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ABOUT TPR

 "The game is won in the trenches"

- Rayfield Wright
DAL OL Cowboys 1967-79 HoF 2006

The TrenchPowerRating (TPR) is built on a sophisticated, weighted analytical model, finally bringing precision to the line of scrimmage.

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How TPR is Calculated

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We don't just count snaps; we weigh impact. The TPR process is transparent and designed to reflect true football value, the stuff an OC or DC cares about:
 

  • Data Inputs: We track 11 distinct O-Line statistics and 13 distinct D-Line statistics.

  • Weighted Scoring: These statistics are weighted based on difficulty and game importance. For example, a successful Rushing First Down earns a higher score than a Passing First Down because it represents a more dominant, physically imposed outcome.

  • The Baseline: The league average score is set to 100. A TPR over 100 signifies an elite performance; a score under 100 indicates underperformance.
     

 

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Our analytics are calculated after every game using AI and advanced analysis, in collaboration with a leading academic Sport Data & Analytics team. This ensures that TPR is mathematically sound and reflects the final whistle's reality.

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Actionable Insights Delivered Weekly

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We turn this complex data into clear, actionable narratives for the fan, analyst, and bettor:

  • Tuesday: "The Weekend That Was" – A deep dive into the latest game results, explaining why teams won and lost through the lens of their TPR.

  • Thursday: "Week X Match-Ups" – We preview upcoming games by comparing each team's TPR.

 

How to read a Match-Up

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To gain a decisive edge, you compare the individual O-Line and D-Line ratings, as well as the overall TPR. This reveals who has the overall advantage and, critically, which specific match-up drives the difference.

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Example: A game analysis might show that Team A's overall TPR is much higher than Team B's, but the difference is driven almost entirely by Team A's dominant O-Line performance against Team B's weak D-Line—providing a critical insight that standard metrics miss.

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