Mattaes Philippou sits at the intersection of upside, uncertainty, and opportunity and that balance is exactly why he lands at #28 in our Top 50 Most Relevant Players Countdown.

In this episode, MJ Want is joined by Bails to unpack Philippou’s fantasy relevance heading into the 2026 season. We break down his fluctuating performance metrics, injury-interrupted development, and the growing intrigue around how St Kilda may deploy him moving forward.

A key focus of the discussion is pricing particularly in SuperCoach, where Philippou presents as a compelling value option if his role stabilises. We analyse whether his scoring is dependent on consistent midfield minutes, or if his ability to impact games in multiple roles (including forward) gives him a viable fantasy ceiling regardless of positioning.

With changes across the Saints’ lineup and an important Opening Round looming, this episode emphasises adaptability understanding what to watch early, when to hold, and when to pivot.

Key discussion points include:

• Philippou’s price and value case in SuperCoach

• Injury history and its impact on role security

• Midfield vs forward scoring dynamics

• How St Kilda’s evolving structure affects his upside

• Why Opening Round will be critical for role clarity

• Strategy tips for managing risk with high-upside picks

If you’re searching for value with genuine growth potential but want to manage downside intelligently — this breakdown gives you the framework to handle Philippou correctly in 2026.