Completing Player Stats and Their Impact in College Football 26

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Every athlete strives to outdo their rivals, but let’s face it: not everyone is equally talented on the field. Whether it’s due to exceptional arm strength, sharp route-running, or a keen football sense, some players stand out, making their competitors look inexperienced.

College Football 26 captures this gap in talent through player ratings. These statistics reflect how each player performs under various circumstances and their effectiveness with different skills. There are 55 player stats in the game, and here’s a breakdown of what each one represents.

Understanding General Stats

General stats apply universally to all players on your team, no matter their position. These metrics provide insight into the caliber of athletes you’re working with, helping you craft strategies that play to your team’s strengths.

Each statistic is rated on a scale from 1 to 99.

Abbreviation	Name	Description
OVR	Overall Rating	A quick reference to gauge a player’s overall quality; a higher number indicates a better player. Position-specific adjustments are factored, so a linebacker doesn’t suffer for low passing accuracy but benefits from high tackling stats.
SPD	Speed	Measures how quickly a player can run.
STR	Strength	Indicates a player’s ability to break through or bypass blocks, as well as their effectiveness with power moves.
AGI	Agility	Reflects a player’s ability to dodge or engage effectively.
ACC	Acceleration	Determines how fast a player can reach their peak speed while sprinting.
AWR	Awareness	Shows how quickly a player reacts to developments in the play.
STA	Stamina	Indicates how long a player can remain active before tiring.
INJ	Injury	Represents a player’s susceptibility to injuries; a higher score indicates better health.
TGH	Toughness	Measures how quickly a player can recover after being sidelined by an injury.

Passing Stats

Quarterbacks have specific stats that define their throwing capabilities, including accuracy and improvisation skills.

Abbreviation	Name	Description
THP	Throw Power	Indicates how far a quarterback can throw the ball.
SAC	Short Throw Accuracy	Measures accuracy on shorter passes.
MAC	Medium Throw Accuracy	Evaluates accuracy on medium-length throws.
DAC	Deep Throw Accuracy	Reflects accuracy for long-range throws.
RUN	Throw On The Run	Indicates accuracy while throwing in motion.
TUP	Throw Under Pressure	Measures accuracy when facing defensive pressure.
BSK	Break Sack	Represents a quarterback’s ability to escape a sack attempt.
PAC	Play Action	Indicates how well defenders are deceived by play-action passes.

Ball Carrier Stats

Once a receiver has the ball, it’s their job to evade defenders using various moves. Each action has an associated stat, influencing their ability to create separation during passing plays.

Abbreviation	Name	Description
BTK	Break Tackle	Indicates how likely a player is to slip past a defender’s tackle.
TRK	Trucking	Measures the effectiveness of a trucking move against defenders.
COD	Change Of Direction	Reflects how quickly a player can shift their path.
BCV	Ball Carrier Vision	Represents a player’s skill in dodging defenders when being controlled.
SFA	Stiff Arm	Indicates how effective a stiff-arm move is against opponents.
SPM	Spin Move	Measures effectiveness of a spin move against defenders.
JKM	Juke Move	Reflects the success rate of a juke maneuver against players.
CAR	Carrying	Determines how likely a player is to fumble the ball; higher values indicate better security.
CTH	Catching	Measures how often a player catches the ball when targeted.
SRR	Short Route Run	Evaluates precision on short routes.
MRR	Medium Route Run	Measures accuracy on intermediate routes.
DRR	Deep Route Run	Indicates precision on deep routes.
CIT	Catch In Traffic	Represents a player’s ability to catch while covered by defenders.
SPC	Spectacular Catch	Measures likelihood of making challenging catches in tight coverage.
RLS	Release	Determines how quickly a player’s route begins after the snap.
JMP	Jumping	Indicates a player’s vertical leap capability.
RET	Return	Measures proficiency in returning kicks and punts without fumbling.

Defensive Stats

While offense may attract fans, defense is the key to winning championships. Focus on players with strong tackling skills and agility to cover the field effectively.

Abbreviation	Name	Description
TAK	Tackle	Measures how effectively a defender completes tackles.
POW	Hit Power	Indicates strength behind a defender’s tackle.
PMV	Power Moves	Measures effectiveness of power moves against blockers.
FMV	Finesse Moves	Measures effectiveness of finesse tactics against blockers.
BSH	Block Shedding	Indicates likelihood of a defender shedding a block.
PUR	Pursuit	Represents a defender’s ability to track the ball-carrier.
PRC	Play Recognition	Measures a defender’s ability to understand and react to offensive strategies.
MCV	Man Coverage	Reflects effectiveness of a defender in man-to-man situations.
ZCV	Zone Coverage	Indicates ability to excel in zone coverage.
PRS	Press	Measures effectiveness when jarring receivers at the line of scrimmage.

Blocking Stats

Offensive linemen may not get the spotlight, but success often hinges on play at the line of scrimmage. Effective blocking is crucial for any offensive strategy, complete with different stats for pass and run plays.

Abbreviation	Name	Description
PBK	Pass Block	Measures the effectiveness of a lineman during pass protection.
PBP	Pass Block Power	Indicates how well a lineman can counter power moves while protecting the passer.
PBF	Pass Block Finesse	Measures effectiveness against finesse moves during pass plays.
RBK	Run Block	Reflects how well a lineman blocks during running plays.
RBP	Run Block Power	Indicates how a lineman handles power moves during runs.
RBF	Run Block Finesse	Measures how effectively a lineman deals with finesse moves during rushing attempts.
LBK	Lead Block	Reflects a lineman’s ability to execute effective pull blocks.
IBL	Impact Blocking	Measures a player’s capability to block successfully in open field situations.

Kicking Stats

Kicking introduces a new stat this year to account for the long snapper position. However, the focus primarily remains on kick power and accuracy for evaluating your special teams unit.

Abbreviation	Name	Description
LSP	Long Snap	Measures a player’s ability to perform a longsnap effectively.
KPW	Kick Power	Indicates how far a player can kick the ball.
KAC	Kick Accuracy	Reflects the precision of a kick when executed.