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Every real option on this 4th down, priced in expected points, the same math behind every call this site grades. ?

Q2 Houston Texans 4th & 3 at the 68

Houston Texans 5 – Arizona Cardinals 14

What Actually Happened

(1:43) 11-C.Johnston punts 42 yards to ARI 26, Center-46-J.Weeks, out of bounds.

The Three Options

GO -1.11 EP
Model's Pick
  • 50% chance to convert: a fresh set of downs at the 65, worth +1.41 EP
  • 50% chance to fail: Arizona Cardinals takes over around their own 68, worth -3.69 EP
KICK

Too far to price a realistic field-goal try from here (85 yards).

PUNT -1.19 EP
What Happened
  • Arizona Cardinals would take over around their own 26, worth -1.19 EP

The Verdict

Chose PUNT ✓ matched the model