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2026 IDP Chart – Week 3
Welcome to another season of the IDP Chart. This year, we will spotlight a starter, a mid-tier option and a deeper-ranked player who can hopefully help fantasy football managers in all formats. This should also be useful when injuries and the bye weeks hit. As a reminder, check out my weekly NFL IDP rankings, as they will be updated all the way through kickoff… Welcome to another season where we try to spotlight some players who should be able to give your IDP teams a boost. I try to avoid the chalky names, but sometimes those situations are too good, and they will be mentioned. As a reminder, check out my weekly IDP rankings, as they will be updated all the way through kickoff. Hit me up on Twitter @PhilBackert or Discord @PBackert, and I’ll be more than happy to answer any questions you may have…
2026 IDP Leagues: Week 2 Performers and Week 3 Waiver Wire Targets
Phil Backert spotlights the Week 2 top performers in IDP Leagues for Fantasy Football and looks ahead to Week 3 Waiver Wire additions. Dominate the NFL! Welcome to another season where we try to spotlight some players who should be able to give your IDP teams a boost. I try to avoid the chalky names, but sometimes those situations are too good, and they will be mentioned. As a reminder, check out my weekly IDP rankings, as they will be updated all the way through kickoff. Hit me up on Twitter @PhilBackert or Discord @PBackert, and I’ll be more than happy to answer any questions you may have…
2026 IDP Green Dot & Every Down Linebackers
Phil Backert delivers each team’s “green dot” linebackers for your IDP Fantasy Football Teams! The subject of IDP “green dot” linebackers came up multiple times in our NFL Seasonal Discord after Phil’s NFL Training Camp Presentation. Well, you asked, and he has delivered! You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
2026 IDP Chart – Week 2
Welcome to another season of the IDP Chart. This year, we will spotlight a starter, a mid-tier option and a deeper-ranked player who can hopefully help fantasy football managers in all formats. This should also be useful when injuries and the bye weeks hit. As a reminder, check out my weekly NFL IDP rankings, as they will be updated all the way through kickoff… Welcome to another season where we try to spotlight some players who should be able to give your IDP teams a boost. I try to avoid the chalky names, but sometimes those situations are too good, and they will be mentioned. As a reminder, check out my weekly IDP rankings, as they will be updated all the way through kickoff. Hit me up on Twitter @PhilBackert or Discord @PBackert, and I’ll be more than happy to answer any questions you may have…
2026 IDP Leagues: Week 1 Performers and Week 2 Waiver Wire Targets
Phil Backert spotlights the Week 1 top performers in IDP Leagues for Fantasy Football and looks ahead to Week 2 Waiver Wire additions. Dominate the NFL! Welcome to another season where we try to spotlight some players who should be able to give your IDP teams a boost. I try to avoid the chalky names, but sometimes those situations are too good, and they will be mentioned. As a reminder, check out my weekly IDP rankings, as they will be updated all the way through kickoff. Hit me up on Twitter @PhilBackert or Discord @PBackert, and I’ll be more than happy to answer any questions you may have…
2026 IDP Chart – Week 1
Welcome to another season of the IDP Chart. This year, we will spotlight a starter, a mid-tier option and a deeper-ranked player who can hopefully help fantasy football managers in all formats. This should also be useful when injuries and the bye weeks hit. As a reminder, check out my weekly NFL IDP rankings, as they will be updated all the way through kickoff… Welcome to another season where we try to spotlight some players who should be able to give your IDP teams a boost. I try to avoid the chalky names, but sometimes those situations are too good, and they will be mentioned. As a reminder, check out my weekly IDP rankings, as they will be updated all the way through kickoff. Hit me up on Twitter @PhilBackert or Discord @PBackert, and I’ll be more than happy to answer any questions you may have…
2026 IDP Grid
Follow along all draft season as Phil Backert categorizes our Individual Defensive Players by tier. Dominate IDP leagues with Fantasy Guru! Follow along all season long as Phil Backert categories our Individual Defensive Players by tier. Dominate IDP leagues with Fantasy Guru!
2026 IDP League Team Previews: NFC West
Fantasy football draft season is here, and it’s time to build a championship roster. Phil Backert spotlights IDP players from each division and every team. Leading up to the NFL regular season, we’ll be breaking down the AFC & NFC to give you a better idea of what players to target. As a reminder, here are links to help get you ready for your drafts… You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
2026 IDP League Team Previews: NFC East
Fantasy football draft season is here, and it’s time to build a championship roster. Phil Backert spotlights IDP players from each division and every team. Leading up to the NFL regular season, we’ll be breaking down the AFC & NFC to give you a better idea of what players to target. As a reminder, here are links to help get you ready for your drafts… You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
2026 IDP League Team Previews: NFC South
Fantasy football draft season is here, and it’s time to build a championship roster. Phil Backert spotlights IDP players from each division and every team. Leading up to the NFL regular season, we’ll be breaking down the AFC & NFC to give you a better idea of what players to target. As a reminder, here are links to help get you ready for your drafts… You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
2026 IDP League Team Previews: NFC North
Fantasy football draft season is here, and it’s time to build a championship roster. Phil Backert spotlights IDP players from each division and every team. Leading up to the NFL regular season, we’ll be breaking down the AFC & NFC to give you a better idea of what players to target. As a reminder, here are links to help get you ready for your drafts… You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
2026 IDP League Team Previews: AFC West
Fantasy football draft season is here, and it’s time to build a championship roster. Phil Backert spotlights IDP players from each division and every team. Leading up to the NFL regular season, we’ll be breaking down the AFC & NFC to give you a better idea of what players to target. As a reminder, here are links to help get you ready for your drafts… You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.