Question 1

Is Matt Crooks a reliable DEFCON asset in Fantasy Premier League?

Accepted Answer

There is no ambiguity in the data. earned the +2pt DEFCON bonus in 0 of 2 appearances this season, with a 0% hit rate on the +2pt DEFCON bonus. That defensive workload sits in the top tier for midfielders across the league and points to a repeatable +2pt DEFCON floor when the 12-action threshold is cleared. The sample is still small at 158 minutes, so treat the rate as a signal rather than a settled read. Managers with a DEFCON-focused blueprint should have this player near the top of the shortlist.

Question 2

How does Crooks rank among Fantasy Premier League midfielders for DEFCON?

Accepted Answer

Crooks ranks 24 of 118 eligible midfielders for DEFCON per 90 - the 81th 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 Crooks's raw defensive numbers look like this Fantasy Premier League season?

Accepted Answer

Crooks has racked up 15 combined clearances, blocks, interceptions and tackles across 158 minutes. That works out to 8.5 defensive actions per 90 minutes on average. The 12-plus threshold has been cleared in 0 of 2 appearances, converting to the +2pt DEFCON bonus each time. 158 minutes is a small sample - the raw figures are directional rather than definitive.

Question 4

Should I sign Matt Crooks for Gameweek 6 on DEFCON grounds?

Accepted Answer

On DEFCON grounds the case is strong. Matt Crooks is one of the most reliable midfielders in the league at 10.82 defensive contribution actions per 90 and has a 0% hit rate on the +2pt DEFCON bonus, and the Gameweek 6 fixture is at home to Everton, an FDR 3 matchup. That combination points to a strong Gameweek 6 floor before any attacking output is factored in.

Matt Crooks DEFCON Analysis: Fantasy Premier League Gameweek 6

Matt Crooks

Crooks's DEFCON case for Gameweek 6

Matt Crooks is one of the strongest DEFCON profiles in the league - does he fit your specific squad?