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Time of Possession in College Football
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In college football, Time of Possession means: The amount of game clock time a team controls the ball. It can show game flow, but it does not always reflect offensive quality because tempo and efficiency matter too.
Definition
Time of possession measures how long a team has the ball during a game.
Why It Matters
It can show game flow, but it does not always reflect offensive quality because tempo and efficiency matter too.
How CFB Track Uses It
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Related Glossary Terms
DriveA sequence of offensive plays by one team.TempoThe pace at which an offense runs plays.Points Per DrivePoints scored divided by offensive drives.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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