Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle engineered a remarkable comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a two-year absence.
With this result, the Seattle have taken over their Conference race with a twelve and three mark, supplanting the Rams, who fell to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Game Recap
Quarterback Darnold threw two picks but regrouped to make two scoring throws, culminating in the second TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play forced the game into an extra period.
Although Nacua raced in for his another TD in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Key Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the crucial score.
- The young star tops the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a personal-best two hundred twenty-five yards on twelve receptions in this contest.
