Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Receiver Saubert made the decisive two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight win.
While the Rams had already secured a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a two-year absence.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a twelve and three mark, supplanting the Los Angeles, who fell to the fifth seed with an 11-4 standing.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Darnold had two picks but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited the comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion forced the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the decisive conversion.
Notable Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The young star tops the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
