Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Rams 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 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their Conference standings with a 12-3 mark, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 standing.
Action Recap
Quarterback Darnold had two picks but regrouped to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the second score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point lead at half-time before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for a big return, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play forced the contest into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second TD in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The young star now leads the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 catches in this contest.