williams	DL	27	NE	DL72
195	Byron Murphy II	DL	23	SEA	DL73
196	Mike Sainristil	DB	25	WAS	DB52
197	Bryan Cook	DB	26	CIN	DB53
198	Micah McFadden	LB	26	NYG	LB72
199	Shemar Stewart	DL	22	CIN	DL74
200	Keisean Nixon	DB	28	GB	DB54
201	Marcus Jones	DB	27	NE	DB55
202	Chris Jones	DL	31	KC	DL75

Tier 10 | Long-Shot Dart Throws

Tier 10 Rankings

Rank	Player	Position	Age	Team	2026 IDP Rank
203	Matt Milano	LB	31	FA	LB73
204	Noah Sewell	LB	24	CHI	LB74
205	Malik Harrison	LB	28	PIT	LB75
206	Jaden Hicks	DB	23	KC	DB56
207	Javon Bullard	DB	23	GB	DB57
208	Jermaine Johnson	DL	27	NYJ	DL76
209	Cashius Howell	DL	23	CIN	DL77
210	T.J. Parker	DL	21	BUF	DL78
211	Demario Davis	LB	37	NYJ	LB76
212	Bud Clark	DB	24	SEA	DB58
213	R Mason Thomas	DL	21	KC	DL79
214	Isaiah Pola-Mao	DB	26	LV	DB59
215	Cam Bynum	DB	27	IND	DB60
216	Zach Sieler	DL	30	MIA	DL80
217	Joey Bosa	DL	30	FA	DL81
218	Khalil Mack	DL	35	LAC	DL82
219	Riley Moss	DB	26	DEN	DB61
220	Troy Andersen	LB	27	ATL	LB77
221	Jonathan Allen	DL	31	MIN	DL83
222	Mason Graham	DL	22	CLV	DL84
223	Taron Johnson	DB	29	LV	DB62
224	Ventrell Miller	LB	27	JAX	LB78
225	Jack Gibbens	LB	27	ARZ	LB79
226	Peter Woods	DL	21	KC	DL85
227	Trenton Simpson	LB	24	BAL	LB80
228	Jakobe Thomas	DB	22	MIN	DB63
229	Gervon Dexter	DL	24	CHI	DL86
230	Jack Sanborn	LB	25	CHI	LB81
231	Harold Perkins	LB	21	ATL	LB82
232	C.J. Gardner-Johnson	DB	28	BUF	DB64
233	Kamren Kinchens	DB	23	LAR	DB65
234	Boye Mafe	DL	27	CIN	DL87
235	Kwity Paye	DL	27	IND	DL88
236	Ji’Ayir Brown	DB	26	SF	DB66
237	Bryan Bresee	DL	24	NO	DL89
238	Omar Speights	LB	25	LAR	LB83
239	E.J. Speed	LB	30	HOU	LB84
240	Caleb Banks	DL	23	MIN	DL90
241	Gabe Jacas	DL	21	NE	DL91
242	Jaishawn Barham	LB	22	DAL	LB85
243	Bobby Wagner	LB	35	FA	LB86
244	Zaven Collins	DL	26	ARZ	DL92
245	Uchenna Nwosu	DL	29	SEA	DL93
246	Kenny Moore II	DB	30	FA	DB67
247	Kyle Dugger	DB	30	CIN	DB68
248	Logan Wilson	LB	29	FA	LB87
249	Bobby Okereke	LB	29	FA	LB88
250	Christian Barmore	DL	26	NE	DL94
251	Genesis Smith	DB	21	LAC	DB69
252	Jalen Ramsey	DB	31	PIT	DB70
253	Red Murdock	LB	22	DEN	LB89
254	Germaine Pratt	LB	29	FA	LB90
255	Kenneth Murray	LB	27	FA	LB91
256	Dani Dennis-Sutton	DL	22	GB	DL95
257	Wade Woodaz	LB	22	HOU	LB92
258	Shaun Dolac	LB	24	LAR	LB93
259	Romello Height	DL	25	SF	DL96
260	Keyshaun Elliott	LB	22	CHI	LB94
261	Justin Jefferson	LB	23	CLV	LB95
262	Lavonte David	LB	36	FA	LB96
263	Geno Stone	DB	27	BUF	DB71
264	Kyler Gordon	DB	26	CHI	DB72
265	DJ Wonnum	DL	28	DET	DL97
266	K’Lavon Chaisson	DL	26	WSH	DL98
267	Jaylon Carlies	LB	24	IND	LB97
268	Antonio Johnson	DB	24	JAX	DB73
269	Jonas Sanker	DB	23	NO	DB74
270	Dante Trader Jr.	DB	23	MIA	DB75
271	James Williams	LB	23	TEN	LB98
272	Derrick Barnes	LB	26	DET	LB99
273	Owen Pappoe	LB	25	ARZ	LB100
274	Kayden McDonald	DL	21	HOU	DL99
275	Dante Fowler Jr.	DL	31	SEA	DL100

IDP Strategy Notes & Next Update

That wraps up the July 2026 update to my Dynasty IDP Rankings and Tiers. This marks the first monthly update of the season, and these Top 275 Dynasty IDP Rankings will continue to evolve throughout the year as player performance, injuries, depth chart movement, and long-term dynasty outlook shift across the league. Whether you’re preparing for a startup draft, making a trade, or chasing a championship, my goal is to provide a resource that helps you make informed dynasty decisions every step of the way.

Be sure to check back each month as the rankings continue to be updated throughout the season. If you have any questions, trade scenarios, or just want to talk IDP, you can find me on X @Glosser13. I’m always happy to help fellow IDP Nerds build championship-caliber dynasty rosters.

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