Question 1

Is Joachim Andersen a reliable DEFCON asset in Fantasy Premier League?

Accepted Answer

The DEFCON return is real but modest. earned the +2pt DEFCON bonus in 0 of 2 appearances this season. Joachim Andersen averages 7.50 defensive contribution actions per 90 minutes across 180 minutes played (15 total actions this season). That is a moderate workload rather than an elite one - DEFCON can land, but it should be treated as a bonus rather than a bankable weekly return. The sample is still small at 180 minutes, so treat the rate as a signal rather than a settled read. The rate needs to firm up before this player deserves priority on DEFCON grounds alone.

Question 2

How does Andersen rank among Fantasy Premier League defenders for DEFCON?

Accepted Answer

Andersen ranks 54 of 109 eligible defenders for DEFCON per 90 - the 51th percentile at their position. That places them below the level where DEFCON should be a leading reason to own them. Attacking output, price, and fixtures need to carry more of the weight in the buying case.

Question 3

What do Andersen's raw defensive numbers look like this Fantasy Premier League season?

Accepted Answer

Andersen has racked up 15 combined clearances, blocks, interceptions and tackles across 180 minutes. That works out to 7.5 defensive actions per 90 minutes on average. The 10-plus threshold has been cleared in 0 of 2 appearances, converting to the +2pt DEFCON bonus each time. 180 minutes is a small sample - the raw figures are directional rather than definitive.

Question 4

Should I sign Joachim Andersen for Gameweek 6 on DEFCON grounds?

Accepted Answer

Joachim Andersen's defensive workload of 7.50 actions per 90 is moderate rather than elite. The Gameweek 6 fixture is away at Ipswich Town, an FDR 2 matchup. A transfer on defensive contributions alone is hard to justify at this profile - lean on the fixture, price, or attacking output as the primary case and treat DEFCON as an occasional bonus.

Joachim Andersen DEFCON Analysis: Fantasy Premier League Gameweek 6

Joachim Andersen

Andersen's DEFCON case for Gameweek 6

Joachim Andersen's DEFCON return is moderate - is he still the right pick for your squad this week?