[d4cohn]

If we are going to go for every fourth down, why don't we adopt that Arkansas high school coach's philosophy and go onside kick every time too (because the analytics say to do that too)?

Here is the thing about analytics (and yes I am a data scientist by profession): general, non-specific analytics are far less impactful than analytics customized to our team, our personnel, our strengths and limitations. What works for Texas may not work for us because e.g. we have more of a running QB, our kicker is hurt etc.

Utilize analytics and strategy that fits our team and where we stand honestly in terms of personnel.

[d4cohn]

If we are going to go for every fourth down, why don't we adopt that Arkansas high school coach's philosophy and go onside kick every time too (because the analytics say to do that too)?

Here is the thing about analytics (and yes I am a data scientist by profession): general, non-specific analytics are far less impactful than analytics customized to our team, our personnel, our strengths and limitations. What works for Texas may not work for us because e.g. we have more of a running QB, our kicker is hurt etc.

Utilize analytics and strategy that fits our team and where we stand honestly in terms of personnel.