NFL rushing yards

NFL rushing yards refer to the total distance gained by a team when their players run with the football during offensive plays. Each time a player carries the ball past the line of scrimmage into the opposing team's territory, those yards are counted. The goal is to advance the ball as far as possible on the ground, helping set up scoring opportunities or maintaining possession. Rushing yards are a key metric to assess a team’s ability to effectively run the ball, control the clock, and create opportunities for passing plays. It also highlights individual performance for players specializing in rushing the football.