Game Basics
What is Try in college football?
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In college football, Try means: The untimed scoring attempt after a touchdown, usually a PAT kick or two-point conversion attempt. It is used to describe game basics context in college football.
Quick Answer
In college football, Try means: The untimed scoring attempt after a touchdown, usually a PAT kick or two-point conversion attempt. It is used to describe game basics context in college football.
Definition
The untimed scoring attempt after a touchdown, usually a PAT kick or two-point conversion attempt.
How CFB Track Uses It
CFBTrack uses Try context to connect glossary definitions with the stats, schedules, teams, players, and rankings that use the term.
Related Glossary Terms
Point After TouchdownA scoring attempt after a touchdown.Two-Point ConversionA post-touchdown try where the offense attempts to score from short range for two points instead of kicking for one.TouchdownA six-point score earned when a player carries, catches, or legally possesses the ball in the opponent's end zone.Booth ReviewA replay review initiated by the replay official rather than by a coach.BoundaryThe short side of the field when the ball is spotted closer to one sideline.Coach's ChallengeA request by a coach asking officials to review a play, subject to challenge rules and timeout availability.
Last reviewed 2026-04-24