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Box Score Stats
Yards Per Carry in College Football
YPC
In college football, Yards Per Carry means: Rushing yards divided by rushing attempts. It is a simple rushing efficiency stat, though it can be skewed by explosive runs or sacks depending on the data source.
Definition
Yards per carry measures the average rushing yards gained per attempt.
Formula
Rushing yards ÷ rushing attempts
Example
A back with 80 rushing yards on 16 carries averaged 5.0 yards per carry.
Why It Matters
It is a simple rushing efficiency stat, though it can be skewed by explosive runs or sacks depending on the data source.
How CFB Track Uses It
CFB Track uses glossary definitions like Yards Per Carry to make stat pages, rankings, schedules, and player research easier to read without leaving the site context.
Related Glossary Terms
Rush YardsNet yards gained on rushing plays.Rushing Success RateThe percentage of rushing plays that meet a success threshold.Stuff RateThe percentage of rushing plays stopped at or behind the line of scrimmage.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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Last reviewed 2026-04-24