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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 & 4 at the 84

Houston Texans 14 – New England Patriots 3

What Actually Happened

(1:12) 9-B.Anger punts 53 yards to NE 31, Center-46-J.Weeks, fair catch by 14-M.Sanu. Punt Hangtime: 4.59s

The Three Options

GO -2.03 EP
  • 49% chance to convert: a fresh set of downs at the 80, worth +0.62 EP
  • 51% chance to fail: New England Patriots takes over around their own 84, worth -4.53 EP
KICK

Too far to price a realistic field-goal try from here (101 yards).

PUNT -1.62 EP
What Happened Model's Pick
  • New England Patriots would take over around their own 42, worth -1.62 EP

The Verdict

Chose PUNT ✓ matched the model