What Is aDOT (Average Depth of Target)?
aDOT, short for Average Depth of Target, measures how many yards downfield an NFL quarterback throws the ball on average, from the line of scrimmage to the spot of every pass attempt -- complete or not. This stat reflects a quarterback's aggressiveness and offensive scheme: a high aDOT signals a downfield, vertical passing attack, while a low aDOT points to a quick, short-passing game built around timing and yards after the catch.