Advanced Metrics
What is Second-Level Yards in college football?
In college football, Second-Level Yards means: Rushing yardage gained beyond the defensive line but before the deepest defensive level. It is used to describe advanced metrics context in college football.
Quick Answer
In college football, Second-Level Yards means: Rushing yardage gained beyond the defensive line but before the deepest defensive level. It is used to describe advanced metrics context in college football.
Definition
Rushing yardage gained beyond the defensive line but before the deepest defensive level.
How CFB Track Uses It
CFBTrack uses Second-Level Yards context alongside related efficiency, explosiveness, and opponent-adjusted metrics so advanced stat pages are easier to compare.
Related Glossary Terms
Line YardsA rushing metric that attempts to separate offensive line contribution from runner contribution.Open-Field YardsRushing yardage gained after reaching the open field.Yards Per CarryRushing yards divided by rushing attempts.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