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Expected points added per dropback

How much each dropback (passes, sacks and scrambles) by the player changed the expected points of the drive, on average. No-plays, kneel-downs and spikes are excluded. Positive means plays improved scoring chances.

Formula: Total EPA on dropbacks / dropbacks (excluding no-plays, kneels and spikes)
Qualifying minimum: Ranked only for players with at least 14 pass attempts per team game.

Definitions describe how Matchup Lab computes and labels saved data. They are descriptive, not predictions, and not betting advice.

4th Down Conversion Pct4th Down Conversion Pct: fourthDownEff. CFB ranks include FBS teams only and all games they played, including FCS opponents. Missing source values are not zero.
4th Down Conversion Pct Defense4th Down Conversion Pct Defense: opponent fourthDownEff. CFB ranks include FBS teams only and all games they played, including FCS opponents. Missing source values are not zero.
All-purpose interception-return yardsYards gained on interception returns.
All-purpose kickoff-return yardsYards gained returning kickoffs.
All-purpose punt-return yardsYards gained returning punts.
All-purpose receiving yardsYards gained on receptions.

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Expected points added per dropback

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