Question 1

Who has the stronger DEFCON rate: Muharemović or Branthwaite?

Accepted Answer

Muharemović is the stronger DEFCON profile at 12.22 actions per 90 against 10.80 for Branthwaite - a gap of 1.42 per 90. Over a 38-match season that difference works out to roughly 54 extra defensive contribution actions before any attacking upside is factored in.

Question 2

How do the raw defensive workloads of Muharemović and Branthwaite compare?

Accepted Answer

Muharemović has logged 55 combined clearances, blocks, interceptions and tackles across 405 minutes (12.2 per 90). Branthwaite has logged 54 across 450 minutes (10.8 per 90). Muharemović earned the +2pt DEFCON bonus in 3 of 5 appearances this season; Branthwaite earned the +2pt DEFCON bonus in 3 of 5 appearances this season. Higher raw counts reflect a higher defensive workload; higher per-90 rates reflect efficiency at sustaining that workload.

Question 3

Does the Gameweek 6 fixture change the DEFCON case?

Accepted Answer

Muharemović is away at Arsenal (FDR 5) and Branthwaite is away at Hull City (FDR 2) in Gameweek 6. DEFCON output is action-based rather than result-based, so a tough fixture does not shrink the base rate the way it might reduce a clean sheet probability. That said, both players are more likely to see defensive volume in tougher matches - the DEFCON case can actually be marginally stronger against stronger opposition.

Question 4

Which defender should I pick for Gameweek 6 on DEFCON grounds?

Accepted Answer

Muharemović has the DEFCON edge at 12.22 per 90 versus 10.80. That advantage costs £0.5m if Muharemović is dearer - work out whether the edge is worth the outlay in your specific squad. On DEFCON grounds alone Muharemović is the better profile, but £0.5m spent elsewhere may return more depending on where you are stretched.

Tarik Muharemović vs Jarrad Branthwaite DEFCON: Fantasy Premier League Gameweek 6

Tarik Muharemović vs Jarrad Branthwaite: DEFCON Analysis

Muharemović vs Branthwaite Gameweek 6

Muharemović has the better DEFCON rate and is £0.5m cheaper - is it a no-brainer for your squad?