Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_name_27 (rushing_yards VARCHAR, average VARCHAR, carries VARCHAR)
### Question:
What is the total number of rushing yards associated with averages over 8.4 and fewer than 54 carries?
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(rushing_yards) FROM table_name_27 WHERE average > 8.4 AND carries < 54