“IDP Plus breaks down the top 18 IDP linebackers for fantasy football in 2025. Find elite tacklers, upside sack artists, and consistent studs.”
Understanding linebacker value is essential in IDP fantasy football. In this episode, Axton Harding and Johnny reveal their top 18 consensus IDP rankings. The list was formed by averaging their individual rankings of 40 to 45 linebackers. These are the elite IDP linebackers you need to know heading into 2025.
(This is an AI-generated article from a recently published IDP+ Betting Podcast transcript.)
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1. Roquan Smith: The Clear LB1
Roquan Smith continues to dominate IDP leaderboards. At 28, he posted 155 total tackles last season, with 82 solo stops. He added 1.5 sacks, an interception, a forced fumble, and four pass deflections. Since 2020, he has never dipped below 139 total tackles.
His rookie season featured 121 tackles and five sacks. Simply put, Smith is a set-it-and-forget-it LB1. With at least five strong years left, there’s no reason to fade him now. He tops the IDP linebackers list.
18. Carson Swessinger: Rookie With Massive Upside
Carson Swessinger debuts at LB18 as the top-ranked rookie. The Browns’ linebacker steps into a wide-open room in Cleveland. Injuries and inconsistencies among veterans create an immediate path to playing time. In college, Swessinger posted 136 total tackles in 12 games with a 2-to-1 solo-assist split.
He also had nine tackles for loss and showed strong coverage instincts. If Swessinger earns a full-time role by midseason, he could climb this list fast. In dynasty, he’s one of the top linebacker targets for 2025.
Closing Thoughts: Top 18 Today, More on the Way
These top 18 linebackers represent the best blend of tackle volume, age, coverage ability, and sack upside in fantasy football. Whether you’re in a dynasty league or preparing for redraft, these players provide stable floors with league-winning potential.
Stay tuned as Johnny drops the IDP linebackers ranked 19–36 next week, and IDP Plus rolls out more content for the 2025 season.
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 by Axton, which this article is based on, talking about ranking the top IDP linebackers. Follow @AxManIDP on X!
