[larrymcg421]

Originally Posted by Butter

Because in your 2nd paragraph, if you are down 15, score a TD and go for 2 and miss, then you are down 9. That's still 2 scores away. A one score game puts more pressure on the other team and does give you more leeway to play conventionally longer.

But if we're assuming you miss the 2 pt conversion either way, then you want that information on the first attempt. That way you know you need 2 more scores and can adjust your offense accordingly. If you kick the EP and play conventionally, then you have fewer options if you miss the 2pt conversion on the 2nd try.