Wednesday, 1 July 2015

Simplified NFL Offensive Rankings And Stats

By Ruthie Calderon


Wins during fantasy football and betting depend on how accurately you judge the actual league. NFL offensive rankings are an easy way of predicting whether a team is strong enough to win or not. An attacking team increases the chances of winning though their performance will be determined by the ability of their opponents to defend.

How teams rank depends on their score. Teams that score higher in a game will obviously rank higher than those that fail to score. However, their progress is likely to be hampered by a weak defense. There must be a good balance between scoring and conceding. Allowing your opponents to score means that you will lose points which affects your ranking.

Yard per play indicates the portion claimed by each team during play. Regular winners score higher on this end compared to losers. This is because the winners score more points, first down and eventual wins. Regular losers have fewer first downs and thus a lower score. This struggle with first downs and wins affects the ranking of a team.

Do not be blinded by an impressive first down rating. The ratings do not determine possession and neither do they determine the number of victories. An example is where Cardinals started their season with 3-0 yet were ranked number twenty seven in 2012. This does not mean that they should be ignored. Combining them with Rush Attempts gives you a better indication of the quality of play.

During a bet or fantasy football, go for a team with a better Yard Per Rush rating. This signifies better quality of play. You are advised to be cautious especially when the league is still young. A poor run of form can be deceptive leading to huge losses. Teams have turned tables to post impressive results. It could be a seasonal defensive blunder.

Passing Attempts have proven over time to be crucial in determining the strength of winning and losing teams. An offensive team makes more attempts compared to a defensive team. The Passing Yard also signifies strength and potential. An offender gives you a higher chance of winning compared to a defensive team. A combination of both qualities is better at all times.

Time of Possession is the total number of minutes a team held the ball. Winners have been known to remain with the ball longer than losers. This is an indication of strength and winning potential. If your opponent is a good defender, you are likely to hold the ball yet not score. In order to win, you need the best combination of both qualities. The offensive strategy can only be employed when you are ahead and time is running out.

Turnovers will make an average team great and an excellent team out of a good one. It indicates the number of offenses and how these offenses are used to their advantage. This may reflect strategy and individual skills by the players. Penalties aid in ranking teams based on which team takes the most penalties and whether these penalties are broken by the opponents or not. The factors will assist you in determining the team that is likely to win you more cash when betting.




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