I would argue, from the coach's perspective, the quantity to be maximized is not the probability of winning but the probability of retaining their job. 2-pt con

I would argue, from the coach's perspective, the quantity to be maximized is not the probability of winning but the probability of retaining their job. 2-pt conversion calls are are judged harshly when they fail, however unfairly, and it's likely in a coach's best interest to just stay conservative and avoid scrutiny, even if that means playing sub-optimally.