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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 Seattle Seahawks 4th & 8 at the 73

Seattle Seahawks 17 – Carolina Panthers 27

What Actually Happened

(6:28) 4-M.Dickson punts 49 yards to CAR 24, Center-46-C.Tinker. 12-S.Smith to CAR 35 for 11 yards (46-C.Tinker).

The Three Options

GO -2.09 EP
  • 40% chance to convert: a fresh set of downs at the 65, worth +1.18 EP
  • 60% chance to fail: Carolina Panthers takes over around their own 73, worth -4.28 EP
KICK

Too far to price a realistic field-goal try from here (90 yards).

PUNT -1.73 EP
What Happened Model's Pick
  • Carolina Panthers would take over around their own 31, worth -1.73 EP

The Verdict

Chose PUNT ✓ matched the model