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Football Down & Distance Calculator

Calculate yards needed and conversion percentage for any down and distance situation.

Down & distance

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Frequently asked questions

When should a team go for it on 4th down?

Modern analytics strongly favour going for it at 4th and 1-2 beyond the opponent's 40-yard line and at 4th and 1-4 in opponent territory below the 40. Most coaches are too conservative — the expected value of going for it outperforms punting or kicking in most of these situations.