Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle staged a stunning fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight win.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a 12-3 record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth seed with an eleven and four record.
Action Highlights
Signal-caller Darnold had two picks but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the tying TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point lead at half-time before Walker burst through for a long scoring dash for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided the hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion sent the contest 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 Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The young star now leads the league with 1,541 yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, after claiming a career-high 225 receiving yards on 12 receptions in this game.
