Question 1

Is Ian Maatsen a reliable DEFCON asset in Fantasy Premier League?

Accepted Answer

The number is not the reason to bring this player in. earned the +2pt DEFCON bonus in 0 of 4 appearances this season. Ian Maatsen averages 6.45 defensive contribution actions per 90 minutes across 335 minutes played (24 total actions this season). That places Ian Maatsen below the level where DEFCON becomes a genuinely bankable weekly return, so any manager signing them should be doing so for attacking output or fixture reasons rather than defensive contributions. The sample is still small at 335 minutes, so treat the rate as a signal rather than a settled read. The DEFCON return is not why you would sign this player - it is a bonus if it comes.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Maatsen ranks 65 of 109 eligible defenders for DEFCON per 90 - the 41th 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 Maatsen's raw defensive numbers look like this Fantasy Premier League season?

Accepted Answer

Maatsen has racked up 24 combined clearances, blocks, interceptions and tackles across 335 minutes. That works out to 6.4 defensive actions per 90 minutes on average. The 10-plus threshold has been cleared in 0 of 4 appearances, converting to the +2pt DEFCON bonus each time. 335 minutes is a small sample - the raw figures are directional rather than definitive.

Question 4

Should I sign Ian Maatsen for Gameweek 6 on DEFCON grounds?

Accepted Answer

Ian Maatsen has an availability flag with a 0% chance of playing next round. Wait for confirmation before committing a transfer - DEFCON reliability means nothing if the player does not start. The Gameweek 6 fixture is at home to Brentford, an FDR 3 matchup.

Ian Maatsen DEFCON Analysis: Fantasy Premier League Gameweek 6

Ian Maatsen

Maatsen's DEFCON case for Gameweek 6

Ian Maatsen's DEFCON case is thin - is there a better DEFCON option for your squad in Gameweek 6?