While there may not be as many statistics to break down the game of football the way baseball is broken down, it sure is a close second. Every year those closest to the NFL find new and improved ways to break down what is really happening in games through statistical analysis, and they spend time studying how to approach the game. However, while some stats that don’t mean as much as they are hyped up to make people think they do, other key stats often go overlooked. Three of the most important stats that should always be considered when breaking down a sports betting matchup include yards per attempt, turnover differential, and the passer rating differential.

The turnover differential is always the most crucial to consider, as any coach will admit that games are won and lost based on that number. If a really good team that doesn’t turn the ball over often loses a close game after turning the ball over three times, then the likelihood is that by the next game they will cut down on those turnovers and bounce back with a better chance at winning. Yards per attempt is another important area to consider, as the ability to move the ball down the field in a hurry puts offenses in a good position to get the job done no matter what situation the team is in. So many games are won and lost in the final minutes, and the ability to move the ball in the clutch is crucial. That often comes down to the quarterback play, as the best teams usually have the best quarterbacks under center. When healthy, Tom Brady, Peyton Manning, Aaron Rodgers, and Drew Brees don’t lose a lot of games, even when their defenses or running games aren’t getting the job done. It is always a good idea to stay away from betting against a top-tier quarterback on Betonline, the final of the three most important factors that should not be overlooked.