I think a lot of it depends on where on the field you are. If you're too far away to get it close to the end zone in the air then laterals are a better option.I've never understood the move from Hail Mary passes to an endless stream of laterals. With the HM, you only need a guy to catch the ball once. With the endless laterals, you need players constantly in the right position, always behind the person with the ball, and no mistakes. Neither have high chances, but I'd go HM every time.