Only two teams on bye this week, making IDP waivers easier. Last week’s top add, Devin Lloyd delivered a 99-yard pick-six on MNF—trust the picks!
Week 6 offers a prime window for IDP managers to reload with high-impact waiver adds, especially with top-tier defenders like Danielle Hunter, Jalen Pitre, Will Anderson Jr., Isaiah Rodgers, Ivan Pace Jr., and Joshua Metellus all on bye. These absences leave major holes in pass rush, tackle volume, and secondary production—making this week’s waiver wire especially valuable for finding plug-and-play replacements. Whether you’re chasing sacks, coverage stats, or reliable tackle floors, there’s no shortage of upside options ready to step in and deliver. Let’s dive into the top pickups who can keep your roster rolling.
Defensive Line
Nick Herbig — EDGE, Steelers (9% rostered)
Nick Herbig is a rising IDP waiver gem for Week 6, especially in big-play formats. Since joining Pittsburgh’s lineup on September 21, he’s logged 83% of snaps—up from just 17% in 2023—and delivered 2.5 sacks, seven QB hits, seven tackles, and a pick-six. His hybrid EDGE/OLB role fuels splash-play upside, and his pressure rate (20 on 178 snaps) points to continued disruption. With a favorable matchup vs Cleveland’s shaky OL, Herbig is a versatile, high-upside LB add.
Jeffery Simmons — DL, Titans (8% rostered)
Jeffery Simmons is a top DT add this week, combining disruption with consistency. He’s posted 3.5 sacks, 22 tackles, and nine QB hits through five games while playing 87% of snaps—his highest rate yet. With run-heavy matchups ahead (Vegas, New England, Indy, Chargers), Simmons offers a steady tackle floor and big-play upside. Tennessee’s interior pressure scheme keeps him active, making him a reliable DL2 with ceiling.
Josh Sweat — EDGE, Cardinals (9% rostered)
Josh Sweat is the quintessential boom-or-bust EDGE rusher who’s been booming more than busting in 2025. After a quiet Week 1 against the Saints (0 sacks, 1 tackle), he’s erupted for 5.0 sacks over the last four games, including a two-sack outing against Tennessee. Despite a modest 52% snap share with Arizona—his lowest since 2020—Sweat’s pass-rush efficiency remains elite, logging seven QB hits and six TFLs in just 186 snaps. His burst off the edge and ability to convert pressure into production make him a volatile but high-upside DL2 in big-play formats. If you’re chasing sacks and can stomach the occasional dud, Sweat’s ceiling is worth the gamble.
Linebacker
Troy Dye — LB, Chargers (2% rostered)
Troy Dye is emerging as a solid Week 6 IDP waiver add, thanks to a major jump in usage—73% snap share in 2025, up from just 29% last year. With Denzel Perryman out, Dye has stepped into a full-time role, posting 36 tackles, three TFLs, and a sack through five games. His steady production and secure role make him a reliable LB3 in tackle-heavy formats and a smart depth piece during bye weeks.
Kenneth Murray — LB, Cowboys (10% rostered)
Kenneth Murray isn’t just filling a role in Dallas—he’s becoming the heartbeat of their defense and one of the safest lifelines in IDP formats. Since arriving from Tennessee in March, the former first-rounder has been on the field for nearly every snap (99%), showing the Cowboys trust him as their every-down anchor. The box score may not scream “flashy” yet—35 tackles, two TFLs, one QB hit—but the reliability is gold. Week after week, he’s there, cleaning up plays, never disappearing when you need him most.
With run-heavy matchups against Carolina, Washington, Denver, and Arizona on deck, Murray is the kind of steady rock you can lean on through bye weeks and injuries. He won’t give you fireworks, but he’ll give you peace of mind—and sometimes, that’s exactly what wins championships.
Christian Rozeboom — LB, Panthers (7% rostered)
Christian Rozeboom is back on our waiver list for the second time this season—and for good reason. He continues to be one of the most under-rostered linebackers relative to his impact on the field. Through five games with Carolina, Rozeboom has logged a 94% defensive snap share—up from 74% last year and just 49% in 2023—and has already piled up 37 tackles (20 solo) with steady production in four of five contests. He’s proving himself as a true every-down anchor, yet fantasy managers still haven’t caught up to his value.
Looking ahead, Rozeboom’s schedule is tailor-made for tackle volume: Dallas, the Jets, Green Bay, New Orleans, Atlanta, and even a revenge game against the Rams all set him up for success, with only Buffalo in Week 8 posing a real challenge. That means he could realistically deliver top-20 LB output all the way through Carolina’s Week 13 bye. If you missed him the first time, don’t make the same mistake twice—Rozeboom should be a priority add.
Defensive Backs
Jalen Pitre — CB, Texans (8% rostered)
Jalen Pitre has solidified himself as one of the premier DB options in IDP formats this season. With C.J. Gardner-Johnson’s abrupt exit from Houston’s secondary, Pitre has stepped into a full-time chaos-creator role, logging an 80% snap share through five games and already racking up 3 interceptions, 5 pass deflections, and 22 tackles (18 solo). His instincts and ball-hawking ability have been on full display, including a two-pick performance against Baltimore in Week 5. While he’s on bye this week, Pitre’s upside and consistency make him a must-roster asset—especially with his bye now behind him. If he’s still floating on waivers, scoop him up and ride this playmaker into the fantasy playoffs.
Marques Sigle — S, 49ers (2% rostered)
Marques Sigle is back on the radar—and for good reason. The rookie strong safety has played 100% of San Francisco’s defensive snaps through five games, a rare feat for a first-year DB. He’s currently ranked 16th among defensive backs in standard IDP scoring, and his tackle production is trending upward each week: 5, 6, 7, 8, and a team-high 13 tackles in Week 5. Sigle’s instincts and downhill aggression are translating into consistent box score impact, and with his role locked in, he’s a must-hold in deeper formats and a sneaky starter in tackle-heavy leagues. If you missed him the first time, don’t make the same mistake twice.
Kool-Aid McKinstry — CB, Saints (2% rostered)
Oh yeah! Hey! Kool-Aid McKinstry is making noise in the Saints’ secondary this season. The former Alabama standout has played 94% of defensive snaps through five games and already snagged 2 interceptions—including a two-pick performance in Week 5 against the Giants. His coverage metrics are solid, too: allowing just 8.8 yards per target with a 64% completion rate. If you’re in a CB-required IDP league, he’s a sneaky add with upside as a playmaker and a growing role in New Orleans’ defense.
Here’s a quick comparison of Kool-Aid McKinstry to other DB waiver options this week:
| Player | Snap % (2025) | Key Stats (2025) | Role/Trend | Waiver Appeal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kool-Aid McKinstry | 94% | 2 INT, 4 PD, 20 tackles (17 solo) | Full-time CB, ascending ballhawk | High-upside CB streamer |
| Jalen Pitre | 80% | 3 INT, 5 PD, 22 tackles | SS with playmaking instincts | Must-roster post-bye |
| Marques Sigle | 100% | 42 tackles, trending upward weekly | Rookie SS, tackle-heavy role | Consistent floor, rising value |
McKinstry’s two-pick Week 5 performance puts him on the radar as a boom-week CB option, especially in leagues that reward pass deflections and INTs. If you’re choosing between DBs, Pitre and Sigle offer steadier tackle floors, but Kool-Aid brings splash-play upside and a locked-in role in New Orleans’ secondary.
