The Baltimore Ravens defense had a bounce-back performance in Week 5 as they recorded three sacks and an interception on Joe Burrow in the 19-17 win. Patrick Queen recorded the interception, while Marcus Peters, Josh Bynes, and newly-signed Jason Pierre-Paul recorded the sacks. They draw a good matchup in Week 6 with the Giants, who have a depleted wide receiver core and banged-up quarterback heading into their matchup.

Baltimore Ravens linebacker Josh Bynes has agreed to a one-year deal with the organization. The veteran linebacker is currently in the middle of his third stint with Baltimore. Last season, Bynes recorded 76 tackles, two sacks, and four passes defended in 14 games. He isn't a flashy player, but someone who can play all three downs and slow down the rushing attack. The details of the deal haven't been announced, but this is a solid under-the-radar move by the Ravens.

The Arizona Cardinals placed linebacker Josh Bynes (thumb) on Injured Reserve on Monday, ending his season. Bynes was one of the few bright spots for the Cardinals this year after recording 75 tackles and two sacks on the season. His loss further weakens an already poor overall defense to close out the season.

Welcome to another edition of the Dynasty Dime Package as we look at more second-year Individual Defensive Player (IDP) prospects and what the future may hold for them from a fantasy standpoint. There is an air of electricity as free agency has opened (officially) and teams are enjoying the unexpected extra cap space to raid the market. ‘Dream teams' are being put together piece by expensive piece. Of course, that doesn't always translate into success on the field. Just ask the Philadelphia Eagles of a couple years ago. Sorry, it was just too easy, Eagles fans. What does translate into IDP dynasty fantasy success is hitting it big with early-round selections (hey, I believe that works in the NFL, too) and having the patience to ride out a rocky beginning to a young man's career. The two names that we will look at are prime examples of player's that were expected to fire out of the gate and be fantasy relevant immediately. Well, according to an aptitude test I took in ninth grade, I was supposed to be a doctor. Hey, it happens. Let's get to it... Arthur Brown, ILB, Baltimore I'm guessing that just reading this young man's name has the blood of many an IDP owner boiling. There was no more hyped IDP rookie prospect than the second-round selection out of Kansas State (via the University of Miami) heading into the 2013 season. The stars were aligned for Brown to have an excellent season and to possibly vie for Defensive Rookie of the Year while posting great fantasy numbers. Ray Lewis had just retired and it appeared that Brown would step right into a starting inside linebacker position for Baltimore after racking up more than 200 tackles during his final two years in college. It also appeared at one time that the world was flat. Not as flat as the rookie season that Brown would have as it turns out. After being drafted in the top 10 of many redraft and dynasty leagues, Brown would finish the year with 15 total tackles. Yes, you read that right -- 15 total tackles. Brown was relegated to purely a reserve role and ended the season having played only 211 snaps. His best game came in Week 14 when he put up three solo tackles and forced a fumble in a win against Minnesota. He forced an Adrian Peterson fumble but the ball went out of bounds. In that game, Brown played 11 snaps. Yeah, redraft owners had given up on him way before that (and should have) while dynasty owners were cursing every ‘expert' who had predicted high-level production for Brown (...

Welcome to Week 3 of the '53 Deep' Individual Defensive Player (IDP) sleepers article. Through two weeks we can safely assume one thing in the IDP world ... ASSUME nothing! After playing more than 60 snaps and posting double-digit tackles in Week 1, San Diego linebacker Bront Bird played six snaps in Week 2. Yes, six snaps. There is neither rhyme nor reason to why things happen in IDP leagues (other than, hey it's the Chargers), and as confounding as it can be, it is honestly one of the reasons I love IDP formats. It's also why I love writing this column each and every week because it is akin to Rocky Balboa chasing that chicken in preparation for his rematch with Apollo Creed. The IDP landscape is tricky and constantly shifting and it is so satisfying when we catch ahold of that sweet sleeper choice that propels a team to victory. With that in mind ... LINEBACKERS Joplo Bartu, OLB, ATLANTA at Miami: Bartu saw 63 snaps last week due to the injury suffered by Sean Weatherspoon and finished with six solo tackles as well as a quarterback hurry. Do not sweat the signings of Omar Gaither and Jamar Chaney as they are depth players and Bartu is going to play three downs for the Falcons this week. Miami is a top-five opponent in allowing points to the linebacker position, so Bartu could not fall into a better fantasy situation. He's athletic, and, in watching his performance last week and in the preseason, seems to have a nose for the football. Grab him and insert as a starter right away. Geno Hayes, SLB, JACKSONVILLE at Seattle: Surprisingly, Hayes has played every defensive snap for the Jaguars through two weeks. He's amassed 14 total tackles (11 solos) and defended a pass. This week should be an excellent one for all the Jacksonville fantasy linebacker options and Hayes will get his share. Seattle will pound the ball early with Marshawn Lynch and then most likely late as they sit on a big lead with Robert Turbin. That means a big day tackle wise for Hayes as a three down linebacker. Demario Davis, ILB, NEW YORK JETS vs. Buffalo: Davis finally has been given his chance to be an every down player for the Jets and has responded with 14 total tackles through two games. The Bills will look to get C.J. Spiller on track early in this game and that will give Davis plenty of tackle opportunities. Davis has also been credited with four quarterback hurries this season and there is the chance that he gets a sack this week. Big play numbers could help vault him...