Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff berth earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year absence.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their division's race with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth seed with an 11-4 record.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold had two picks but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the second TD to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for a big return, leading to a short touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided the hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion sent the game into an extra period.
Although Nacua scored for his second TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the decisive score.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The young star tops the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a career-high two hundred twenty-five yards on twelve catches in this game.
