Advanced Metrics
What does YACON mean in college football?
YACON
In college football, Yards After Contact means: Rushing yardage gained after a ball carrier is contacted by a defender. It is used to describe advanced metrics context in college football.
Quick Answer
In college football, Yards After Contact means: Rushing yardage gained after a ball carrier is contacted by a defender. It is used to describe advanced metrics context in college football.
Definition
Rushing yardage gained after a ball carrier is contacted by a defender.
How CFB Track Uses It
CFBTrack uses Yards After Contact context alongside related efficiency, explosiveness, and opponent-adjusted metrics so advanced stat pages are easier to compare.
Related Glossary Terms
Yards Per CarryRushing yards divided by rushing attempts.Broken TackleA play where a ball carrier avoids or escapes a tackle attempt.Rush YardsNet yards gained on rushing 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.Air YardsThe yards a pass travels from the line of scrimmage to the catch point or target point.
Last reviewed 2026-04-24