How do you keep football stats?

Answer 1

1. Keeping Stats
2. Step 1

   Take your score book and team roster and fill in the names and numbers of the players on both offense and defense. It is best to keep the players separated by offense and defense. Also be sure to keep them in order by number, it makes it easier to find them.

3. Step 2

   Watch the game and record what happens. There are many statistics that go into a football game so makes sure to keep a close eye on the action.

4. Step 3

   Keep track of offense statistics. They may include completions, pass attempts, completion percentage, interceptions, passes deflected, touchdown passes, passing yards, quarterback rating, rushing yards, rushing touchdowns, fumbles, receptions, receiving yards, receiving touchdowns, return yards, field goals and extra points.

5. Step 4

   Keep track of the defense. Statistics may include tackles (solo and team), sacks (solo and team), interceptions, fumbles recovered, touchdowns, passes deflected and punt yards.

6. Step 5

   Check with someone else taking statistics after the game for accuracy. The coaches are relying on you to keep track of what their players did for that game, so it is best to make sure it is correct.