EPA/play is defined as a measure of success that defines the value of each play by the effect it has on the offense’s likelihood to score. According to Pro Football Focus, EPA is attributed equally to both teams, and the metric is fairly reliable in identifying the best teams in football.
When attributed to players, EPA/play measures the player’s performance and how they affect their team’s ability to score points and win the game.
Buy Vikings TicketsSumer Sports, a quantitative analysis firm focused on the NFL, reported the top ten quarterbacks in total EPA through the first two weeks. Minnesota Vikings’ Kirk Cousins ranked seventh, despite an 0-2 record for Minnesota.
QB Total EPA leaders through Week 2 pic.twitter.com/TpEed8swb8
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Despite the struggles at the beginning of this season, the Vikings are still second in passing yards, first in passing touchdowns and fourth in net yards per attempt. Cousins and this passing game have tried to lead Minnesota to victory. The rest of the team needs to catch up.
