Some Rankings

There are twelve play–off teams, six in each conference. Not all positions have been filled, but I am counting as a “play-off team” the teams that would go to the play-offs if they started today, based on the conference standings.

Of the top twelve teams in points per game, ten are play-off teams.

Of the top twelve teams in rushing yards, just five are play-off teams, though all but one are in the play-off hunt.

Of the top twelve teams in rushing attempts, seven are play-off teams, and just one has a losing record.

Of the top twelve teams in passing yards, just six are play-off teams, though all of the top five are.

Of the top twelve teams in passing attempts, just four are play-off teams, and just one of the top five.

Of the top twelve teams in turnover margin, eight are play-off teams are all are technically in the hunt.

Of the top twelve teams in 3^rd down percentage, eight are play-off teams and the rest are at .500 or better and in the hunt.

Of the twelve least-penalized teams, just five are in the play-offs.

Of the five least penalized in yards, just five are in the play-offs.

Of the top twelve in time of possession, seven are in the play-offs.

Of the top twelve teams in first downs, nine are in the play-offs.

Of the top twelve teams in yards/play, seven are in the play-offs and four more in the hunt.