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Progressive Passes Received explained

Understand Progressive Passes Received in football analytics, with practical context and chart ideas for analysis.

Category: possessionMetric ID: progressive_passes_receivedUsage: Scouting, reporting, and benchmarking

Use Progressive Passes Received to compare players within roles and remove bias from raw totals. Pair it with percentile views for quick context.

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Category
possession
Metric ID
progressive_passes_received
Usage
Scouting, reporting, and benchmarking

Distribution snapshot

See how Progressive Passes Received is spread across players from the last 365 days of data.

Progressive Passes Received distribution
Avg 38.5
Min 1
Max 575
1575

Top performers (last 365 days)

How to interpret Progressive Passes Received

Use Progressive Passes Received alongside related metrics in the possession category to understand role fit and tactical impact.

  • Compare within the same competition or position group
  • Use percentile ranks to normalize minutes played
  • Combine with at least one supporting metric

Best charts for Progressive Passes Received

Radar charts surface it in context, while bar charts isolate the metric for direct comparisons.

  • Radar chart for full profile context
  • Bar chart for side-by-side comparisons
  • Exported visuals for reports and social sharing

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Frequently asked questions

What does Progressive Passes Received measure?

Forward passes received that move the ball toward the opponent's goal. Attackers who receive many progressive passes are making good runs and finding space to receive in dangerous positions.

When should I use Progressive Passes Received?

Use Progressive Passes Received when you need to evaluate possession contributions and compare players in similar roles.

Which charts highlight Progressive Passes Received?

Radar charts give context across metrics, while bar charts isolate the metric for direct comparisons.

Where can I learn related metrics?

Use the metrics glossary to explore complementary stats in the same category.