Question 1

Is Kevin Schade a reliable DEFCON asset in Fantasy Premier League?

Accepted Answer

The DEFCON return is real but modest. earned the +2pt DEFCON bonus in 0 of 5 appearances this season. Kevin Schade averages 6.85 defensive contribution actions per 90 minutes across 447 minutes played (34 total actions this season). That is a moderate workload rather than an elite one - DEFCON can land, but it should be treated as a bonus rather than a bankable weekly return. The sample is still small at 447 minutes, so treat the rate as a signal rather than a settled read. The rate needs to firm up before this player deserves priority on DEFCON grounds alone.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Schade ranks 74 of 118 eligible midfielders for DEFCON per 90 - the 38th 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 Schade's raw defensive numbers look like this Fantasy Premier League season?

Accepted Answer

Schade has racked up 13 combined clearances, blocks, interceptions and tackles across 447 minutes. That works out to 2.6 defensive actions per 90 minutes on average. The 12-plus threshold has been cleared in 0 of 5 appearances, converting to the +2pt DEFCON bonus each time. 447 minutes is a small sample - the raw figures are directional rather than definitive.

Question 4

Should I sign Kevin Schade for Gameweek 6 on DEFCON grounds?

Accepted Answer

Kevin Schade's defensive workload of 6.85 actions per 90 is moderate rather than elite. The Gameweek 6 fixture is away at Aston Villa, an FDR 4 matchup. A transfer on defensive contributions alone is hard to justify at this profile - lean on the fixture, price, or attacking output as the primary case and treat DEFCON as an occasional bonus.

Kevin Schade DEFCON Analysis: Fantasy Premier League Gameweek 6

Kevin Schade

Schade's DEFCON case for Gameweek 6

Kevin Schade's DEFCON return is moderate - is he still the right pick for your squad this week?