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Every real option on this 4th down, priced in expected points, the same math behind every call this site grades. ?

Q2 Minnesota Vikings 4th & 12 at the 84

Minnesota Vikings 10 – Chicago Bears 0

What Actually Happened

(8:11) (Punt formation) 18-J.Locke punts 36 yards to CHI 48, Center-47-K.McDermott, fair catch by 80-M.Mariani.

The Three Options

GO -2.67 EP
  • 32% chance to convert: a fresh set of downs at the 72, worth +1.49 EP
  • 68% chance to fail: Chicago Bears takes over around their own 84, worth -4.67 EP
KICK

Too far to price a realistic field-goal try from here (101 yards).

PUNT -1.96 EP
What Happened Model's Pick
  • Chicago Bears would take over around their own 42, worth -1.96 EP

The Verdict

Chose PUNT ✓ matched the model