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Originally posted by evenodds
This is why I will never gamble with you for money.
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I would. Those numbers aren't based on game-ending, do-or-die scenarios. In his example, the Eagles had everything to lose on that play and GB, while having everything to gain, had (as he said), not that much to lose. Having everything to gain is not the same as having everything to lose (anyone who's played sports will tell you that). Although, GB had been running it down their throat all day, everything changes in that situation. And 20 yards closer with so little time left on the clock is HUGE.
Also, GB would have faced MUCH more criticism if they had gone for it and failed. As it stands, they backed Philly up to the 20 and Philly had to make a miracle 4th down, 26 yard reception (with a generous spot, I might add) to come out on top. Go with your defense that had played very well up until that point.
TM
