It seems that Sorkin wants to convict Jobs of lacking the moral character for not using his wealth and prominent position in the world of commerce to set an example for others less wealthy and less powerful than him.
But Townsend says the way he was drafted in to play at number 10 in the next match against Ireland not only allowed him to demonstrate his worth in the position, but also his strength of character.
In all these novels, it seems that when the main character finally gains an insight into the meaning of his life, and is in a position to take some control over it, it is already too late.