Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning comeback to overcome the Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their Conference race with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Rams, who dropped to the fifth seed with an eleven and four record.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to make two scoring throws, including the second score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for a big return, setting up a short score by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play sent the game into an extra period.
Although Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this contest.
