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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 Chicago Bears 4th & 11 at the 56

Chicago Bears 16 – Minnesota Vikings 0

What Actually Happened

(7:17) (Punt formation) 16-P.O'Donnell punts 48 yards to MIN 8, Center-48-P.Scales, downed by CHI-27-S.McManis.

The Three Options

GO -1.16 EP
  • 30% chance to convert: a fresh set of downs at the 45, worth +2.57 EP
  • 70% chance to fail: Minnesota Vikings takes over around their own 56, worth -2.79 EP
KICK

Too far to price a realistic field-goal try from here (73 yards).

PUNT -1.01 EP
What Happened Model's Pick
  • Minnesota Vikings would take over around their own 17, worth -1.01 EP

The Verdict

Chose PUNT ✓ matched the model