yards per carry

Yards per carry (YPC) is a statistic used in football to measure a running back’s effectiveness. It’s calculated by dividing the total yards gained on rushing plays by the number of times the player carried the ball. For example, if a running back runs the ball 10 times and gains 50 yards, their YPC is 5.0. Higher YPC indicates more successful runs, reflecting the player's ability to gain significant yardage each time they carry the ball. It helps evaluate a player’s consistency and effectiveness in ground offenses.