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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 Houston Texans 4th & 9 at the 73

Houston Texans 27 – Las Vegas Raiders 14

What Actually Happened

(6:34) 9-S.Lechler punts 55 yards to LV 18, Center-46-J.Weeks. 30-J.Richard to LV 19 for 1 yard (20-D.Jones).

The Three Options

GO -2.18 EP
  • 35% chance to convert: a fresh set of downs at the 64, worth +1.59 EP
  • 65% chance to fail: Las Vegas Raiders takes over around their own 73, worth -4.20 EP
KICK

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

PUNT -1.38 EP
What Happened Model's Pick
  • Las Vegas Raiders would take over around their own 31, worth -1.38 EP

The Verdict

Chose PUNT ✓ matched the model