Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a remarkable fightback to defeat the Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Rams, who dropped to the fifth seed with an eleven and four record.
Action Recap
Signal-caller Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to make two touchdown passes, including the second score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point lead at half-time before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for a big return, setting up a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided the hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play sent the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another TD in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score.
Key Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.
