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NFL Passer Rating Formula:
Where:
\( a = (\frac{COMP}{ATT} - 0.3) \times 5 \)
\( b = (\frac{YDS}{ATT} - 3) \times 0.25 \)
\( c = \frac{TD}{ATT} \times 20 \)
\( d = 2.375 - (\frac{INT}{ATT} \times 25) \)
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The NFL Passer Rating (also known as Quarterback Rating) is a measure of the performance of quarterbacks in American football. It combines passing statistics into a single number on a scale from 0 to 158.3, with higher numbers indicating better performance.
The calculator uses the NFL Passer Rating formula:
Where:
\( a = (\frac{COMP}{ATT} - 0.3) \times 5 \)
\( b = (\frac{YDS}{ATT} - 3) \times 0.25 \)
\( c = \frac{TD}{ATT} \times 20 \)
\( d = 2.375 - (\frac{INT}{ATT} \times 25) \)
Explanation: Each component (a, b, c, d) is calculated separately and capped between 0 and 2.375 before being combined into the final rating.
Details: Passer rating is used to evaluate quarterback performance, compare players, and assess game strategy effectiveness. It's one of the most widely cited statistics in football analysis.
Tips: Enter all passing statistics from a game or season. Attempts must be greater than zero. The rating is most meaningful when calculated over multiple games.
Q1: What is a good passer rating?
A: Ratings above 90 are considered good, above 100 excellent. The maximum possible rating is 158.3.
Q2: How does this differ from college football ratings?
A: College football uses a different formula that produces higher numbers (scale up to 1261.6).
Q3: What are the limitations of passer rating?
A: It doesn't account for sacks, fumbles, rushing yards, or game context (e.g., garbage time stats).
Q4: Who holds the record for highest career passer rating?
A: As of 2023, Aaron Rodgers holds the career record with a rating over 103.
Q5: Can a QB have a perfect rating with incomplete stats?
A: No, a perfect 158.3 requires meeting maximum thresholds in all categories relative to attempts.