“Target elite performers and breakout candidates in your redraft league with our 2025 rankings for fantasy football IDP defensive linemen.”
Below is a breakdown of the top four tiers of IDP defensive linemen for redraft leagues, based solely on recent production and opportunity heading into 2025.


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DL1 Tier – The Elite Edge Rushers
This tier includes the most dominant forces in the NFL. They consistently produce double-digit sacks, elite pressure rates, and high tackle counts. These defenders rarely leave the field and often anchor your IDP lineup with monster weekly ceilings.
Myles Garrett: 86 pressures and 14 sacks in 2024. He’s a cornerstone player who delivers every single week.
T.J. Watt: Posted 19 sacks. Always a threat to score big with game-altering plays and high snap consistency.
Will Anderson Jr.: Showed signs of improvement as a rookie. With more polish, he could dominate in Year 2.
Greg Rousseau: Very efficient on limited snaps. Could be a league-winner if Buffalo increases his usage.
Final Thoughts
The defensive line pool runs deeper than usual in 2025. Top-tier pass rushers like Garrett, Watt, and Crosby remain elite building blocks. If you miss on them, look to tiers two and three for strong production at a discount. In deeper leagues, the DL4 group offers breakout potential and steady floors.
Whether you’re chasing sacks, tackles, or upside, drafting the right IDP defensive linemen can separate you from the pack. Balance your lineup with a mix of high-floor starters and ceiling-based plays. Redraft success starts in the trenches.
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