1. When in doubt.
2. Normally for every touchdown lead you have, you should kick a down earlier.
3. Kick early with a strong wind or against a weak offense. From 40 to 40-yard line, kick straight away and high. Inside 40-yard line kick out of bounds.
4. When score is even, or you are ahead, always make safe kick to 3-down zone.
5. Kick early on a wet field; let the opponents handle the ball.
When Not To Pass:
1. When the opponent expects a pass.
2. When you have two downs to make six yards or less.
3. In your own territory, just before half-time.
4. When backed up and you are ahead.