Question 1

Is Nico Elvedi a reliable DEFCON asset in Fantasy Premier League?

Accepted Answer

Look past the raw total and the per-90 rate holds up. earned the +2pt DEFCON bonus in 1 of 3 appearances this season That is a solid profile for a defender in this bracket - not the very top of the league, but comfortably above the level where DEFCON becomes a meaningful part of a player's weekly ceiling. The sample is still small at 236 minutes, so treat the rate as a signal rather than a settled read. The rate makes them a sensible pick even before you factor in attacking upside.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Elvedi ranks 28 of 109 eligible defenders for DEFCON per 90 - the 75th 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 Elvedi's raw defensive numbers look like this Fantasy Premier League season?

Accepted Answer

Elvedi has racked up 25 combined clearances, blocks, interceptions and tackles across 236 minutes. That works out to 9.5 defensive actions per 90 minutes on average. The 10-plus threshold has been cleared in 1 of 3 appearances, converting to the +2pt DEFCON bonus each time. 236 minutes is a small sample - the raw figures are directional rather than definitive.

Question 4

Should I sign Nico Elvedi for Gameweek 6 on DEFCON grounds?

Accepted Answer

The DEFCON case for Nico Elvedi is respectable at 9.53 defensive contribution actions per 90. The Gameweek 6 fixture is away at Arsenal, an FDR 5 matchup. That is a sensible profile to bring in if you have space at the price point and want to lock in a baseline of defensive contributions, though it should sit alongside a stronger attacking or fixture reason rather than being the sole trigger.

Nico Elvedi DEFCON Analysis: Fantasy Premier League Gameweek 6

Nico Elvedi

Elvedi's DEFCON case for Gameweek 6

Nico Elvedi offers a solid DEFCON floor - would he actually fit your squad in Gameweek 6?