NFL teams have recently shifted their focus to a committee approach to defensive line deployment, which has changed the way IDP managers draft. Instead of having defensive linemen on each team play a near every-down role, players are deployed as pass-rush/run-down specialists. This opened the door for more potential IDP streaming options.
Being able to stream positions is key to winning leagues. It is impossible to nail down every roster position with studs. You always walk away with one of your position groups feeling thin. This weekly article will cover IDP streaming matchups for the IDL and Edge positions to help you win your leagues.
IDP Streaming Option: IDL Adam Butler, Las Vegas Raiders
Matchup: New England Patriots - Ranked 28th in Matt Bitotni's Offensive Line Rankings
Is there such a thing as a year-seven breakout? In Butler's case, yes. Butler was never a star on the defensive line during his first six seasons, but he exploded onto the scene with the Raiders in 2024 as a great IDP streaming option. He nearly doubled his career-high in tackles and added five sacks.
#Raiders DT Adam Butler, on what clicked for him last season: "Truthfully, I got pissed off about my situation...I changed my attitude." pic.twitter.com/HhTLkykF3r
— Paul Gutierrez (@PaulHGutierrez) July 29, 2025
Butler has the luxury of a potent edge-rushing duo of Maxx Crosby and Malcolm Koonce. Butler will be the primary beneficiary with these two collapsing the pocket, especially with Christian Wilkins out of the mix.
The Patriots' offensive line is still a question mark. They allowed the fifth-most sacks in 2024 and will start a rookie third-round pick, Jared Wilson, at left guard. Butler should challenge the Patriots' offensive line early and is a great IDP streaming option.
IDP Streaming Option: IDL Tershawn Wharton, Carolina Panthers
Matchup: Jacksonville Jaguars - Ranked 30th in Matt Bitonti's Offensive Line Rankings
Wharton showed immense potential during his contract year in 2024. He more than tripled his previous career-high for sacks (6.5), set a career-high in tackles for a loss (7), and tied his career-high for tackles with 40. The Panthers are in dire need of pass-rush help. They are one of the thinnest units on the edge of any NFL team. Interior pressure will be key to their success. The interior is strong with star Derrick Brown and decorated veteran A'Shawn Robinson lining up with Wharton.
The Jaguars' pass protection was solid in 2024, ranking in the bottom 10 in sacks allowed. They are starting a new center, Robert Hainsey, and right guard, Patrick Mekari. Neither were glaring upgrades. Hopefully, the Jaguars' offensive line does not take too long to mesh. Until we know, Wharton should be a strong IDP streaming option for Week 1.
IDP Streaming Option: Edge Kwity Paye, Indianapolis Colts
Matchup: Miami Dolphins - Ranked 31st in Matt Bitonti's Offensive Line Rankings
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