IDP Fantasy Football Podcast
Dive deep into the world of Individual Defensive Player (IDP) fantasy football with seasoned analysts Justin Varnes and Tom Simons. Each week, they bring you expert insights on defensive player rankings, waiver wire pickups, injury updates, and strategic advice to give you the edge in your IDP leagues. Whether you're a dynasty veteran or new to IDP formats, this podcast offers actionable analysis to help you dominate your league.Stay ahead of the competition with in-depth discussions on:Weekly IDP rankings and projectionsWaiver wire targets and trade strategiesInjury reports and their fantasy implicationsBreakdowns of defensive schemes and player rolesRookie spotlights...
Caleb Downs, Donovan Ezeiruaku and Week 1 IDP Breakouts | 2026
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Week 1 IDP Streamers: Derrick Brown, Kamari Lassiter | 2026
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Mansoor Delane, Jonas Sanker | 2026 IDP Sleepers & Steals
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IDP Corner: Rookie Report
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IDP Corner: Christmas Special AND Week 17 Preview
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Week 17 is here, and IDP lineups can still be won or lost on the margins. In this episode of IDP Corner, we zero in on the defenders who matter most as championships come down to the wire. The show opens with a spotlight on elite linebacker anchors like Bobby Wagner and Zaire Franklin, before shifting to high-impact pass rushers such as Gregory Rousseau and the growing class of “unicorn” defensive backs who...
IDP Corner: Week 16 Breakdowns, Risers, and Key Injury Updates
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In this Week 16 edition of IDP Corner, we break down the most important individual defensive matchups and usage trends you need to know heading into a pivotal fantasy week. The show opens with a spotlight on Malachi Moore’s emergence, key developments in the Dallas Cowboys linebacker rotation, and the evolving roles of versatile safeties like C.J. Gardner-Johnson and Josh Metellus. From there, we dig into high-impact linebacker and edge situations around the league, including Teddye Buchanan’s rise, Alex Singleton’s tackle floor, Myles Garrett’s matchup-driven ceilin...
IDP Corner: Week 15 Breakdowns, Risers, and Key Injury Updates
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Week 15 is here, and IDP Corner gets you ready for the fantasy playoff quarterfinals with a full slate of matchup-driven analysis. The show opens with a Thursday Night Football review and a spotlight on sack hunters and rising edge threats, including George Karlaftis, plus actionable takeaways from the New York Jets defense. From there, we dive into linebacker and safety situations that can swing matchups, breaking down Jack Campbell’s role, Tennessee Titans IDPs, Nick Emmanwori, Tyler Nubin, and key usage trends for the Indianapolis Colts and Minnesota Vikings. The...
IDP Corner: Week 14 Breakdowns, Risers, and Key Injury Updates
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This week on IDP Corner, we break down Thursday Night Football and spotlight a handful of defenders surging at the right time for fantasy managers. Reed Blankenship continues to cement his value, Jeremy Chinn sees another role shift, Julian Love remains a rock, and Cedric Gray flashes signs of a potential late-season breakout. From there, we dive into Minkah Fitzpatrick’s usage, Josh Sweat’s pass-rush volatility, Kyler Gordon’s emergence, and what to expect from Nakobe Dean and Josh Hines-Allen moving forward. We also take a closer look at the Colts’...
Myles Garrett + Drake Thomas | IDP Fantasy Football Week 13 Breakdown
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https://www.fantasypoints.com/plans#/ This week’s IDP Corner delivers a fast, sharp breakdown of every defender you need to know heading into Week 13. The show opens with a look at the Thanksgiving and Black Friday matchups, spotlighting major risers and red flags across the slate. Brett and the crew assess the latest on Myles Garrett’s status, why Dee Alford continues to be one of the most underrated DB plays, and how Drake Thomas and Lathan Ransom are carving out more stable usage down the stretch. From there, they shift into a stacked mid-show segment th...
LB Injuries | Myles Murphy + Chamarri Conner | Bye Week Stashes And Playoff Strategies
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https://www.fantasypoints.com/plans#/ The Fantasy Points IDP crew is back with a sharp, fast-hitting breakdown of everything you need to know for Week 12. We open with a TNF defensive deep dive, highlighting how 11-personnel usage is impacting matchups and what to expect from the New York Giants and Detroit Lions defensive lines, plus a look at Josh Sweat’s recent surge. From there, we move into the chaos of linebacker injuries, the next men up you can trust, and what to make of the Dallas linebacker rotation. We also hit the evolving Green Bay safety ro...
Nick Emmanwori + Devin Lloyd | Must Have News And Notes For Week 11 For IDP
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This week’s IDP Corner delivers a fast-hitting, matchup-driven breakdown to get defensive managers ready for Week 11. In the cold-open clip, the guys set the tone before diving into a sharp TNF review, highlighting DB volatility, Devin Lloyd’s recent form, and emerging notes on Carson Schwesinger and C.J. Gardner-Johnson.
After the first ad break, the focus shifts to team and position group trends across the league: a full Bengals–Steele...
IDP Corner Week 10 Preview: Tykee Smith Rising, Blake Cashman Dominance & Injury Fallout
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The IDP Corner crew is back with a loaded Week 10 preview, breaking down every key defensive storyline you need to know. We kick things off with Thursday Night Football, diving into Tykee Smith’s breakout potential, Nick Emmanwori’s role, and what Ernest Jones’ return means for the Rams. Then we spotlight Blake Cashman’s dominance, Kyle Dugger’s bounce-back, and how C.J. Gardner-Johnson’s return reshapes Detroit’s secondary. Plus, deep-dive analysis on the Ravens safetie...
IDP Corner: Week 9 Preview | NFL Trade Deadline Chaos & Top Defensive Matchups
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The Week 9 IDP landscape is heating up, and Thomas Tipple and Justin Varnes are here to break it all down. The guys open with a TNF recap and dive into a big-picture question: Is playing IDP harder than ever this season? From shifting roles to midseason volatility, no one’s immune. They also tackle the NFL Trade Deadline fallout and how it impacts defensive usage across the league.
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IDP Corner: Week 8 Preview — Myles Garrett Dominance, Dallas LB Confusion & Key Injury Updates
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On this week’s IDP Corner, Justin Varnes and Thomas Simons break down all the top defensive storylines heading into Week 8. The guys open with Thursday Night Football takeaways and dive deep into Myles Garrett’s game-wrecking form, Alex Wright’s emergence, and which Miami IDPs are trending up. They spotlight rising names like Tykee Smith and Nakobe Dean, then tackle the Houston vs. San Francisco and Dallas linebacker situations that have IDP managers sweating. In Segmen...
IDP Fantasy Football: Week 7 Preview — Brian Burns, Micah Parsons, and Key Injury Updates
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Thomas Simons and Justin Varnes break down everything you need to know for Week 7 in IDP fantasy football. The guys start with Thursday Night Football, spotlighting Brian Burns’ impact, the Buccaneers’ linebacker usage, and why Devin Bush might be worth monitoring. They also tackle the Cowboys’ linebacker rotation, Myles Garrett’s dominance, and emerging trends across defensive fronts. Later, they discuss Micah Parsons’ outlook, Seattle’s LB shakeup, and ascending playmakers like Byron Young, Nick...
Week 6 IDP Breakdown: Maxx Crosby’s Dominance, Nick Bolton’s Return & Key Injury Updates | Fantasy Points IDP Podcast
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It’s time to dominate your IDP leagues with the Fantasy Points IDP Corner Week 6 Preview! This episode dives deep into every major defensive storyline for fantasy football managers. We kick off with Thursday Night Football takeaways and elite trench play, including Maxx Crosby’s relentless pressure, Trevin Wallace’s rise, and standout efforts from Bradley Chubb, Teddy Buchanan, and Budda Baker. The crew also breaks down the Patriots’ defensive front rotation, Nick Bolton’s return, and what i...
IDP Fantasy Football Week 5 Preview: Top DB/LB Plays, Injury Updates & Waiver Targets
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The IDP Corner is back with a jam-packed Week 5 fantasy football preview! We kick things off with a Thursday Night Football breakdown, highlighting key matchups and player usage to watch. Arizona’s DBs and LBs are under the microscope, plus we spotlight Tuli Tuipulotu’s breakout potential, Jalen Pitre’s reliability, and what to expect from Devin White, Jeremy Chinn, and rookie Cooper DeJean.
In Segment 2, we dive into under-the-radar options like Eric Wilson and Al...
IDP Week 4 Fantasy Preview: Josh Metellus, Tyson Campbell & Deep IDP Sleepers to Start
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Welcome to the IDP Corner — your go-to podcast for in-depth IDP fantasy football analysis and player breakdowns! In this Week 4 preview (Sep 25 edition), we cover every angle you need to dominate your IDP leagues.
We kick things off with a Thursday Night Football breakdown, spotlighting impact players like Rashan Gary, Chamarri Conner, and Jordan Davis. From there, we dive into the mid-tier and rising IDP studs you need to know — Josh Metellus, Dorance Armstrong, Jaqu...
IDP Corner: Week 3 Preview, Waiver Targets & Key Injury News
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Welcome back to the IDP Fantasy Football Podcast! In this Week 3 preview, we break down the top Individual Defensive Player (IDP) fantasy football storylines you need to know heading into the weekend.
We kick things off with a full Thursday Night Football breakdown, highlighting Zaire Franklin, Devonte Wyatt, and Frankie Luvu as key impact players. Then we spotlight emerging IDP risers including Jihaad Campbell, Paulson Adebo, Yaya Diaby, Mike Green, Carson...
Week 2 Preview, TNF Breakdown & Injury Updates
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This week, we deliver sharp breakdowns of the biggest defensive storylines for fantasy managers heading into Week 2. We kick things off with Thursday Night Football and Travis Hunter before diving into linebacker and safety updates you need to know. From Bobby Okereke’s usage and Carson Schwesinger’s emergence to the Chiefs’ safety rotation, Kenneth Murray’s role, and which EDGE “duds” deserve patience, we separate signal from noise. We also highlight Demetrius Knight, the...
IDP Fantasy Football Week 1: Injury News, Waiver Wire Targets & Defensive Player Trends
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In this Week 1 edition of The IDP Corner from the IDP Fantasy Football Podcast, hosts Justin Varnes and Thomas Simons deliver a must-listen breakdown for IDP fantasy managers. They cover the latest IDP injury news, analyze standout defensive performances, and explain how new NFL rules could impact tackle stats. Get actionable advice on roster management, waiver wire pickups, and player usage strategies to maximize your fantasy edge. Whether you’re chasing early-season sleepers or protecting against in...
IDP Corner: Roster Cuts, Micah Parsons Trade, & Key Injury Updates
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Thomas Simons goes solo on this week’s IDP Corner to break down all the latest headlines shaking up the defensive landscape. From eleven notable roster cut downs to the blockbuster Micah Parsons trade and its impact on both teams, no angle goes uncovered. Plus, Thomas runs through ten critical injury updates you need to know before setting your lineups. Stay ahead of the curve and keep your IDP squads sharp with this fast-hitting episode of ID...
IDP Fantasy Football 2025: Overvalued & Undervalued IDPs with Josh Raymer
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On this episode of the IDP Fantasy Podcast, we’re joined by Josh Raymer to break down the biggest overvalued and undervalued IDP players for 2025 fantasy football. We start with underrated names like Matt Milano, Christian Rozeboom, Bobby Okereke, Julian Blackmon, Ivan Pace Jr., and Jamien Sherwood, before highlighting who’s being drafted too high—Jack Sanborn, Donovan Wilson, Jerome Baker, T.J. Edwards, Tremaine Edmunds, Frankie Luvu, Kyle Dugger, and more. Whether you’re preparing for redr...
IDP Flag Plants: 2025’s Must-Draft Defenders
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Dominate your league. Win more bets. Level up your game. In this episode, we plant our flags on the top defensive players you need to target in 2025 IDP leagues. We kick things off on the defensive line with Andrew Van Ginkel and rookie standout Laiatu Latu, before moving to our linebacker and defensive back picks — Jamien Sherwood, Bobby Okereke, Tyler Nubin, and Jaquan Brisker. Get the insight, reasoning, and strategy behind each pick so you can dominate your IDP drafts this season.
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...Defensive Schemes That Can Make or Break Your IDP Fantasy Season
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Unlock the secrets to winning your IDP fantasy football league by understanding how defensive schemes impact player production. Learn which defenses create big play opportunities and which ones can crush your roster.
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10 Rookies and 10 Training Camp Stories
Ready to gain that fantasy football edge your league mates are still sleeping on? We're Justin Varnes and Tom Simons, and on the IDP Fantasy Football Podcast, we prove that defense truly wins championships! Each week, we dive deep into the top defensive players—linebackers, edge rushers, defensive linemen, safeties, and corners—to help you maximize your IDP fantasy points. We'll arm you with crucial matchup data for start/sit decisions, highlight key usage trends, and deliver our expert breakout picks and dynasty stashes, all backed by experience since 2015. Whether you're in a deep IDP league or just starting, count...
Welcome to the IDP Fantasy Football Podcast
Ready to gain that fantasy football edge your league mates are still sleeping on? We're Justin Varns and Tom Simons, and on the IDP Fantasy Football Podcast, we prove that defense truly wins championships! Each week, we dive deep into the top defensive players—linebackers, edge rushers, defensive linemen, safeties, and corners—to help you maximize your IDP fantasy points. We'll arm you with crucial matchup data for start/sit decisions, highlight key usage trends, and deliver our expert breakout picks and dynasty stashes, all backed by experience since 2015. Whether you're in a deep IDP league or just starting, count...
