Field Goal or Go for It? Fourth Down in the Two Minute Drill Game
Every two minute drill game eventually reaches a fourth down. The right choice in a two minute drill game depends on the score, the clock and where the ball is. Here is a simple way to decide your two minute drill game fourth down.
Field goal make chances in the two minute drill game
| Kick length | Chance to make it |
|---|---|
| 28 yards or less | 98% |
| 29 to 38 | 93% to 96% |
| 39 to 48 | 82% to 88% |
| 49 to 58 | 55% to 72% |
| 59 to 68 | 12% to 32% |
The kick length in the two minute drill game is the yards to the end zone plus 17.
Kick when
- A field goal ties or wins the two minute drill game.
- You are within about 50 yards and ahead or level late.
- The conversion needed is long.
Go for it when
- You need a touchdown, for example down four or more.
- You need one yard or less and are past midfield.
- Time is so short that giving the ball back ends your chances.
Punt when
You are deep in your own territory, the game is not close to ending, and you still have a chance to get the ball back. In the two minute drill game a punt averages about 44 yards.
Two-point tries
After a touchdown the choice is a one-point kick (about 94%) or a two-point try (about 48%). Going for two makes sense in the two minute drill game when it ties the score or changes the score you need from a touchdown to a field goal.