Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a remarkable comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seattle squad triumphed by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight win.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a two-year hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a 12-3 record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Game Recap
Quarterback Darnold had two picks but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the second TD to wideout Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard score by Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion forced the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his second TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Notable Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial score.
- The young star tops the league with 1,541 receiving 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.
