Question 1

Is Conor Gallagher 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 0 of 2 appearances this season That is a solid profile for a midfielder 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 128 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 Gallagher rank among Fantasy Premier League midfielders for DEFCON?

Accepted Answer

Gallagher ranks 30 of 118 eligible midfielders 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 Gallagher's raw defensive numbers look like this Fantasy Premier League season?

Accepted Answer

Gallagher has racked up 6 combined clearances, blocks, interceptions and tackles across 128 minutes. That works out to 4.2 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. 128 minutes is a small sample - the raw figures are directional rather than definitive.

Question 4

Should I sign Conor Gallagher for Gameweek 6 on DEFCON grounds?

Accepted Answer

The DEFCON case for Conor Gallagher is respectable at 9.84 defensive contribution actions per 90. The Gameweek 6 fixture is away at Man Utd, an FDR 4 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.

Conor Gallagher DEFCON Analysis: Fantasy Premier League Gameweek 6

Conor Gallagher

Gallagher's DEFCON case for Gameweek 6

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