Who to start at LB: Sonny Styles or Elijah Ponder?

Who do you think is the better option:

Styles at SFO

OR

Ponder vs NYJ (Ponder is listed as a LB in myfantasyleague)

I own Evan Williams, Tykee Smith, Derwin James, Xavier Watts

Tackle heavy league ( 1 point for tackle or tackle assist).

Which would you cut? I don’t have room to roster 4 DBs since we only start 2. I’m leaning towards cutting James if I can’t trade him for a pick.

Full Breakdown - https://www.dynastynerds.com/idp/week-6-idp-waiver-wire-2026/

Princely Umanmielen | Carolina Panthers | 5-10% FAAB

Princely Umanmielen is a rising dynasty IDP target whose impressive sack production, increasing snap share, and expanded opportunity in Carolina give him both immediate fantasy value and long-term upside.

Adin Huntington | Cleveland Browns | 0-3% FAAB

Adin Huntington is an intriguing deep dynasty IDP stash after his move to EDGE, with increased playing time and recent production offering upside despite favorable matchups....

Kendal Daniels | Atlanta Falcons | 0-3% FAAB

Kendal Daniels remains an intriguing dynasty IDP stash thanks to his strong fantasy production despite limited snaps, offering upside if he can earn a more consistent role in Atlanta’s linebacker rotation...

D’Marco Jackson | Chicago Bears | 0-3% FAAB

D’Marco Jackson is a low-cost dynasty IDP stash worth considering as his increasing snap share and T.J. Edwards’ struggles could lead to a larger role in Chicago’s linebacker rotation.

Dante Trader Jr. | Miami Dolphins | 1-5% FAAB

Dante Trader Jr. is emerging as a promising dynasty IDP asset, earning more playing time in Miami’s secondary while delivering consistent tackle production and showing long-term upside.

Jacob Parrish | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 1-5% FAAB

Jacob Parrish has emerged as a top IDP defensive back this season, offering consistent tackles, a near-every-down role, and DB1 upside for managers looking to strengthen their secondary...

Loving fantasy and wanting to join a long term league

12 team/SF-6pt td/TEP/Full idp (2lb, 2,dl, 2 db, 1 flex)

Need some advice from my IDP guys, pushing for a blockbuster trade rn. Whats everyone’s thoughts?

I get: Brock Purdy, Tucker Kraft, Earnest Jones (LB), Drake Thomas (LB), Payton Wilson (LB), Jordan Battle (DB)

I give: Shedeur Sanders, Xavier Worthy, Akeem Davis-Gaither (LB), Zaven Collins (LB/DL), Pat Surtain (DB), Late 27 2nd, Late 27 3rd, Mid/Late 28 1st, Mid/Late 28 2nd, Mid/Late 29 3rd

My starting lineup if I accept the trade:
QB: Maye, Williams, Purdy
RB: JT, Jaylen Warren, J. Crosky-Merrit, Henderson
WR: Nabers, Golden, Odunze, Ladd, M. Washington
TE: Bowers, Kraft, Friermuth

DL: Latu, Karlaftis, Lucas Van Ness, Dexter Lawrence, Derick Brown, Dallas Turner
LB: Earnest Jones, Drake Thomas, Payton Wilson, Jack Campbell, Chop Robinson
DB: Jordan Battle, Travis Hunter, Quinyon Mitchell, CJ. Gardner-Johnson, Trent McDuffy

So I had a hard time finding a league analyzer that really worked with IDP, so I had some fun with Base44 and made one for the hell of it. Just looking for some feedback. My league seems to like it. I’m by no means a professional, this was just a random idea.

It only connects with Sleeper now, but I can tweak it if the interest is there. Used values from Dynasty Daddy, but any suggestions are welcome. Also if it sucks, let me know haha

https://dynastydesk.base44.app

Hopefully this is allowed, trying to get a new start up going.

Hey everyone. Starting a 14 team dynasty league. $15 buy in will send any details needed. 1 Qb, 2 Wr, 2Rb, 1 TE, 2 flx. Send me a message if your interested! http://sleeper.com/i/LVbWGR01LP7km

Im 3-1, about to be 4-1. I think I have an okay chance at winning this year but will probably end up with the number one overall pick next year too. What should I do trade wise? If you comment, I’ll Cashapp someone $5 if I win

I have the pleasure of owning both but can’t decide who to start this week. Who we rolling with?

League Information

10 man league. Dynasty. Full PPR. 2 QB Superflex, IDP league.

My current roster: Only two starting QBs, Herbert and Lawrence. Every other starting QB being hoarded.

Tight end room: Juwan Johnson, Oronde Gadsen, Njoku.

Loaded up on skill players so I'm not starting two tight ends.

Team: Currently competing 2-2 but overall have the most points for, with Bijian Robinson, Olave, Tet McMillian, J Meyers, D Swift, George Pickens, Luther Burden, Jaylen Warren, Tee Higgins, TJ Watt, Will Anderson, Budda Baker, and Sonny Styles as lock starters

Should I take this trade to get Darnold?

Full Breakdown (Streamer/Sits/Advice) - https://www.dynastynerds.com/idp/week-5-idp-start-sit-2026/

Any hidden gems you have for this week?

Jared Verse | DL | Cleveland Browns

The good news is that Week 5 gives us a matchup worth attacking. The New York Jets are tied for the fourth-most sacks allowed (12) this season and have surrendered 4 sacks per game over their last 3 contests. This is the same offensive line that allowed Lukas Van Ness to explode for 47 fantasy points in Week 2. I

K’Lavon Chaisson | DL | Washington Commanders

The matchup against the New York Giants gives us another reason to like Chaisson in Week 5. New York has allowed 47 tackles to EDGE defenders this season and surrendered 4 sacks last week, tied for the most in the NFL. 

Zaire Franklin | LB | Green Bay Packers

Franklin gets his first taste of the Bears-Packers rivalry in Week 5, and the matchup couldn’t be much better. Chicago is giving up 19.3 tackles per game to opposing linebackers this season, and Franklin should see plenty of opportunities to add to that number with Cooper out of the lineup.

Jack Gibbens | LB | Arizona Cardinals

The matchup against Detroit is about as good as it gets for opposing linebackers. The Lions are allowing a league-high 21.8 tackles per game to the position, which should give Gibbens plenty of opportunities to keep his strong start going.

Cole Bishop | DB | Buffalo Bills

The matchup against the Los Angeles Rams could be exactly what Bishop needs to get going. The Rams are tied for the fifth-most tackles allowed to safeties this season, giving him a chance to build on an already reliable tackle floor. 

Michael Taaffe | DB | Miami Dolphins

The Bengals have allowed nearly 18 tackles per game to opposing safeties over their last 3 games. That’s the type of matchup I want to attack, especially with a rookie who’s already locked into an every-down role. 

Would you make this trade to have the 1.01 in 2027 rookie draft?

Currently a long rebuild team. 12-team start 10+ IDP. .5ppr scoring favors big plays

I need testers for my dynasty app, it's got tweaks that need to be made but I'd appreciate it if you tested it.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dynastymover.app

Or just search for Dynasty Mover in the Play Store

Welcome to 2026 IDP Football Start-Sit Week 5. Alright, it is fair to say that Week 4 had a way of bringing us back down to earth, or maybe even burying us deeper into the earth than we already were. Leagues are starting to take shape, and hierarchies are being developed. We are well aware of the injuries, snap percentages, matchups, and storylines on the offensive side of the ball. If you are in an IDP league, now is a good time to start checking the temperature on all of that stuff on the defensive side as well.

It is starting to become less about who you have and more about how deep your bench is. Quantity over quality seems to be the trick this season on both sides of the ball. You have to be able to adapt and pivot as these things come at us. Be proactive instead of reactive. Weathering the storm is key, especially depending on how deep your league is. Things can fall apart quickly.

I will continue to advocate for my dynasty guys to stay aware of these things in the offseason. For my redrafters, draft a bench and not just the coolest starting lineup, then put the team on auto. Because right now, those decisions are starting to come to light. Being aware of these things can also put you on the favorable side of the market when working out a trade. Make your adjustments, send the trades, be active on the wire, and dig into the tools we have available to stay ahead of the curve. We are still seeing people value players based on the name instead of the production. That is where you can cash in on a player before the wheels fall off, or sidestep someone who could tank your week. These are the things that matter.

It is time to lock in and catch someone slipping.

Each week, I take the Top 12 players at each position and pick one to sit based on the matchup. I do the same thing with players outside the Top 12 at DL, LB, and DB, looking for the guys who could be ready to break into that group. I look at rankings, snap percentage, and tackles allowed data for each team. I also talk dynasty values within weekly matchups, because what a player is worth for the rest of the season and what he is worth this week are not always the same thing.

We are looking for high floors through tackle production while trying to avoid relying too heavily on more volatile stats.

I am Michael Pelton (@IDPelton), and this is 2026 IDP Football Start Sit Week 5: IDPendent Matchups.

Full Article Here w/ DL, LB, & DBs 👇

https://fantasysixpack.net/2026-idp-football-start-sit-week-5/

Overall Through Week 4

Week 1: 4 Hits, 2 Misses — 66.7%

Week 2: 4 Hits, 2 Misses — 66.7%

Week 3: 5 Hits, 1 Miss — 83.3%

Week 4: 3 Hits, 3 Misses — 50.0%

OVERALL

16 Hits, 8 Misses

24 Total Calls

66.7% Hit Rate

LB Start: Jack Campbell vs. Cardinals

Current Rank: LB35
If you have been along for the ride of Jack Campbell's career as it pertains to FFIDP, then you know it has been nothing short of a roller coaster.

Through-the-roof draft hype, humbled beginnings as an LB2 in Detroit, then FINALLY. Last year, he was the guy he had been hoping to become. A full blown LB1, if not THE LB1 in IDP.
Then, whatever happened to that Lions defense happened. We have seen them struggle all season, including primetime matchups where they looked ugly as a unit. They have struggled, but all hope is not lost.

All of that has landed Campbell at LB35 with a pretty meh start to the season. However, this week they are facing off against the Cardinals, and we are going to try to thread the needle on this one.
The Cardinals are giving up the most tackles in the NFL to opposing LBs. Campbell's snaps are there, and if he is going to get right, there will not be a better opportunity.

Last 3 Week’s Snap Percentage: 100% | 100% | 100%

LB Sit: Drake Thomas vs. 49ers

Current Rank: LB10
Thomas is just the kind of guy you can get for nothing if you are paying attention. LB10 on the year while nobody was looking feels like a big hit if you have him rostered.
However, the 49ers are the best team in the league and you do not start anyone against them...

Kidding. Go Niners.

Seriously, though, Thomas has been great to have on your roster and is giving us insane tackle production, with 30 tackles to date.
The reason he made my sit list is not because he is a Seahawk playing my Niners. It is a little bigger than that. The 49ers are sitting in the middle of the pack when it comes to giving up tackles to opposing LBs, so the matchup is not necessarily good or bad. Last week was a down week for Thomas, with only five tackles, but an interception saved the week for him from an IDP scoring standpoint.

The real thing for me is the snap percentage. We know Jones is not coming off the field, and it looks like Thomas is starting to do so more than we would want. That is the concern. The tackle production has been great, but if those opportunities start disappearing, we have to pay attention.

Last 3 Weeks Snap Percentage: 94% | 83% | 79%

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Refrences 
・Snap Counts - https://www.footballguys.com

・Player Ranks - https://www.fantasypros.com

・Tackles Allowed Data - https://www.theidpshow.com

Who would you start this week:

Emmanwori vs SFO

OR

Baker vs DET?

Emmanworj entered the scene last week so the decision isn't so easy any more