1. What is College Passer Rating?

The College Passer Rating is a measure of quarterback performance in college football. It provides a standardized way to compare quarterbacks' passing efficiency across different teams and seasons.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the College Passer Rating formula:

Where:

• \( yds \) — Passing yards
• \( TD \) — Touchdown passes
• \( comp \) — Pass completions
• \( INT \) — Interceptions thrown
• \( att \) — Pass attempts

Explanation: The formula rewards yards, touchdowns, and completions while penalizing interceptions, all normalized by the number of attempts.

3. Importance of Passer Rating

Details: The passer rating is crucial for evaluating quarterback performance, comparing players across different eras, and identifying trends in passing efficiency over time.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter all passing statistics from a season or game. Attempts must be greater than zero. Higher values indicate better performance.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How does college passer rating differ from NFL rating?
A: The college formula is simpler and produces higher values than the more complex NFL passer rating formula.

Q2: What is considered a good college passer rating?
A: Generally, 140+ is good, 160+ is excellent, and 180+ is exceptional, though averages have risen over time.

Q3: Why are the coefficients different from NFL rating?
A: The college formula was designed to produce higher values that better reflect typical college passing statistics.

Q4: Can this be used for single-game ratings?
A: Yes, the formula works for any sample size (game, season, or career) as long as attempts are greater than zero.

Q5: What are the limitations of passer rating?
A: It doesn't account for rushing, sacks, game situations, or the quality of opposing defenses.