Use the calculator tabs to compute Adjusted Yards Per Attempt (AY/A) either from a box score (passing yards, passing TD, INT, and attempts) or from total adjusted yards (AY) and total attempts (A).
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Adjusted Yards Per Attempt Formula
AYPA = \frac{Y + 20\cdot TD - 45\cdot INT}{A}Variables:
- AYPA is the Adjusted Yards Per Attempt (yards/attempt)
- Y is passing yards (yds)
- TD is passing touchdowns
- INT is interceptions thrown
- A is pass attempts
- AY is total adjusted yards, where AY = Y + 20·TD − 45·INT
To calculate Adjusted Yards Per Attempt (AY/A), first compute adjusted yards (AY) by adding 20 yards per passing touchdown and subtracting 45 yards per interception, then divide by pass attempts (A). If you already have total adjusted yards (AY), then AYPA = AY / A.
How to Calculate Adjusted Yards Per Attempt?
The following steps outline how to calculate the Adjusted Yards Per Attempt.
- First, determine passing yards (Y), passing touchdowns (TD), interceptions thrown (INT), and pass attempts (A).
- Next, compute total adjusted yards: AY = Y + 20·TD − 45·INT.
- Next, use the formula AYPA = AY / A (equivalently, AYPA = (Y + 20·TD − 45·INT) / A).
- Finally, calculate the Adjusted Yards Per Attempt.
- After inserting the variables and calculating the result, check your answer with the calculator above.
Example Problem :
Use the following variables as an example problem to test your knowledge.
total adjusted yards (AY) = 700
total attempts (A) = 300
AYPA = AY / A = 700 / 300 = 2.33 AY/A (rounded to two decimals).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “Adjusted Yards Per Attempt” mean in football statistics?
Adjusted Yards Per Attempt (AY/A) is a statistic used in football to evaluate the efficiency of quarterbacks. It adjusts the average yards per passing attempt by accounting for touchdowns and interceptions, providing a more comprehensive measure of a quarterback’s performance.
Why is Adjusted Yards Per Attempt important?
AY/A is important because it offers a more nuanced view of a quarterback’s performance than traditional yards per attempt (YPA). By considering touchdowns and interceptions, it helps in assessing the quarterback’s ability to contribute to the team’s scoring and minimize turnovers, which are crucial aspects of winning games.
How can Adjusted Yards Per Attempt be used alongside other statistics?
AY/A can be used alongside other quarterback efficiency metrics such as passer rating, ESPN Total QBR, and completion percentage to provide a fuller picture of a quarterback’s performance. While AY/A focuses on the efficiency of passing attempts, other metrics can shed light on accuracy, decision-making, and overall impact on the team’s offense.
Is Adjusted Yards Per Attempt used only in the NFL?
AY/A is commonly referenced for NFL quarterbacks, but the same calculation can be applied at other levels of football (such as college or high school) as long as you have the necessary passing statistics. Note that some analysts or organizations may use slightly different weights for touchdowns/interceptions or may use related metrics such as ANY/A (which also accounts for sacks).
