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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 Indianapolis Colts 4th & 7 at the 72

Indianapolis Colts 21 – Houston Texans 0

What Actually Happened

(10:43) 2-R.Sanchez punts 38 yards to HOU 34, Center-46-L.Rhodes, fair catch by 14-D.Carter. PENALTY on HOU-39-D.Burton, Offensive Holding, 10 yards, enforced at HOU 34.

The Three Options

GO -1.85 EP
  • 42% chance to convert: a fresh set of downs at the 65, worth +1.53 EP
  • 58% chance to fail: Houston Texans takes over around their own 72, worth -4.31 EP
KICK

Too far to price a realistic field-goal try from here (89 yards).

PUNT -1.48 EP
What Happened Model's Pick
  • Houston Texans would take over around their own 30, worth -1.48 EP

The Verdict

Chose PUNT ✓ matched the model