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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 & 19 at the 71

Houston Texans 22 – New England Patriots 12

What Actually Happened

(5:59) 11-C.Johnston punts 45 yards to NE 26, Center-46-J.Weeks. 80-G.Olszewski to NE 39 for 13 yards (51-K.Grugier-Hill). Punt Hangtime: 4.65s

The Three Options

GO -2.54 EP
  • 22% chance to convert: a fresh set of downs at the 52, worth +2.73 EP
  • 78% chance to fail: New England Patriots takes over around their own 71, worth -4.06 EP
KICK

Too far to price a realistic field-goal try from here (88 yards).

PUNT -1.10 EP
What Happened Model's Pick
  • New England Patriots would take over around their own 29, worth -1.10 EP

The Verdict

Chose PUNT ✓ matched the model