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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 Carolina Panthers 4th & 9 at the 82

Carolina Panthers 6 – Indianapolis Colts 24

What Actually Happened

(7:34) (Punt formation) 5-M.Palardy punts 53 yards to IND 29, Center-44-J.Jansen. 21-N.Hines for 71 yards, TOUCHDOWN.

The Three Options

GO -2.39 EP
  • 36% chance to convert: a fresh set of downs at the 73, worth +1.77 EP
  • 64% chance to fail: Indianapolis Colts takes over around their own 82, worth -4.73 EP
KICK

Too far to price a realistic field-goal try from here (99 yards).

PUNT -1.56 EP
What Happened Model's Pick
  • Indianapolis Colts would take over around their own 40, worth -1.56 EP

The Verdict

Chose PUNT ✓ matched the model