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Hayden Hackney - Earns rotational spot Hackney has started in one of his five appearances to open up the season.

Impact Hackney looked to be in for a solid role this season after starting the season opener, but has only seen a drop in minutes since then, earning less and less time as each match passes. He would only come on for a minute in his last appearances, although he did have an assist in one of his appearances from the bench. He does remain a bench option for the club, unlikely to be rostered now, but a potential waiver option if injuries occur in the midfield for the Toffees.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jake O'Brien - Providing defensive depth O'Brien has played just 16 minutes across two Premier League appearances this season, while completing 90 minutes in the Carabao Cup.

Impact O'Brien has been limited to a reserve role, with James Tarkowski and Jarrad Branthwaite firmly ahead of him in the central defensive hierarchy. He can also provide cover at right-back, though Ainsley Maitland-Niles is preferred in that position, further restricting his path to regular minutes. O'Brien has at least remained match-ready during the international break, playing the full 90 minutes for Ireland against Kosovo.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Carlos Alcaraz - Seeing minimal playing time Alcaraz has played just 27 minutes across all competitions this season, scoring once in the Carabao Cup against Wolves.

Impact Alcaraz has been limited to a peripheral role in both Premier League and cup competition, with nearly all of his opportunities coming from the bench. He remains well down the pecking order both on the wing and in attacking midfield, leaving him with a difficult path to regular minutes. His Carabao Cup goal showed he can contribute in limited action, but he will likely remain dependent on rotation or absences for increased opportunities.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Tyrique George - Losing starting role George came off the bench and played 11 minutes in the Sept. 19 win over Ipswich Town.

Impact Geroge started in Everton's first four matches of the 2026/27 Premier League campaign, but he seems to have lost his starting role to Jack Grealish. George could be a valuable attacking option off the bench for the Toffees, but as long as he continues to have that secondary role, his fantasy appeal will be close to minimal.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Michael Keane - Yet to play in EPL Keane has not yet played in the 2026/27 EPL season.

Impact Despite being healthy and an option at center-back, Keane has yet to record a single minute for Everton in the Premier League. Manager David Moyes has chosen to start Jarrad Branthwaite and James Tarkowski, relegating Keane to EFL Cup action only. As long as Tarkowski and Branthwaite remain healthy, Keane isn't expected to see minutes anytime soon.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Mark Travers - Limited to backup role Travers has yet to play a minute for Everton across all competitions this season.

Impact Travers remains firmly behind Jordan Pickford in Everton's goalkeeping hierarchy, with the England international continuing as the undisputed first choice. Opportunities have been particularly limited for Travers with Pickford also retaining his place in Carabao Cup matches, leaving few obvious routes to playing time. Barring an injury or absence for Pickford, Travers is likely to remain restricted to a backup role for much of the season.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

James Garner - Earns England call-up Garner has been called up by England for the upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures following several withdrawals from the squad.

Impact Garner earns his place in the England squad after a series of consistent performances for Everton to start the season. The midfielder has yet to record a goal contribution across five Premier League appearances, but his work rate and involvement in all phases of play have made him an important part of Everton's midfield. Garner's set-piece delivery also adds another dimension to his role, with his sustained form now earning him an opportunity at international level.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Jarrad Branthwaite - Crucial defensively in 1-0 win Branthwaite recorded 10 clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Ipswich Town.

Impact Branthwaite had a massive defensive influence as Everton would win 1-0 against Ipswich. He made 10 clearances, two interceptions and two blocks to help his side to their third clean sheet of the season. He made a crucial intervention in the final moments of the game as he stopped an Ipswich attacker just as he was about to gather the ball and shoot.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Jack Grealish - Makes first start since rejoining Everton Grealish had two crosses (zero accurate) and five chances created in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Ipswich Town.

Impact Grealish made his first start since rejoining Everton. He had played 20 games for Everton last season when he also went on loan at the club, starting 18 times. In this time he scored two and assisted six times before he picked up a season ending injury. He created a huge five chances in this game, but was unable to get an assist.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Ainsley Maitland-Niles - Two crosses in 1-0 win Maitland-Niles registered two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Ipswich Town.

Impact Maitland-Niles attempted two crosses as Everton defeated Ipswich 1-0. This was his third game for Everton this season with this being his second start at right-back in a row. This was the first time he has played this season that he hasn't taken a shot. He did create two chances in this game, his most of the season so far.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Brennan Johnson - Couldn't find the back of the net Johnson had two shots (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Ipswich Town.

Impact Johnson took two shots, but was unable to find the back of the net. He had a brilliant chance early in the game assisted by Harrison Armstrong, but he put the chance wide. This was his third start in a row and he is still waiting on his first goal since joining Everton and this is the first start that he hasn't created a chance for the club. He pressed from the front winning all three of his tackles.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

James Garner - Five crosses in 1-0 Garner generated two shots (zero on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-0 win over Ipswich Town.

Impact Garner was able to play 90 minutes for the second game in a row as he continues to get back to full fitness. He has now joined Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall as the main set piece taker from the team. His two corners in this game were part of his five crosses. He was unable to complete any of the crosses he attempted and created one chance. The midfielder took two shots, bringing him to three in total, all of which have come in the last two games.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Harrison Armstrong - Continues to impress in 1-0 win Armstrong generated two shots (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Ipswich Town. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 96th minute.

Impact Armstrong was able to play a full 90 minutes despite being an injury doubt before the game. He took two shots in the game and created two chances in the game. He created a fantastic early chance in the game for Brennan Johnson who shoulkd have done better with the chance. The midfielder also won both of his tackles in the game although did get booked late in the game as his side tried to hold on to a 1-0 lead.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Tyler Dibling - Impactful from the bench Dibling recorded three shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Ipswich Town.

Impact Dibling came from the bench with 24 minutes to go to try and help Everton secure the win over Ipswich. He took three shots and created two chances in his first Premier League minutes for the season. He put in a brilliant cross for Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall but the midfielder wasn't able to head it on target. Of Dibling's three shots, he was able to put one on target.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall - Six off-target shots in 1-0 win Dewsbury-Hall generated six shots (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Ipswich Town.

Impact Dewsbury-Hall was unable to find the target with his six shots as Everton defeated Ispwich 1-0. One of these chances, he should have done better with a headed effort from the edge of the six-yard box. He also created two chances in the game, making it four of the five games that he has created at least two chances in a game this season.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

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James Tarkowski - Assists only goal in 1-0 win Tarkowski assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 win against Ipswich Town.

Impact Tarkowski found a fortunate assist as his shot which appeared as if it was heading wide was turned in by Thierno Barry using his body. The assist came from his only shot in the game, making it four games from give this season that he has had a shot, although he has only put one on target. The defender made seven clearances and four interceptions as he also helped his team to a 1-0 win.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Jordan Pickford - Four saves in 1-0 win Pickford registered four saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Ipswich Town.

Impact Pickford kept his third clean sheet of the season making four saves int eh game that kept Everton undefeated for the season. This was also the third game that he has made four saves and the second game with four saves that he has kept a clean sheet. One save from Abdul Fatawu was particularly impressive as the ball was flying into the far corner.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Thierno Barry - Finds back of net in win Barry scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Ipswich Town.

Impact Barry scored what could only be described as one of the luckiest goals in the current EPL season, as he stood in the way of a shot from James Tarkowski and deflected it with his chest, making Christian Walton's diving attempt useless. This was Barry's second goal of the current EPL season, and given that he's started every game so far, his role in the XI looks set in stone. In those five starts, Barry has two goals, 17 shots (five on target) and five chances created, so he's been quite active. He also has multiple shots taken in each of his five contests.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

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Harrison Armstrong - In starting squad Armstrong (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Ipswich Town.

Impact Armstrong passed his late fitness assessment after coach David Moyes expressed confidence he would be available following the minor training setback that had kept him out of the recent Cup match against Wolverhampton. The midfielder's return to the starting lineup restores Everton's preferred central zone pairing.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Merlin Rohl - Targets return after international break Rohl (undisclosed) remains out and will hope to return fit by the end of the international break, according to coach David Moyes. "Merlin's not available yet. Hopefully he'll be re...

Impact Rohl had already missed both the draw with Tottenham and the EFL Cup match against Wolverhampton, with Ainsley Maitland-Niles having filled in at right back during his absence. This update now confirms he will also miss Saturday's match against Ipswich Town, with the international break offering the next realistic target to work on his return and be fit for the clash against Hull City on Oct. 11.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Harrison Armstrong - Should be available Armstrong (undisclosed) is still waiting to see how he feels but he should be available for Saturday's clash against Ipswich Town, according to coach David Moyes. "We're still wait...

Impact Armstrong had been unavailable for the recent Cup match against Wolverhampton after a minor training setback, an issue assistant coach Alan Irvine had already downplayed as not serious. His anticipated return would keep him alongside James Garner in the central zone, having been heavily involved so far this season, averaging 25.0 accurate passes, 4.2 ball recoveries and 1.5 tackles per game.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Tyler Dibling - Strong outing in EFL Cup Dibling provided an assist in Wednesday's EFL Cup win over Wolverhampton and drew praise from Everton assistant manager Alan Irvine, who stated that "he looks like he belongs here...

Impact Dibling made a positive impression and could strengthen his case for more involvement going forward. It was the winger's second start in cup action following his exclusion from league contests, and he impressed through offensive play generation. That is a noteworthy development for a young attacking option competing for minutes. Still, he's facing tough competition with Brennan Johnson currently favored on the right flank.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Harrison Armstrong - Sits with minor injury Armstrong was not ready to play Wednesday against Wolverhampton after picking up a minor injury in training, and Everton assistant coach Alan Irvine said Wednesday that "He got a l...

Impact This update suggests Armstrong's issue is not considered serious, though he was unavailable Wednesday after the training setback. His status for the weekend clash against Ipswich appears to be the next key availability marker, with his progress likely to be assessed day-to-day. The young midfielder has been heavily involved in the early stage of the season, averaging 25.0 accurate passes, 4.2 ball recoveries and 1.5 tackles per game in Premier League. Hayden Hackney featured in the cup match and could be next in line to join James Garner in the central zone if Armstrong requires further rest.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

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