When opening the pot it is best to play either raise or fold You should put pressure on the players in the blinds and not allow them to see the flop too cheaply or even for free You should have raised

However, if you choose to just call the bet, you are giving the blinds the opportunity to see the flop with a weak hand, which can result in a more difficult situation for you on later streets. Additionally, by raising, you are likely to narrow the field and increase your chances of winning the pot. Therefore, it is generally recommended to either raise or fold when opening the pot.