All IDP: Drafts & Trades

It’s peak redraft season, and we are here to help with some ADP fades and alternatives. In this episode, hosts Jake Kohlhagen and Scott Soltis dive into The IDP Show ADP to identify 10 picks in the early-to-middle rounds of IDP drafts that we are passing on. Along the way, we’ll explain why we are not buying these players at market value and suggest alternatives to consider in the same range, allo...

Looking for an edge in your IDP Drafts? We’ve got tips to help you draft like an analyst by digging into some readily accessible data for IDP so that you can take an informed approach to determining who is hype and who is the real thing. Hosts Scott Soltis and Jake Kohlhagen share beginner and advanced data points to help you build draft boards that cut through the noise and get to the numbers tha...

Every year, we all have those guys that we just can’t stop drafting. In this episode of IDP Drafts, hosts Jake Kohlhagen and Scott Soltis discuss the players they find themselves taking over and over again in D-UP, 2025 leagues, and rookie drafts. Along the way, they tackle all of the big positions (LB, DL, DB, and dual-designation), share their personal ADP, and highlight some observations and da...

It’s time to draft! In this episode, Scott Soltis and Jake Kohlhagen jump into the middle of a live best ball draft using a brand new format: 18 rounds, 12 teams, offense + IDP. With 6 offensive starters, 6 IDP starters, and just 6 bench spots, how will drafters approach building out their rosters? Join Scott and Jake as they move through rounds 6-9 of this new format, react to their fellow drafte...

One of the biggest questions in IDP best ball is: Should you draft DL or LB in the early rounds? Host Scott Soltis is joined by Jake Kohlhagen as the duo takes different sides and discusses the advantages and drawbacks of each strategy. After presenting arguments based on ADP, rankings, and historical scoring, Scott and Jake walk through a recent draft where they took these positions to extremes b...

NFL Draft season feels officially in the rearview mirror as OTAs are kicking off for every team. But before we officially close the book on analyzing the incoming class, Scott Soltis and Jake Kohlhagen look at all the rookie draft information from their very own leagues and walk through some interesting takeaways. The duo discusses a few of their favorite players, some intriguing observations, and...

As we approach the halfway point of the D-UP contest on FastDraft, now is the perfect time to go back and grade some entries. Host Scott Soltis is joined by Evan Ringler of PlayerProfiler to examine 8 volunteered rosters and hand out A-F grades based on ceiling, floor, value, and distinctiveness. The duo takes note of the players, picks, and strategies they like and where they see some room for im...

The NFL Draft has come and gone, and while we are in peak rookie draft season, there is always time for best ball! In this episode, Scott Soltis and Jake Kohlhagen take a look at where IDP rookies are going in a post-NFL Draft best ball and what veterans are slotting in around them. Whether you are a win-now dynasty team or prepping for best balls or redraft leagues, we’ve got you covered. 0:00 -...

It’s NFL Draft week, and while we are all excited about the next crop of rookies for our dynasty squads, should we be drafting them in our 2025 best ball and redraft leagues? In this episode, host Scott Soltis is joined by Jake Kohlhagen to discuss their basic approach to IDP rookies in best ball and redraft, while also discussing the 10 hottest rookies and whether they want them for redraft, best...

The first large IDP best ball drafts of the offseason are upon us! With 25-32 rounds of picks, multiple IDP analysts, and many of the sharpest drafters out there, these drafts are a great place to get a sense of where the market is and where it may be going. Hosts Scott Soltis and Jake Kohlhagen explore early DL and LB strategies, how to handle dual designation in Sleeper, the market for 2024 brea...

The D-UP contest from FastDraft is the largest IDP best ball contest ever created, with a $10,000 prize pool and a $2,000 payout to 1st place. But with it being brand new, how should you approach it? In this special D-UP edition of IDP Drafts, host Scott Soltis is joined by Josh Raymer of The IDP Show to discuss roster construction, booster strategy, and general tips they have for giving yourself...

Figuring out which defensive players will bounce back or flame out is difficult at any time of the year, but especially early in the offseason. As you get ready to do some IDP drafting, Scott Soltis and Jeff Pomazal have got you covered with general strategies and specific big names they are watching closely who were breakouts, busts, or injured in 2024. Download the FastDraft app to play their ne...

Hosts Jake Kohlhagen and Scott Soltis look back at 2024 IDP best ball draft ADP and discuss 20 insights and trends that can be used to help in your 2025 drafts. Thank you for joining us for the first episode of IDP Drafts in 2025. We will see you in the draft room ! Subscribe to our YouTube channel for our other shows, The IDP Show , The IDP After Show , The IDP Trade Show , and IDP Bets . If you&...

In this episode, Johny the Greek is joined by Scott Bogman of FantasyPros and Justin Varnes of Fantasy Points to discuss their favorite IDP prop bets for Super Bowl LIX: Justin Reid, Jalen Carter, Chris Jones, and Jaden Hicks. Good luck with all your bets in the Super Bowl and we’ll be back next season! Subscribe to our YouTube channel for our other shows, The IDP Show , The IDP After Show , The I...

In this episode, Johny the Greek is joined by Scott Soltis, author of the weekly defensive line streaming article for The IDP Show. They discussed tackle props for Foye Oluokun, Christian Rozeboom, Kenny Moore, and Jordan Battle. They also discussed sack props for Nick Bosa, Zach Sieler, Micah Parsons, Vita Vea, Yaya Diaby, and Osa Odighizuwa. Good luck with all your bets in Week 17! Happy holiday...

In this episode, Johny the Greek is joined by Justin Varnes of Fantasy Points and The IDP Show. They discussed tackle props for Byron Murphy, Cameron Heyward, Starling Thomas, Roquan Smith, Justin Madabuike, Josey Jewell, and Demario Davis. They also discussed a sack prop for Andrew Van Ginkel. Good luck with all your bets in Week 16! Happy holidays! Subscribe to our YouTube channel for our other...

In this episode, Johny the Greek is joined by Patrick (AKA @tackleboxprops), Director of Betting for RPO Football. They discussed tackle props for Keisean Nixon, Zach Baun, Cam Taylor-Britt, Cam Heyward, Mack Wilson, Josh Metellus, Tariq Woolen, Nick Cross, and Julian Blackmon. Good luck with all your bets in Week 15! Subscribe to our YouTube channel for our other shows, The IDP Show , The IDP Aft...

In this episode, Johny the Greek is joined by Scott Bogman of the In This League family of fantasy sports podcasts. Scott is also a contributor for FantasyPros. They discuss tackle props for Kool-Aid McKinstry, Micah McFadden, Jonathan Owens, Jason Pinnock, and Mike Jackson. They also look at sack props for Maxx Crosby and Leonard Floyd. Good luck with all your bets in Week 14! Subscribe to our Yo...

In this episode, Johny the Greek is joined by Kyle Bellefeuil, IDP contributor for Footballguys. They discussed tackle props for Mike Jackson, Blake Cashman, Kyzir White, Kaden Elliss, Zaire Franklin, Quincy Williams, and Quinyon Mitchell. They also discuss a sack prop for Laiatu Latu. Good luck with all your bets in Week 13! Subscribe to our YouTube channel for our other shows, The IDP Show , The...

In this episode, Johny the Greek is joined by Mike Woellert, featured writer and ranker for The IDP Show. They discuss tackle props for Garrett Wiliams, Amani Hooker, TJ Edwards, Tyrice Knight, Cooper DeJean, and Mike Sainristil. They also discuss sack props for Danielle Hunter and Chop Robinson. Good luck with all your bets in Week 12! Subscribe to our YouTube channel for our other shows, The IDP...

In this episode, Johny the Greek is joined by Jeff Pomazal, host of The IDP Update. They discuss combined tackle props for Trevon Moehrig, Jamien Sherwood, Cameron Heyward, Terrell Bernard, and Roquan Smith. The guys also discuss a sack prop for Andrew Van Ginkel and bring some bonus bets! Good luck with all your bets in Week 11! Subscribe to our YouTube channel for our other shows, The IDP Show ,...

In this episode, Johny the Greek is joined by Justin Varnes of Fantasy Points and The IDP Show. They discuss tackle props for Zack Baun, Jamien Sherwood, Sauce Gardner, Deommodore Lenoir, Demario Davis, and Bobby Wagner. Good luck with all your bets in Week 10! Subscribe to our YouTube channel for our other shows, The IDP Show , The IDP After Show , The IDP Trade Show , and IDP Drafts . If you'd l...

In this episode, Johny the Greek is joined by Scott Soltis of The IDP Show , author of the weekly DL streaming article . They discuss combined tackle props for Cody Barton, TJ Edwards, Benjamin St. Juste, and Bobby Okereke. Scott brings sack props for Dorance Armstrong, Zach Allen, DeForest Buckner, LJ Collier, and Nnamdi Madubuike. Good luck with all your bets in Week 9! Subscribe to our YouTube...

In this episode, Johny the Greek is joined by the Director of Betting for RPO Football, Patrick (@tackleboxprops on Twitter). They discussed combined tackle props for Nick Cross, Bobby Wagner, Taron Johnson, Kyzir White, Jamien Sherwood, and Ronald Darby. Good luck with all your bets in Week 8! Subscribe to our YouTube channel for our other shows, The IDP Show , The IDP After Show , The IDP Trade...

As we near the halfway point of the 2024 NFL season, some teams are pushing for the playoffs while others are planning for 2025. That means the trades will be kicking into high gear. With that in mind, the Big 3 gather in the Sode Shack to review another round of listener-submitted trades. Subscribe to our  ⁠⁠⁠YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠  for our other shows,  ⁠⁠⁠The IDP Show⁠⁠⁠ ,  ⁠⁠⁠The IDP After Show⁠⁠⁠...