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What is Points Per Drive in college football?

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PPD

In college football, Points Per Drive means: Points scored divided by offensive drives. It compares teams more fairly than points per game because it accounts for pace and number of possessions.

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Quick Answer

In college football, Points Per Drive means: Points scored divided by offensive drives. It compares teams more fairly than points per game because it accounts for pace and number of possessions.

Definition

Points per drive measures how many points an offense scores on an average possession.

Formula

Points scored ÷ offensive drives

Why It Matters

It compares teams more fairly than points per game because it accounts for pace and number of possessions.

How CFB Track Uses It

CFBTrack uses Points Per Drive context to connect glossary definitions with the stats, schedules, teams, players, and rankings that use the term.

DriveA sequence of offensive plays by one team.Finishing DrivesHow well a team turns scoring opportunities into points.Points Per OpportunityPoints scored per scoring opportunity.11 PersonnelOne running back, one tight end, and three wide receivers.12 PersonnelOne running back, two tight ends, and two wide receivers.21 PersonnelTwo running backs, one tight end, and two wide receivers.

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Last reviewed 2026-04-24