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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 Atlanta Falcons 4th & 20 at the 85

Atlanta Falcons 3 – Dallas Cowboys 21

What Actually Happened

(6:01) 12-D.Colquitt punts 60 yards to DAL 25, Center-47-J.Harris. 88-C.Lamb to DAL 41 for 16 yards (47-J.Harris).

The Three Options

GO -3.27 EP
  • 27% chance to convert: a fresh set of downs at the 65, worth +1.42 EP
  • 73% chance to fail: Dallas Cowboys takes over around their own 85, worth -4.97 EP
KICK

Too far to price a realistic field-goal try from here (102 yards).

PUNT -2.26 EP
What Happened Model's Pick
  • Dallas Cowboys would take over around their own 43, worth -2.26 EP

The Verdict

Chose PUNT ✓ matched the model