Last updated: 3 October 2026
Reviewed by Jordan Morley, FA Level 2 Football Coach
Fantasy football scoring converts real NFL statistics into fantasy points. Standard scoring: 1 pt per 25 passing yards, 4 pts per passing TD, −2 per interception; 1 pt per 10 rushing or receiving yards, 6 pts per rushing or receiving TD. PPR (points per reception) adds 0.5 (half-PPR) or 1.0 (full-PPR) per reception, significantly boosting pass-catching backs and receivers. Half-PPR is currently the most popular format.
- 25 pass yds = 1 pt, TD = 4, INT = −2
- 10 rush/rec yds = 1 pt, TD = 6
- PPR adds 0.5 or 1.0 per reception
- Half-PPR is now the most popular format
Try the tool
Put this into practice with our free calculator.
Open the Fantasy Football Points Calculator →In practice
Fantasy scoring systems are designed to approximate real-world fantasy football/baseball/etc. value, but the specific rules (PPR vs standard in fantasy football, categories vs points leagues in fantasy basketball) meaningfully change which real players are most valuable — a possession receiver who catches many short passes is far more valuable in a PPR league than a standard one, for example.
FAQ
What does PPR mean in fantasy football scoring?
Points Per Reception — a scoring format that awards fantasy points for every catch a player makes, not just for yardage and touchdowns, which significantly boosts the value of high-volume pass-catchers.
Does fantasy scoring format change player rankings?
Yes significantly — a running back who catches many passes ranks much higher in PPR formats than standard formats, and similar scoring-dependent shifts occur across most fantasy sports.