Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a remarkable fightback to overcome the Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seahawks have taken over their division's race with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the fifth seed with an eleven and four standing.
Game Highlights
Signal-caller Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to make two scoring throws, culminating in the second score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at the break before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a long scoring dash for the home side.
Rams defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's first interception for a big return, leading to a short score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided the comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion forced the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the crucial score.
- The young star tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a career-high 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this contest.
