Why You Should Punt Less Frequently

It’s common to see football teams punt on the fourth down, but perhaps they should punt less. Redefining game strategy is easier said than done, but it may be worth it in the long run. Economist David Romer suggests why the NFL teams would be wise to punt less frequently and “go for it” on fourth down. And as fathers, we would be wise to heed Romer’s warnings as they apply to the realm of fatherhood. Punting certain responsibilities has become the norm, but long-term gain is only found when we make the decision to go for it on a daily basis.

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