Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle staged a stunning comeback to defeat the Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their division's race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five seed with an eleven and four standing.
Game Recap
Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to make two scoring throws, culminating in the second score to wideout Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a long scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for a big return, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed provided the hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion sent the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another TD in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The young star now leads the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a personal-best 225 receiving yards on 12 receptions in this game.
