“Discover which fantasy football IDP safeties are rising, falling, or poised to repeat in 2025 fantasy football. Analyze top 24 trends, breakout candidates, and redraft strategy.”
The IDP Plus Advice Show broke down the top 24 IDP safeties to help fantasy managers make smarter redraft and dynasty decisions. Safeties don’t repeat at a high rate, and that turnover is critical to understand when building a roster. Let’s take a look at the trends from last year to help us shape who may end up in the top 24 this year.
(This is an AI-generated article from a recently published IDP+ Podcast transcript.)
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Turnover Trends at the Safety Position
Historically, only three safeties repeat in the top 12 year to year. That number rises to ten in the top 24, giving this position slightly more consistency than cornerback, but still presenting volatility. Under King’s Classic scoring, the trend holds. Only two safeties repeated from 2022 to 2023. That improved to five in 2023 to 2024, landing right on the historical average.
Only two safeties—Derwin James and Julian Love—managed to repeat top-12 finishes across all three seasons. And it was Love, not James, who surprisingly outscored the other every time.
Ifeatu Melifonwu also steps in after flashing potential in Detroit. Now with the Dolphins, he has little competition for the second safety role behind Jevon Holland. If he earns the box role, he could rack up points fast.
Washington’s safety spot drew attention, too. Ricky hedged between Percy Butler and rookie Tyler Owens, believing one will step into Jeremy Chinn’s old role. Sean instead went with Quan Martin, noting toughness and strong OTA usage.
This year’s IDP safeties class has turnover, breakout potential, and opportunity—just what fantasy managers should target.
Want the Edge? Embrace the Uncertainty
Don’t rely on last year’s IDP safeties to carry your roster. The top 24 finishers come and go. Roles shift. Schemes evolve. Instead, chase volume, identify emerging talents, and keep an eye on training camp battles.
The position’s volatility is a headache for some, but for savvy fantasy managers, it’s a hidden advantage. Leverage historical trends and pay attention to the players rising up in new situations.
The next episode of the IDP Plus Advice Show will break down quarterbacks. Until then, stack your rosters smart and keep hunting value.
Thank you for reading this article by @IDP_Plus. This article was created using IDP+ AI and edited by an IDP+ Staff Member. Be sure to check out the video above, which this article is based on. Follow the hosts @RickyRod66 & @shawn8386 on the X!!
