Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a remarkable comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle have taken over their division's race with a 12-3 record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Darnold threw two picks but recovered to make two touchdown passes, including the tying TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed provided Seattle's comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play sent the contest into an extra period.
Although Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive score.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The young star now leads the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a career-high 225 yards on 12 catches in this game.
