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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.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Sees role diminish this season O'Brien has not played a single minute since the opening of the season, a stark contrast to his role last campaign when he made 35 starts.

Impact O'Brien's role at Everton has shrunk dramatically after a campaign in which he made 35 starts. Merlin Rohl is the man in possession of the right back slot and O'Brien has been left watching on without a minute to his name, even when Rohl has been taken off. His versatility allows him to shift inside to centre back, though James Tarkowski and Jarrad Branthwaite hold the starting spots there and Michael Keane is the first name called upon in reserve, so the way back could be a long one.

SEPTEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Nets first goal of season O'Brien scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Monday's 3-3 draw versus Manchester City. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 86th minute.

Impact O'Brien had a major moment Monday as he gave Everton the lead before their eventual draw, bagging a headed goal in the 73rd minute. This comes as his first goal of the season, and only his second goal contribution. He also recorded one interception, two tackles and three clearances in the defense.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 4 • Associated Press

Standout defensive performance O'Brien recorded 12 clearances in Saturday's 2-0 loss versus Arsenal.

Impact O'Brien led the Everton defensive effort Saturday with 12 clearances as they conceded twice late in the second half of their 2-0 defeat at Arsenal. The 12 clearances mark a season-high for the central defender and just the second time over 29 appearances (27 starts) in which he's recorded double-digit clearances. Since returning from a one-match ban due to a red card, O'Brien has played three successive 90-minute shifts.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Available after ban O'Brien has served his Premier League suspension in Monday's match against Manchester United and is in back contention for future games.

Impact O'Brien made 15 consecutive starts prior to his suspension, so he may bounce back to a right-back spot after midfielder James Garner was deployed in that position against the Red Devils. The defender was a bit far from his best form in his most recent performances, but he could be relied on for his season averages of 4.0 clearances and 1.5 tackles per game.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Tuesday O'Brien received a red card during Tuesday's match against Bournemouth.

Impact O'Brien left his side with 10 men after committing a foul in the second half of the game. This event forces the right-back to serve a three-game ban, forcing a change in the usual lineup, with Nathan Patterson available as a direct replacement option. O'Brien had started in 14 consecutive games before his red card, and he even contributed one assist in that span.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Eight clearances in win O'Brien registered one tackle (one won), eight clearances and one interception in Sunday's 1-0 win over Aston Villa.

Impact O'Brien had a decent defensive outing against Aston Villa on Sunday, handling heavy second half defending as the Villains increased the tempo. He was directly involved in several key sequences, as he stayed disciplined in the box when Villa targeted the far post, highlighted by a total of eight clearances during his shift. O'Brien also recorded a season high two blocks and added one tackle and one interception to help Everton secure their ninth clean sheet of the season.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

10 clearances in central role O'Brien registered two tackles (one won) and 10 clearances in Tuesday's 2-0 victory against Nottingham Forest.

Impact With Michael Keane (undisclosed) sidelined, O'Brien moved from his usual right-back role to the central position and recorded a season-high 10 clearances, along with two tackles and one block. This is the second time he has filled in at center-back, and he has kept clean sheets in both appearances while totaling two tackles, one block and 18 clearances. Offensively, he attempted one shot and created two chances, all in his first game.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in win O'Brien assisted once to go with two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 victory versus Nottingham Forest. In addition, he was given a yellow card in t...

Impact O'Brien started at right-back, shifted from his recent centre-back role after the return from injury of Michael Keane, and delivered a steady defensive performance in Everton's backline. He contributed going forward from set pieces, most notably on the third goal when he reacted first to Matz Sels' glancing punch from a corner and knocked the ball back into Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall's path for the 80th-minute final goal, being also his first assist of the season in the Premier League. Off the ball he tracked runners diligently and helped protect the flank as Forest pushed more bodies forward. O'Brien has created three chances in the last two games while he created three chances in the first 13 games of the season in the Premier League, a new aspect of his game that could be a nice addition for the Toffees.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 14, 2025 • SKY.COM

Plays every minute O'Brien played every minute during Tuesday's 2-0 loss to Wolves in the Carabao Cup.

Impact O'Brien has been an iron man through the opening stages of the season, playing every minute in every competition. He's been a big part of the team throughout making the right-back job his own. O'Brien didn't have a great day against Wolves on Tuesday, but should be back in the starting XI next time out against West Ham.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs eight clearances in win O'Brien made two tackles (one won) and eight clearances while helping his side to keep a clean sheet during Sunday's 1-0 win over Newcastle.

Impact O'Brien had another impressive performance at the heart of the defense to finish the year in style. The center-back barely played during the first half of the campaign but then started in 17 of his team's last 19 matches as either a right-back or a center-back, racking up two goals, 22 tackles, 89 clearances and five clean sheets during this stretch, consolidating himself as a key member of the squad for the future.

MAY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Southampton O'Brien (undisclosed) is getting the nod for Sunday's game versus Southampton.

Impact O'Brien is returning from a one-game absence and reclaiming his usual spot in the back. He has recorded 15 clearances in his last five showings, adding seven tackles (five won), one interception and one block and contributing to one clean sheet.

MAY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Saints O'Brien (undisclosed) is fit for Sunday's clash with Southampton, according to manager David Moyes.

Impact O'Brien is fit and ready to go for Sunday's clash after missing out against Fulham. The defender didn't suffer a serious concern and is straight back in the team. O'Brien has been a consistent starter in recent months and should be straight back in the starting XI to end the campaign.

MAY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday O'Brien is out for Saturday's match against Fulham, accoridng to manager David Moyes. "We've been missing Tarky for a week or two, but Jake has an injury as well, so that's made us...

Impact O'Brien is not on the team sheet for Saturday, as the defender is a late absentee due to an injury. This is forcing a change, with Michael Keane taking his spot. He will hope to recover quickly with only two games in the season remaining.

MAY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

New best output O'Brien scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), seven crosses (three accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus West Ham United.

Impact For the first time with Everton, O'Brien logged more than two chances created and two accurate crosses in a Premier League game. Not only that, he also logged another goal, giving him two scored (on three shots on target) across Everton's last three games.

MARCH 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first goal of season O'Brien tallied the equalizing goal in Everton's 1-1 draw with Brentford Wednesday.

Impact The defender scored his first goal of the season on his lone shot, providing Everton with a crucial point. He also added three tackles. O'Brien should be heavily involved on both sides of the ball next Saturday against Wolverhampton, who are near the relegation zone.

FEBRUARY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively against Brighton O'Brien registered four tackles (four won), 10 clearances and one interception in Saturday's 1-0 win against Brighton. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 100th minute.

Impact O'Brien hasn't been a regular starter this season but has started three of the last four matches across all competitions, contributing significantly on defense. Against Brighton, he recorded four tackles, winning all of them, and 10 clearances, both of which are season highs for him. He also helped secure two clean sheets in the three matches he started. This strong form could earn him increased playing time. His next opportunity to feature comes against Leicester on Saturday.

JANUARY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Yet to feature O'Brien made just a single appearance off the bench before the October international break.

Impact O'Brien has struggled for any sort of minutes since making the switch to Everton. The defender clearly hasn't been included in manager Sean Dyche's plans at least in the short-term. O'Brien could see a larger role if Jarrad Branthwaite departs, as has been long-rumored.

OCTOBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Everton O'Brien has completed a transfer to Everton from Lyon, according to his new club.

Impact O'Brien has finally made his highly anticipated transfer, as he is now moving to the Premier League to join Everton on a four-year contract. This is a huge move for the Toffees, with the Irish international being one of the more highly thought of young defenders. He started in all 27 appearances for Lyon last campaign, notching 12 interceptions, 22 tackles and 96 clearances in the defense to go along with six goal contributions. He is likely to compete for starting time immediately, probably seeing regular time even if he is left in a rotational role.

JULY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in London O'Brien returned to Crystal Palace following the end of his season-long loan to RWD Molenbeek.

Impact O'Brien was busy with RWD Molenbeek in the Challenger Pro League, totaling 31 appearances across all competitions. The defender managed three goals and one assists and played just shy of 2,800 minutes. O'Brien returns to London to link up with a youth side, or potentially break into the first team in pre-season.

JULY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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