Advanced Metrics
What is Game Control in college football?
In college football, Game Control means: A measure of how much a team controlled the flow or win probability of a game. It is used to describe advanced metrics context in college football.
Quick Answer
In college football, Game Control means: A measure of how much a team controlled the flow or win probability of a game. It is used to describe advanced metrics context in college football.
Definition
A measure of how much a team controlled the flow or win probability of a game.
How CFB Track Uses It
CFBTrack uses Game Control context alongside related efficiency, explosiveness, and opponent-adjusted metrics so advanced stat pages are easier to compare.
Related Glossary Terms
Win Probability AddedHow much a play changes a team's chance to win.Postgame Win ExpectancyAn estimate of how often a team would be expected to win based on the game's statistical profile.LeverageThe importance of a play or situation based on how much it can affect the game outcome.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