Every NFL Score Ever | Chart Party

Introduction

This tutorial explores the fascinating world of Scorigami in the NFL, a term coined by Jon Bois to describe unique final scores that have never occurred in NFL history. We'll break down the scoring system, the concept of Scorigami, and some historical context to help you understand this quirky aspect of football.

Step 1: Understanding NFL Scoring

• NFL scoring consists of several distinct ways to score points:
  • Touchdown (6 points)
  • Extra Point (1 point after a touchdown)
  • Two-Point Conversion (2 points after a touchdown)
  • Field Goal (3 points)
  • Safety (2 points)
• Unique scores can arise from combinations of these point values.

Step 2: Exploring Impossible Scores

• Some scores are mathematically impossible in the NFL:
  • Examples include 1-0, 2-1, 3-1, and 4-1.
• The score of 6-1 is theoretically possible due to a loophole involving a safety during a conversion attempt, but it is highly unlikely to ever occur.

Step 3: The Scorigami Board

• Visualize the Scorigami board where each score combination is plotted:
  • Winning team points determine the column.
  • Losing team points determine the row.
• Note that scores where the loser has more points than the winner are blacked out and therefore impossible.

Step 4: Historical Context of NFL Scores

• In the early years of the NFL (1922), many games ended in shutouts or low scores:
  • Over 50% of games were shutouts that year.
• Notable historical scores include:
  • The 1940 NFL Championship where the Chicago Bears defeated Washington 73-0, which remains one of the largest margins of victory.

Step 5: Analyzing Scorigami Trends

• The frequency of unique scores has varied over NFL history:
  • Scorigami saw peaks in the 1940s and 1960s with the introduction of new leagues and rule changes (like the two-point conversion).
  • In recent years, Scorigami occurrences have increased due to teams experimenting with two-point conversions and missed extra points.

Step 6: The Role of Coaches in Scorigami

• Some coaches have become known for creating Scorigami scores:
  • Pete Carroll has the most Scorigami wins since 2010.
  • Coaches can influence the outcome and scoring, intentionally or unintentionally, leading to unique final scores.

Conclusion

Scorigami showcases the quirky and unpredictable nature of NFL scoring. By understanding the scoring system, historical context, and the likelihood of various scores, you can appreciate the rarity and excitement of Scorigami. Keep an eye on future games to see if any new unique scores emerge, and maybe even try tracking scores during games to spot potential Scorigami moments!