Is Al Woods Better Than Scott Matlock? NFL Stats Decide
The career statistics tell a clear story in this DT comparison. Al Woods holds the advantage in 4 of 4 key categories, with Tackles representing the most decisive gap — a 1200% difference that separates these two NFL players. This is not a close debate on the numbers.
Al Woods's Tackles of 299 compared to Scott Matlock's 23 represents a 1200% advantage — dramatically better than their counterpart in this critical category. Scott Matlock falls 91.8% below the career average of 280 in this category while Al Woods exceeds it. It is the single most decisive number in this comparison and the clearest statistical argument for Al Woods's edge.
The most competitive category in this matchup is Games Played, where Al Woods posts 161 against Scott Matlock's 33 — a gap of just 387.9%. Scott Matlock can point to this as evidence that the overall comparison is closer than the final 4-0 tally suggests. In any debate, Games Played is the statistical ammunition for the Scott Matlock side.
Defensive impact in the NFL is notoriously difficult to quantify. Sacks and tackles capture individual production, but disruption, coverage grades and run-stopping ability paint the complete picture of defensive excellence.
Al Woods wins this head to head comparison decisively — 4 categories to 0. The 1200% gap in Tackles alone makes a compelling case, but the consistency across multiple categories confirms Al Woods's statistical superiority in this NFL career comparison.
Who is better, Al Woods or Scott Matlock?
Al Woods holds the statistical edge, winning 4 of 4 categories in this career comparison. Al Woods's Tackles of 299 versus Scott Matlock's 23 is the most decisive factor — a 1200% difference.
How do Al Woods and Scott Matlock compare in Tackles?
Al Woods career Tackles: 299. Scott Matlock career Tackles: 23. Al Woods leads by 1200% — dramatically ahead in this key DT metric.
Who had the better overall career, Al Woods or Scott Matlock?
Based on career statistics, Al Woods edges Scott Matlock 4-0 across key categories. Al Woods's Tackles of 299 leads Scott Matlock's 23 by 1200%, providing the clearest statistical evidence of the career advantage.
