What is a "two-point conversion"?

A "two-point conversion" refers to the play that a team can execute immediately following a touchdown to attempt to score an additional two points. After scoring a touchdown, the team has the option to either kick an extra point, which is worth one point, or try for the two-point conversion. In this conversion attempt, the offense must advance the ball into the end zone from the two-yard line. Successfully doing so adds two more points to their score, making the touchdown worth a total of eight points instead of just the standard six points.

This concept is integral to strategy in American football, as teams may opt for a two-point conversion depending on the game situation, score, and time remaining. The other options do not accurately represent what a two-point conversion is and are not reflective of game mechanics, making them less relevant in the context of scoring in football.