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Success Rate in College Football
In college football, Success Rate means: The percentage of plays that gain enough yardage based on down and distance. It captures consistency better than total yards because it rewards plays that keep drives on schedule.
Definition
Success rate measures play-to-play efficiency. A common definition counts a play as successful if it gains at least 50% of needed yards on first down, 70% on second down, and 100% on third or fourth down.
Why It Matters
It captures consistency better than total yards because it rewards plays that keep drives on schedule.
How CFB Track Uses It
CFB Track uses glossary definitions like Success Rate to make stat pages, rankings, schedules, and player research easier to read without leaving the site context.
Caveats
- Success thresholds can vary by model or data provider.
Related Glossary Terms
Expected Points AddedEPA estimates how much a play changed a team's expected points.Rushing Success RateThe percentage of rushing plays that meet a success threshold.Passing Success RateThe percentage of passing plays that gain enough yardage based on down and distance.Yards Per PlayTotal offensive yards divided by offensive plays.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.
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Last reviewed 2026-04-24