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Game Basics
Possession in College Football
In college football, Possession means: A team's turn controlling the ball. It is used to describe game basics context in college football.
Definition
A team's turn controlling the ball. A possession usually ends with a score, punt, turnover, turnover on downs, or the end of a half.
How CFB Track Uses It
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Related Glossary Terms
DriveA sequence of offensive plays by one team.Turnover on DownsA change of possession that happens when the offense fails to earn a first down after using its available downs.Points Per DrivePoints scored divided by offensive drives.Booth ReviewA replay review initiated by the replay official rather than by a coach.BoundaryThe short side of the field when the ball is spotted closer to one sideline.Coach's ChallengeA request by a coach asking officials to review a play, subject to challenge rules and timeout availability.
Last reviewed 2026-04-24