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

Q4 San Francisco 49ers 4th & 4 at the 57

San Francisco 49ers 16 – Buffalo Bills 45

What Actually Happened

(4:45) 5-B.Pinion punts 57 yards to end zone, Center-86-K.Nelson, Touchback. Kick through end zone.

The Three Options

GO -0.54 EP
  • 45% chance to convert: a fresh set of downs at the 53, worth +2.11 EP
  • 55% chance to fail: Buffalo Bills takes over around their own 57, worth -2.67 EP
KICK

Too far to price a realistic field-goal try from here (74 yards).

PUNT -0.43 EP
What Happened Model's Pick
  • Buffalo Bills would take over around their own 17, worth -0.43 EP

The Verdict

Chose PUNT ✓ matched the model