If you intercept a two-point conversion attempt in American football, the defensive team can return the ball to the opposite end zone for a defensive two-point conversion, scoring two points for their team. This rule applies in college, professional (NFL), and Canadian football. The play remains live after the interception, allowing the defense to score by advancing the ball across the opponent's goal line. If successful, the defense earns two points, and the team that scored the original touchdown then kicks off as usual

. This defensive two-point return is relatively rare but can be decisive in games. For example, Eric Berry of the Kansas City Chiefs famously returned an interception 99 yards for two points in an NFL game in 2016

. Statistically, plays during conversion attempts (including interceptions) do not count toward individual player stats like interceptions or return yards, but the two points scored are recorded

. In summary:

• Interception on a two-point conversion attempt is a live ball.
• Defense can return it for two points.
• The scoring team then kicks off normally.
• Defensive two-point conversions are rare but possible and count on the scoreboard.
• Individual stats for interceptions or return yards on conversion tries are not recorded.

This rule was adopted by the NFL starting in the 2015 season; before that, the play was dead as soon as the defense gained possession