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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 Detroit Lions 4th & 16 at the 86

Detroit Lions 21 – Chicago Bears 17

What Actually Happened

(13:29) (Punt formation) 6-S.Martin punts 47 yards to CHI 39, Center-48-D.Muhlbach. 29-T.Cohen to 50 for 11 yards (54-S.Longa).

The Three Options

GO -3.36 EP
  • 28% chance to convert: a fresh set of downs at the 70, worth +1.34 EP
  • 72% chance to fail: Chicago Bears takes over around their own 86, worth -5.18 EP
KICK

Too far to price a realistic field-goal try from here (103 yards).

PUNT -2.57 EP
What Happened Model's Pick
  • Chicago Bears would take over around their own 44, worth -2.57 EP

The Verdict

Chose PUNT ✓ matched the model