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

Q1 New England Patriots 4th & 8 at the 73

New England Patriots 0 – Miami Dolphins 6

What Actually Happened

(2:59) (Punt formation) 6-R.Allen punts 44 yards to MIA 29, Center-49-J.Cardona, downed by NE-29-J.Bademosi.

The Three Options

GO -2.01 EP
  • 42% chance to convert: a fresh set of downs at the 65, worth +1.36 EP
  • 58% chance to fail: Miami Dolphins takes over around their own 73, worth -4.44 EP
KICK

Too far to price a realistic field-goal try from here (90 yards).

PUNT -1.72 EP
What Happened Model's Pick
  • Miami Dolphins would take over around their own 31, worth -1.72 EP

The Verdict

Chose PUNT ✓ matched the model