Seahawks Secure Postseason Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight win.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year absence.
With this result, the Seahawks have taken over their division's race with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Game Highlights
Signal-caller Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the second score 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 took back Darnold's first interception for a big return, leading to a short touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play forced the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second TD in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning conversion.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The young star now leads the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, after claiming a career-high two hundred twenty-five yards on twelve catches in this game.
