Rushing yards in football refer to the total number of yards gained by a team's running backs while carrying the ball. These yards are important because they help a team control the game by maintaining possession of the ball, controlling the clock, and wearing down the opposing defense. A strong rushing game can open up passing opportunities and keep the opposing defense off balance, ultimately contributing to a team's overall offensive performance on the field.
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Alternate receiving yards refer to the total yards gained by a player through receiving passes in football, excluding yards gained from rushing or other means. These yards are important in evaluating a player's performance as they showcase their ability to catch passes and contribute to the team's offense. A player with high alternate receiving yards typically indicates their effectiveness in the passing game and their impact on the team's overall success.
Scrimmage yards are the total yards gained by a player from the line of scrimmage. They include both rushing and receiving yards. These yards are important because they directly contribute to a player's overall offensive production and effectiveness on the field. The more scrimmage yards a player gains, the more impact they have on the game and the better their performance is generally considered.
Rushing is when they run the football and the gain yards.
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Rushing yards are yards gained by running the ball instead of passing.
Yes, sacks count against rushing stats.
A rushing yard is an important statistic in a football game. It is defined as any yard that is covered by a football player running with the ball in his arms.
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Ernie Davis has the most rushing yards.He was born in 1645
Pat White holds the QB rushing record.
More because the more rushing yards, the farther you run or carry the ball. Also, in fantasy football you get points for rushing yards.
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