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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 Minnesota Vikings 4th & 7 at the 61

Minnesota Vikings 18 – Los Angeles Rams 15

What Actually Happened

(7:54) (Punt formation) 18-J.Locke punts 61 yards to end zone, Center-47-K.McDermott, Touchback.

The Three Options

GO -1.26 EP
  • 37% chance to convert: a fresh set of downs at the 54, worth +2.33 EP
  • 63% chance to fail: Los Angeles Rams takes over around their own 61, worth -3.35 EP
KICK

Too far to price a realistic field-goal try from here (78 yards).

PUNT -0.87 EP
What Happened Model's Pick
  • Los Angeles Rams would take over around their own 20, worth -0.87 EP

The Verdict

Chose PUNT ✓ matched the model