Advanced Metrics
What does NY/A mean in college football?
NY/A
In college football, Net Yards Per Attempt means: Passing yards adjusted for sacks, usually divided by attempts plus sacks. It is used to describe advanced metrics context in college football.
Quick Answer
In college football, Net Yards Per Attempt means: Passing yards adjusted for sacks, usually divided by attempts plus sacks. It is used to describe advanced metrics context in college football.
Definition
Passing yards adjusted for sacks, usually divided by attempts plus sacks.
How CFB Track Uses It
CFBTrack uses Net Yards Per Attempt context alongside related efficiency, explosiveness, and opponent-adjusted metrics so advanced stat pages are easier to compare.
Related Glossary Terms
Yards Per AttemptPassing yards divided by pass attempts.SackA tackle of the quarterback behind the line of scrimmage on a passing play.Pass AttemptsThe number of forward passes attempted by a passer or team.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