Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Rams had already secured a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference race with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 standing.
Game Recap
Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, including the tying TD to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a 13-7 lead at the break before Walker burst through for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, leading to a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a converted conversion sent the contest into an extra period.
Although Nacua raced in for his another TD in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best 225 yards on twelve receptions in this game.
