NFL Pro FAQ’s and Answers

1. What is Next Gen Stats? How is the data collected and how are stats calculated?
a. Next Gen Stats is the NFL-operated player tracking technology solution that captures real-time location data, speed and acceleration for every player for every play on every inch of the field. Sensors throughout the stadium track tags placed on players' shoulder pads, charting individual movements within inches. The raw tracking data is combined with event data (i.e., the moment of ball snap, pass forward, pass arrival, etc.) to create the NGS suite of metrics.

2. When will stats be updated after a game?
a. Next Gen Stats will be available the day after the game has been played. The Box Score and Play By Play will update live during the game.

3. How do I save a Film Room playlist for future reference?
a. At the bottom of the filter list, you’ll find a Save Search button. Clicking it opens a new window where you can review the playlist parameters and give it a name. You can access your saved playlist at any time by going to the Film Room and selecting the Saved tab. Unless a specific week or game is selected, the playlist will automatically update with the latest game film as it becomes available.
 

4. Can I share a playlist with my friends?
a. Yes. Simply copy & paste the URL for any playlist to send it to your friends, reference it in an article, or link to it in a social media post. Note: For those not logged into NFL+ Premium, the link will reroute to the sign in/sign up page and navigate back to the playlist once signed in.

5. How is the matchup advantage calculated?
a. For each split, teams are assigned a composite score based on per-play performance, using success rate and EPA per play, as well as total production, using EPA. These scores compare a team’s offense against its opponent’s defense, and the relative strength of the matchup is then converted into a star rating, with five stars representing the top 10% of strongest advantages.
 

6. What do gold numbers signify in stat tables on NFL Pro?
a. Any number displayed in gold is also a link. Clicking it will open a new browser tab and automatically populate the corresponding playlist for that number.

7. Do I have the ability to disable Live odds in the “Games” pages?
a. Yes. Go to your user settings and toggle on/off live odds.

8. What is the default for NFL fantasy points?
a. NFL Fantasy Football utilizes full PPR scoring. All projections and insights for fantasy utilize PPR.

9. When will insights for next week’s games populate?
a. Insights will begin going live each Tuesday, with additional insights added as the week progresses leading up to kickoff for each game. Monday Night Football and the prior week must conclude so league rankings can be included.

10. Where do the insights come from?
a. The insights are sourced from the research packets compiled by the Next Gen Stats analyst team for broadcast partners to help them prepare for each game. Yes, that means you’re receiving the same notes delivered to broadcast talent and production teams every week!

11. Is preseason film available in the Film Room?
a. Preseason film and data are not currently available through NFL Pro. However, all NFL+ Premium subscribers have access to All-22, as well as full and condensed replays of all preseason games, in the replay section of NFL.com.

12. Are broadcast angles available in the Film Room?
a. Yes, the default account settings will autoplay the sideline and end zone angles for each play, but these can be changed. To add the broadcast angle, click the film icon next to the sideline/end zone view toggle below the video. A menu will appear where you can select any or all of the three available angles.