Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to overcome the Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a two-year absence.
With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their Conference race with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold threw two picks but regrouped to make two touchdown passes, including the tying score to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point lead at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Rams defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's first interception for a big return, setting up a one-yard score by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided the hope with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play sent the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive conversion.
Notable Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The young star now leads the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a career-high 225 yards on twelve receptions in this contest.
