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Rush Yards in College Football
In college football, Rush Yards means: Net yards gained on rushing plays. Rushing yardage is a key volume stat, but it should be read alongside yards per carry, opponent strength, sacks, and game script.
Definition
Rush yards measure net yardage gained by a player or team on rushing attempts.
Why It Matters
Rushing yardage is a key volume stat, but it should be read alongside yards per carry, opponent strength, sacks, and game script.
How CFB Track Uses It
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Related Glossary Terms
Yards Per CarryRushing yards divided by rushing attempts.Rushing Success RateThe percentage of rushing plays that meet a success threshold.Scrimmage YardsA player's rushing yards plus receiving yards.All-Purpose YardsAll-purpose yards combine multiple yardage categories for a player.Catch RateReceptions divided by targets.Completion PercentageThe percentage of pass attempts that are completed.
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