Slot Snaps - NFL Advanced Stats

What Are Slot Snaps?

Slot Snaps record the total number of snaps taken in the slot between the outermost receiver and the offensive line. This NFL advanced stat is a key part of NFL player stats for evaluating how a player is used in inside passing routes. Slot alignments can help create mismatches against linebackers or safeties, open space for quick throws, and diversify a team’s offensive attack. Within NFL team stats, slot usage patterns can show how a team’s passing game is structured, how often they target inside routes, and which players are most involved in them.