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What exactly happened on Giants' failed 2-point try with Saquon Barkley vs. Jaguars?

Somewhat puzzlingly, the Giants handed the ball off to Saquon Barkley on a two-point conversion attempt one play after the rookie running back rattled off a 68-yard touchdown run to pull within 20-15, without calling a timeout.

Barkley was stopped short of the goal line by Jaguars defensive end Calais Campbell, which forced the Giants to think about scoring a touchdown late rather than potentially game-planning for a game-tying field goal.

"We made a big play," Campbell told reporters after the game. "An incredible play. ""Okay, they're going for two?