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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 & 8 at the 77

Houston Texans 10 – Dallas Cowboys 14

What Actually Happened

(3:52) 11-C.Johnston punts 50 yards to DAL 27, Center-46-J.Weeks. 9-K.Turpin to DAL 36 for 9 yards (15-C.Moore).

The Three Options

GO -2.34 EP
  • 35% chance to convert: a fresh set of downs at the 69, worth +1.51 EP
  • 65% chance to fail: Dallas Cowboys takes over around their own 77, worth -4.42 EP
KICK

Too far to price a realistic field-goal try from here (94 yards).

PUNT -1.67 EP
What Happened Model's Pick
  • Dallas Cowboys would take over around their own 34, worth -1.67 EP

The Verdict

Chose PUNT ✓ matched the model