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

Q3 Dallas Cowboys 4th & 5 at the 72

Dallas Cowboys 14 – Washington Commanders 27

What Actually Happened

(1:33) (Punt formation) 6-C.Jones punts 44 yards to WAS 28, Center-91-L.Ladouceur, out of bounds.

The Three Options

GO -1.71 EP
  • 42% chance to convert: a fresh set of downs at the 67, worth +1.64 EP
  • 58% chance to fail: Washington Commanders takes over around their own 72, worth -4.18 EP
KICK

Too far to price a realistic field-goal try from here (89 yards).

PUNT -1.21 EP
What Happened Model's Pick
  • Washington Commanders would take over around their own 30, worth -1.21 EP

The Verdict

Chose PUNT ✓ matched the model