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What does WP mean in college football?

WP

In college football, Win Probability means: The estimated chance a team has to win at a specific moment. It gives context for how important a situation or play is to the game's outcome.

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Quick Answer

In college football, Win Probability means: The estimated chance a team has to win at a specific moment. It gives context for how important a situation or play is to the game's outcome.

Definition

Win probability estimates a team's chance of winning based on game state such as score, time, field position, down, distance, and possession.

Why It Matters

It gives context for how important a situation or play is to the game's outcome.

How CFB Track Uses It

CFBTrack uses Win Probability context alongside related efficiency, explosiveness, and opponent-adjusted metrics so advanced stat pages are easier to compare.

Related Glossary Terms

Win Probability AddedHow much a play changes a team's chance to win.Expected Points AddedEPA estimates how much a play changed a team's expected points.Garbage TimeLow-leverage game time when the score margin is very large.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.

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Last reviewed 2026-04-24