Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a remarkable comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight win.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a two-year hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle have taken over their Conference standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Darnold threw two picks but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, including the tying score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Walker broke free for a long scoring dash for Seattle.
Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, leading to a short score by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed provided Seattle's comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play sent the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the game-winning conversion.
Notable Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 yards on twelve catches in this contest.
