For the Win

I have no problem with Doug Pederson's decision to go for two and the win this afternoon in Baltimore. In fact, I applaud it.

The Eagles aren't going to to the playoffs. They're playing on the road against a better (playoff) team. The weather is a definite factor in the kicking game and thus field position. They have the momentum having 1) forced the Ravens to punt and 2) drove 60 yards for the tying/winning score.

Why not go for it? If you lose the coin flip for the OT quarter you're going to be at a distinct disadvantage for the whole period. And the 2 pointer gives you about the same percentage chance of conversion. In addition, you have to consider kicking the PAT into a swirling wind which is no gimme.

Pederson's been criticized all year for some over-aggressive 4th down decisions, but this one isn't one of them.