Advanced Metrics
What is Broken Tackle in college football?
In college football, Broken Tackle means: A play where a ball carrier avoids or escapes a tackle attempt. It is used to describe advanced metrics context in college football.
Quick Answer
In college football, Broken Tackle means: A play where a ball carrier avoids or escapes a tackle attempt. It is used to describe advanced metrics context in college football.
Definition
A play where a ball carrier avoids or escapes a tackle attempt.
How CFB Track Uses It
CFBTrack uses Broken Tackle context alongside related efficiency, explosiveness, and opponent-adjusted metrics so advanced stat pages are easier to compare.
Related Glossary Terms
Yards After ContactRushing yardage gained after a ball carrier is contacted by a defender.Missed TackleA failed tackle attempt by a defender.All-Purpose YardsAll-purpose yards combine multiple yardage categories for a player.Adjusted EfficiencyAn efficiency metric modified for context such as opponent strength, game location, tempo, garbage time, or game state.Adjusted Yards Per AttemptA passing efficiency stat that adjusts yards per attempt for touchdowns and interceptions.Air YardsThe yards a pass travels from the line of scrimmage to the catch point or target point.
Last reviewed 2026-04-24