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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 New England Patriots 4th & 4 at the 79

New England Patriots 38 – Indianapolis Colts 17

What Actually Happened

(3:09) 6-R.Allen punts 39 yards to IND 40, Center-49-J.Cardona, out of bounds.

The Three Options

GO -1.42 EP
  • 52% chance to convert: a fresh set of downs at the 75, worth +0.92 EP
  • 48% chance to fail: Indianapolis Colts takes over around their own 79, worth -3.97 EP
KICK

Too far to price a realistic field-goal try from here (96 yards).

PUNT -1.40 EP
What Happened Model's Pick
  • Indianapolis Colts would take over around their own 36, worth -1.40 EP

The Verdict

Chose PUNT ✓ matched the model