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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 Chicago Bears 4th & 12 at the 68

Chicago Bears 21 – Atlanta Falcons 7

What Actually Happened

(1:52) 16-T.Gill punts 53 yards to ATL 15, Center-48-P.Scales. 20-D.Alford to ATL 27 for 12 yards (57-J.Sanborn).

The Three Options

GO -1.73 EP
  • 30% chance to convert: a fresh set of downs at the 56, worth +2.26 EP
  • 70% chance to fail: Atlanta Falcons takes over around their own 68, worth -3.47 EP
KICK

Too far to price a realistic field-goal try from here (85 yards).

PUNT -0.91 EP
What Happened Model's Pick
  • Atlanta Falcons would take over around their own 26, worth -0.91 EP

The Verdict

Chose PUNT ✓ matched the model