“Discover the mid-tier IDP defensive linemen to draft in fantasy football. Consistent floors, hidden upside, and value picks.”
When it comes to building a dominant fantasy football defense, identifying the right IDP defensive linemen is critical. While elite names like Micah Parsons and T.J. Watt fly off draft boards early, the real value often lies in the middle rounds.
That’s where sharp fantasy managers find players with reliable floors, breakout upside, and week-winning potential. In this article, we dive deep into Tiers 4 through 6 of the IDP Plus rankings — unearthing 14 defensive linemen who may not be elite but are absolutely draft-worthy. Whether you play in deep IDP formats or DT-required leagues, these names deserve a long look on draft day.
(This is an AI-generated article from a recently published IDP+ Betting Podcast transcript.)
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Underrated But Reliable: Harold Landry Leads Tier 4
Harold Landry opens Tier 4 as the model of stability. Now with the Patriots, he brings a solid tackle and sack floor. In 2024, he played all 17 games, tallying 71 combined tackles and 9 sacks. He’s not flashy, but his dependability makes him a DL2 anchor.
Laiatu Latu: Flashy Rookie in a Prime Learning Spot
Laiatu Latu had three forced fumbles and four sacks as a rookie in a limited role. With Buckner and Pay ahead of him, he’s learning from pros.
He’s in a thinning Colts rotation and should get more snaps this year. The big-play upside is already there.
Latu is a stash with legit DL2 upside if he steps into a larger role in Year Two.
Final Thoughts
These tier four and above defensive linemen might not carry household names, but they offer solid production at a draft discount. Players like Landry, Van Ginkel, and Benito bring high floors. Others like Walker and Latu flash real upside. In deeper IDP formats, this is where fantasy leagues are won.
