Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning comeback to defeat the Rams in overtime, clinching their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight win.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their Conference standings with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two interceptions but regrouped to deliver two touchdown passes, including the second TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point lead at half-time before Walker broke free for a long scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion forced the contest into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Notable Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best 225 yards on 12 catches in this game.
