PFF’s in-depth charting and advanced stats look beyond the box score to identify key metrics otherwise overlooked across all positions in the NFL. This “Signature Stat Spotlight” series will walk readers through the varying advanced stats and metrics we track for every player at every position in every game.
We’ve now discussed the advanced stats behind running backs and offensive linemen, so we’re now moving to the defensive side of the ball to get an advanced look at cornerbacks. Charting targets, receptions allowed, yards allowed, touchdowns allowed and forced incompletions serves as the core of what we use in our advanced stat formulas for cornerbacks.