1. What is Effective Field Goal?

Effective Field Goal (Effective FG) is a fantasy football metric that combines standard field goals made (FGM) with bonus points for distance. It provides a more comprehensive assessment of a kicker's performance.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the Effective FG formula:

Where:

• \( FGM \) — Field Goals Made (standard points)
• \( Bonus \) — Additional points for longer field goals

Explanation: The equation accounts for both the quantity of field goals made and the difficulty of longer kicks.

3. Importance of Effective FG Calculation

Details: Effective FG helps fantasy managers evaluate kicker performance more accurately by considering both volume and distance of successful kicks.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter FGM points and bonus points from your fantasy league scoring system. Both values must be non-negative numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How is bonus typically calculated?
A: Many leagues award 1 bonus point for field goals 40-49 yards and 2 bonus points for 50+ yards.

Q2: What's a good Effective FG score?
A: This depends on league scoring, but typically 10+ points indicates a strong performance.

Q3: Should I always start the kicker with highest Effective FG?
A: While Effective FG is useful, also consider matchups, weather conditions, and team offensive strength.

Q4: Does Effective FG account for missed kicks?
A: No, this metric only considers successful field goals. Some leagues penalize missed kicks.

Q5: Can Effective FG be negative?
A: Not with this calculation, but some leagues might deduct points for missed kicks.