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Elite LBs fly off the board early, but the drop-off from LB1 to LB12 is only 15%. Wait and stack your offense first. The LB position is deep enough that starting-caliber options exist through round 12.
Solo tackles are the most stable IDP stat year over year. Prioritize every-down LBs on defenses that allow sustained drives. Bad team defense = more tackle opportunity for your LB.
NEVER pay for IDP sacks/TDs from LBs. Sack production is essentially random year over year. A LB who had 8 sacks one year is equally likely to have 2 or 10 the next. Bet on tackles, not splash plays.
In most IDP leagues, elite LBs should be drafted in rounds 6-8. LB is the deepest IDP position — you can find starters later. Target high-tackle-volume players on bad defenses (more tackle opportunity).
Solo tackles are the most predictable IDP stat, carrying over from year to year better than any other category. Sacks and interceptions are much more volatile. Prioritize high-tackle-floor players over boom-bust pass rushers.
Three things: age (under 27 preferred), snap count (80%+ defensive snaps), and tackle opportunity. LBs age well compared to DBs — their prime extends to age 30.
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