Seattle Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight win.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's standings with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five seed with an 11-4 record.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Darnold had two picks but regrouped to make two scoring throws, culminating in the tying TD to wideout 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 took back Darnold's first pick for a big return, setting up a short score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion forced the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his another TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the decisive conversion.
Key Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The young star now leads the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on twelve catches in this game.
