Scott Bogman, host of the FantasyPros Dynasty Football Podcast and IDP Podcast, teamed with Joe Pisapia, co-host of the IDP Podcast, to provide dynasty rookie profiles for IDP players. They break down the top names of the 2022 NFL Draft class as you prepare for your dynasty rookie and startup drafts. Check out their top-10 defensive linemen below.
IDP Dynasty Rookie Draft Rankings: Defensive Linemen
| 1 | Aidan Hutchinson | Lions – 1.2 |
| 2 | Jermaine Johnson | Jets 1.26 |
| 3 | Kayvon Thibodeaux | Giants – 1.5 |
| 4 | David Ojabo | Ravens – 2.45 |
| 5 | Travon Walker | Jaguars – 1.1 |
| 6 | George Karlaftis | Chiefs – 1.30 |
| 7 | Arnold Ebiketie | Falcons – 2.38 |
| 8 | Boye Mafe | Seahawks – 2.40 |
| 9 | Drake Jackson | 49ers – 2.61 |
| 10 | Sam Williams | Cowboys – 2.56 |
2022 IDP Dynasty Rookie Draft Player Notes
Aidan Hutchinson – Detroit Lions, Pick 2
The Lions stuck with the homegrown talent and Hutchinson should have an immediate impact on this defense. The Lions were 29 of 32 in pressure percentage and dead last in QB knockdowns so Hutchinson will be an immediate upgrade and will start contributing immediately. Last season, the Lions added Levi Onwuzurike on the interior and this defensive front should be menacing in the near future.
Jermaine Johnson – New York Jets, Pick 26
Johnson had a TON of helium going into the draft but he ended up settling in with the New York Jets at pick 26 and adds to a now deep-looking arsenal of pass rushers for the Jets. Johnson will most likely compete with veteran Carl Lawson (who is coming off an Achilles tear in 2021) for 1st and 2nd down but even if he only gets pass-rushing downs he should make an immediate impact.
Kayvon Thibodeaux – New York Giants, Pick 5
Thibodeaux is a guy that is probably a little more raw than Hutchinson and Jermaine Johnson but the fit with the Giants means he’ll be learning on the field from Day 1. No one on this roster is standing in Thibodeaux’s way from getting a 3 down role and I am excited to see him next to Leonard Williams in 3rd and long situations. Thibs should be in for a high snap percentage from week 1.
David Ojabo – Baltimore Ravens, Pick 45
The Ravens added on to a great draft by adding Ojabo, he would have been a top 15 pick if not for his Achilles injury suffered during his Pro Day. Ojabo probably won’t get a chance to play this season but he will be a great draft and stash guy for Dynasty IDP leagues, especially ones that offer big points for sacks.
Travon Walker – Jacksonville Jaguars, Pick1
The Jags decided to go with the upside with the number 1 overall pick and Walker has A LOT of upside. Walker will play on the opposite side of outstanding EDGE rusher Josh Allen and should see all 3 downs from day one. The Jaguars’ offense needs to get way better to put the defense in position to pin their ears back and go after the QB which might take a bit but when they do Allen and Walker are going to be hard for Offensive Lines to handle.
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