Welcome back, IDP Nerds! We’ve officially hit the final stretch of the fantasy football regular season, with just one month remaining before the playoffs begin. The Week 11 IDP Waiver Wire takes things a step further, providing not only the top weekly pickups and drop candidates but also a deep dive into trade targets and sell-high options to help you get ahead of your league’s trade deadline.
Fortunately, IDP managers catch a small break this week with only two teams on the bye, but the urgency to get the most out of your lineup remains as high as ever. Every roster decision from here on out carries serious weight for both managers fighting for a postseason spot and those looking to stash players for next season and beyond.
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Top Dynasty IDP Adds | Week 11 IDP Waiver Wire Pickups
🏈 Week 11 IDP Adds | Top Waiver Wire Pickups Table
Table: Week 10 IDP Waiver Wire – Top Adds by Position, Team, FAAB %, and Notes
Top Adds Summary Table
| Player | Team | FAAB % | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keanu Benton | Steelers | 1-5% | DL4 overall in the past two weeks. 6 pressures and 2 sacks since Week 9. |
| Charles Snowden | Raiders | 1-5% | Moved into the starting role next to Maxx Crosby. DL6 in Week 10. |
| Malik Harrison | Steelers | 1-5% | 8 tackles over last two games in reserve role. |
| Dorian Williams | Bills | 1-5% | 5 games of double-digit FP. Competing for LB2 role. |
| Chauncey Gardner-Johnson | Bears | 1-3% | DB1 overall since Week 9, 50+ FP in 2 games. |
| Antonio Johnson | Jaguars | 1-3% | 97% snap share in Week 10, DB16 finish. |
🧱 Best Defensive Line Waiver Pickups | Week 11 IDP
| Player | Team | FAAB % | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keanu Benton | Steelers | 1-5% | DL4 overall in the past two weeks. 6 pressures and 2 sacks since Week 9. |
| Charles Snowden | Raiders | 1-5% | Moved into the starting role next to Maxx Crosby. DL6 in Week 10. |
Keanu Benton | Pittsburgh Steelers | 1-5% FAAB
As an IDP manager, you can’t help but be excited about Keanu Benton’s potential. The Steelers’ interior defender has shown significant growth this season, is on track to set career highs in tackles, and he’s already surpassed his career high in sacks (4.5) in just 9 games. Benton has been a reliable streaming option for us, including a DT12 finish overall in Week 9.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have always been known for their game-changing EDGE defenders, but a strong interior defender is equally crucial. Cam Heyward has been that anchor for over a decade, and now, the torch is passing to Keanu Benton. Benton’s long-term value for IDP managers, especially in DT-premium formats, is a strategic advantage that managers shouldn’t overlook.
Charles Snowden | Las Vegas Raiders | 1-5% FAAB
The Las Vegas Raiders have been on the lookout for another pass rusher to complement Maxx Crosby. Charles Snowden, with his rare blend of size and speed, has the potential to be that difference maker. He’s shown promise with 6 pressures over the last 3 games, including 5 tackles and a sack in Week 10. The uncertainty about who might hold the most long-term value opposite Crosby makes it a strategic move to secure that player now rather than later.
💪 Linebacker Adds (LB) | Week 11 IDP Waiver Wire
| Player | Team | FAAB % | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malik Harrison | Steelers | 1-5% | Stash LB in Pittsburgh, 8 tackles over the last two games in a reserve role. |
| Dorian Williams | Bills | 1-5% | 5 games of double-digit FP. Could take the LB2 role over Matt Milano. |
Malik Harrison | Pittsburgh Steelers | 1-5% FAAB
Entering Week 11, the options at the linebacker position are nonexistent. IDP managers are searching waiver wires to find any player worth value, and with injuries piling up, the ability to stash players isn’t as easy to do as it was to start the season. Malik Harrison is a name that has been rising on my list. The former Ohio State Buckeye is coming off the best season of his career with 54 tackles and 2 sacks with the Baltimore Ravens.
Malik Harrison finds himself in another reserve role with the Steelers but has shown the ability to step in and be a top 36 LB option if his name is called. We can’t anticipate an injury, but stashing a player with immediate dynasty upside if one occurs is a smart strategy. Harrison has collected 8 tackles in his last two games while playing under 50% of the defensive snaps.
Dorian Williams | Buffalo Bills | 1-5% FAAB
The Buffalo Bills’ defense has taken a significant step back this season. They have led the NFL in explosive run plays allowed, and what was once considered a good investment for IDP managers has not been the case in 2025. I’m looking at Dorian Williams as a player to add as the Buffalo defense looks to figure out its problems. Williams has five games of double-digit fantasy points, the same as starting LB Terrel Bernard. Veteran LB Matt Milano is not playing at a high level, and I could see Williams seeing increased usage later in the season.
IDP Waiver Wire Trivia | Which DL featured in this week’s waiver wire article has already surpassed his career high in sacks this season through 9 games?
🛡️ Defensive Back Adds (DB) | Week 11 IDP Waiver Wire
| Player | Team | FAAB % | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chauncey Gardner-Johnson | Bears | 1-3% | The DB1 overall since Week 9. 50+ FP over the last 2 games with the Bears. |
| Antonio Johnson | Jaguars | 1-3% | 97% snap share in Week 10, the highest of the season. DB16 in Week 10. |
Chauncey Gardner-Johnson | Chicago Bears | 1-3% FAAB
Just when IDP managers thought they could get excited for Jaquan Brisker to increase his dynasty value, along comes Chauncey Gardner-Johnson. The veteran safety has made a huge impact since signing with the Bears. He leads all DBs in fantasy points over the past two weeks, including a DB1 performance in Week 10.
Chauncey Gardner-Johnson is a fantasy point scorer no matter where he plays. IDP managers can’t ignore his production; he’s averaged 19 fantasy points per game this season despite playing with two different teams and missing five games. Most managers are used to streaming DBs for production each week, and there’s no better option than CG-J this late in the season.
Antonio Johnson | Jacksonville Jaguars | 1-3% FAAB
I’m a believer in Antonio Johnson. I had higher hopes this season after Johnson collected 73 tackles in 2024. He has played just 41% of the defensive snaps this season. He is coming off double-digit fantasy points in back-to-back games and looks to be earning more snaps for the Jaguars defense. IDP managers won’t be able to rely on him as a plug-and-play starter, but the upside is there for Johnson, who could become a difference-maker from a fantasy perspective if his usage continues to trend upward.
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❌ Drop Candidates | Week 11 IDP Waiver Wire
| Player | Position | Team | Reason to Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| James Houston | DL | Cowboys | DL81 on the season; his three-week outburst feels like a distant memory. Hasn’t eclipsed 33% of snaps in any 2025 game. |
| Jamal Adams | DB | Raiders | Provided false hope; since his double-digit FP in Week 7, he’s totaled just 8 fantasy points. |
| Kenny Moore | DB | Colts | DB85 through 10 weeks, on pace for his lowest tackle volume since 2022. |
🔁 Top Week 11 IDP Trade Targets | DL, LB, DB Must-Adds
| Player | Position | Team | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trey Hendrickson | DL | Bengals | Late-season buy for IDP managers not competing; value temporarily suppressed by injury. |
| Will McDonald | DL | Jets | High sack upside but volatile tackle floor; sell-high candidate after 48-point Week 10. |
| Eric Wilson | LB | Vikings | Veteran LB with double-digit points in every game; sell to contenders before value declines. |
| Dre Greenlaw | LB | Broncos | Back-to-back double-digit games; could thrive as LB1 with Alex Singleton sidelined. |
| Dante Trader Jr. | DB | Dolphins | 37 FP over last two games; emerging tackle-heavy option with strong dynasty stash appeal. |
| Kevin Byard | DB | Bears | Veteran DB still producing at DB12 overall; ideal sell for rebuilding managers. |
🧱 Defensive Line Trade Advice | Week 11 IDP
Let’s get started with Cincinnati Bengals sack master Trey Hendrickson. He is coming off a contract dispute that lasted nearly the entire offseason before he signed a one-year deal with the Bengals. This season has been far from his best, and an injury has forced him to miss multiple games. This creates an excellent opportunity for an aggressive non-contending team to use veterans on its roster to entice a fantasy manager to deal Hendrickson. There’s no doubting he won’t be with the Bengals in 2026, and trying to acquire him for a discount now could pay off big heading into next season.
If you’ve followed my work for some time, you know I’ve not been the biggest fan of New York Jets pass rusher Will McDonald. His low tackle floor makes him a sack-dependent fantasy asset. McDonald is coming off a 48-point performance in Week 10, and this opens the door for a significant return for IDP managers looking to sell high. It’s not always the most ideal situation to trade away players who can swing a matchup in your favor. However, the headache of guessing which performance you will get each week might not be worth it for managers chasing consistency.
🦾 Linebacker Trade Advice | Week 11 Dynasty IDP
The Minnesota Vikings veteran linebacker, Eric Wilson, has once again proved his worth to IDP managers. Wilson is the LB17 on the season and has scored 10 fantasy points or more in every game this season. There’s a strong chance fantasy managers were able to acquire him for cheap. If you’re non-contending, you shouldn’t be looking to hold onto 30-year-old linebackers. I would treat this situation like finding a veteran WR on your waiver wire: reward yourself for being active, then sell the player to gain future draft capital.
Dre Greenlaw signed with the Denver Broncos this offseason after suffering a season-ending injury in 2024 with the San Francisco 49ers. Greenlaw has taken time to recover and find his role in the Broncos’ defense. He’s recorded 30 fantasy points over the past two games and is the LB27 over that span. As a team looking to improve my roster for the playoff push, this is the type of player I’m looking to acquire. Unfortunately, it appears Alex Singleton will miss some time, which will move Greenlaw into the LB1 role. If you can get a deal done on the cheaper side, you could benefit significantly from Greenlaw as you look to stack up more wins for the playoffs.
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🛡️ Defensive Back Trade Advice | Week 11 IDP Waiver Wire
The defensive back position rarely has much interest, even for seasoned IDP managers. Dante Trader Jr. is a player I have mentioned over the past couple of weeks who could carve out a role for the struggling Miami Dolphins. He has 37 fantasy points over the last two weeks and looks to be a high-volume tackling option at the DB position. The rare trade for defensive backs can catch other managers off guard, and typically, you can acquire these players for cheap. Dante Trader Jr. is a player who can help both managers competing and those looking ahead to next season, and trying to improve their draft position.
In the event you are looking to trade for a defensive back, a player like Kevin Byard, who ranks as the DB12 overall, is more likely to gauge interest. The Chicago Bears veteran DB has recorded 100 tackles or more in three consecutive seasons and remains a plug-and-play starter for IDP managers. If you’re a fringe playoff team or non-contending manager, there’s no better chance to sell a 32-year-old DB than now. Fantasy managers should be looking to sell for what they can get, which I would be doing as well. Holding onto players as they approach their mid-30s in dynasty fantasy football is never the best strategy.
📚 Dynasty Scouting Notes | Week 11 IDP Watch List
| Player | Position | Team | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arnold Ebiketie | DL | Falcons | Four straight games with double-digit points. Free agent this offseason and unlikely to return to Atlanta given DL depth. |
| Ventrell Miller | LB | Jaguars | Top LB option in Jacksonville if Oluokun or Devin Lloyd miss time. LB49 in 2024 with 9 starts; still only 26 years old. |
| Billy Bowman | DB | Falcons | Averaging 12 FPPG through his first four games; recorded 3+ tackles in every appearance this season. |
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🧠 FAQ | Week 11 IDP Waiver Wire Pickups
Q: Who is the top IDP add for Week 11?
A: Keanu Benton (DL, Pittsburgh Steelers) headlines this week’s waiver wire. The second-year interior defender has been on a tear, ranking as the DL4 over the past two weeks with six pressures and two sacks since Week 9. Benton’s breakout is especially valuable in DT-premium formats, and with the Steelers’ defense leaning on their front seven, his production should remain steady down the stretch.
Q: Which linebacker should I prioritize in Week 11?
A: Dorian Williams (LB, Buffalo Bills) is the linebacker to target this week. He’s delivered five games of double-digit fantasy points and could push for the LB2 role over Matt Milano as the Bills continue to struggle defensively. Malik Harrison (LB, Pittsburgh Steelers) is another smart stash — he’s seeing rotational usage now, but has immediate upside if an injury hits ahead of him on the depth chart.
Q: Are there any defensive backs worth adding in Week 11?
A: Absolutely. Chauncey Gardner-Johnson (DB, Chicago Bears) has been dominant since returning, leading all defensive backs in fantasy scoring over the past two weeks with 50+ points. He’s averaging 19 FPPG and brings plug-and-play starter appeal. Antonio Johnson (DB, Jacksonville Jaguars) is also trending upward after back-to-back double-digit weeks — he’s earning more snaps and could become a reliable DB3 down the stretch.
Q: Who are the best drop candidates heading into Week 11?
A: It’s time to move on from James Houston, Jamal Adams, and Kenny Moore. Houston has fallen back into a limited snap role, Adams’ early-season flash has disappeared, and Moore’s production has cratered to DB85 overall through 10 weeks. Cutting bait now allows you to free up bench space for high-upside stashes or late-season contributors.
Q: Which players in Week 11 make the most sense as trade targets before the fantasy deadline?
A: Trey Hendrickson and Dre Greenlaw headline this week’s trade targets for contending teams. Hendrickson is a proven pass-rusher whose value is temporarily depressed by injury. Meanwhile, Greenlaw has logged back-to-back double-digit outings and steps into the LB1 role in Denver with Alex Singleton sidelined. Rebuilding managers should look to flip Will McDonald and Kevin Byard for future draft capital while their names still carry significant perceived value.
Q: What deep dynasty stashes should I monitor from Week 11 forward?
A: Arnold Ebiketie (DL, Falcons), Ventrell Miller (LB, Jaguars), and Billy Bowman (DB, Falcons) are three names to keep on your radar. Ebiketie’s recent consistency and upcoming free agency make him a potential 2026 breakout candidate. Miller could step into a full-time role if injuries strike in Jacksonville, and Bowman continues to flash steady tackle production with double-digit scoring upside in deeper leagues.
Trivia Answer | Keanu Benton – The Steelers’ defensive tackle has five sacks on the year and continues to develop into a foundational piece for IDP managers looking for production at a scarce position. (click to return)
