Depends, is it a young buck with a broken rack? How close to the end of the season? Have I seen many deer? Is the Freezer going to empty for a year if I don't? Most cases, I would not. If it was an older buck on his last leg and my tag was going to go unfilled, sure. Most cases I would pass. He could have a nice full rack next year and be the buck of my dreams. Id rather shoot a nice doe than take a buck that has potential to be a dandy next year. I think it all depends on the hunting pressure, if your a meat hunter and what your idea of a "Trophy" is. Too many vairables for me.