What’s more fun than second-guessing NFL coaches? Nothing, that’s what. So let’s do it every week, right here. We start with that classic coaching conundrum: Go for it on 4th down, or no?
The scenario: Sunday Night Football. Buffalo at Baltimore. The Bills receive the opening kickoff and begin marching up the field. On 4th and 1 at their own 39, the Bills opt to go for it … and Josh Allen converts with a three-yard rush. Then, three plays later, the Bills are once again facing a 4th-down question — this time, 4th and 2 at the 50-yard line.
Punt or go for it? Your call.
The case for punting: How many times do you want to throw your quarterback into the teeth of the defensive line, especially this early in the game? Plus, giving the ball to Baltimore at midfield, with Justin Tucker on the other sideline, is like handing the Ravens three points. Fold this hand and wait for some …