The two-point conversion is a play teams use after scoring a touchdown. Instead of kicking an extra point, the offense gets one chance to run or pass the ball into the end zone from the 2-yard line. If they score — they earn 2 points.

🤔 Why Do Teams Use It?

• 📊 To catch up faster when they are behind
• 🎯 To increase their lead late in the game
• 🧠 Strategic decisions based on analytics

⚠️ Key Rule

If the attempt fails, the team gets zero points — meaning the risk must be worth it.

🔥 Example

If a team is losing 21–14, a touchdown plus a two-point conversion ties the game at 21–21.

Simple, high-risk — but game-changing.

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