Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle engineered a stunning fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a two-year hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a 12-3 mark, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth seed with an 11-4 record.
Action Recap
Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the second TD to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker burst through for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Rams cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed provided Seattle's comeback with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play forced the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the decisive score.
Notable Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star now leads the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 yards on 12 catches in this contest.
