Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a stunning fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their Conference race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth seed with an 11-4 standing.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point lead at the break before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion sent the contest into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another TD in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Key Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a career-high two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on twelve catches in this game.
