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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 Houston Texans 4th & 4 at the 68

Houston Texans 13 – Indianapolis Colts 14

What Actually Happened

(:13) (Punt formation) 9-S.Lechler punts 58 yards to IND 10, Center-46-J.Weeks. 80-C.Rogers to IND 19 for 9 yards (40-M.Williams).

The Three Options

GO -1.29 EP
  • 46% chance to convert: a fresh set of downs at the 64, worth +1.73 EP
  • 54% chance to fail: Indianapolis Colts takes over around their own 68, worth -3.87 EP
KICK

Too far to price a realistic field-goal try from here (85 yards).

PUNT -1.13 EP
What Happened Model's Pick
  • Indianapolis Colts would take over around their own 26, worth -1.13 EP

The Verdict

Chose PUNT ✓ matched the model