Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their Conference standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five seed with an eleven and four standing.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to make two scoring throws, culminating in the second score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at half-time before Walker burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a short score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the comeback with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play forced the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning conversion.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the overtime score.
- The young star now leads the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best 225 yards on twelve catches in this game.
