Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Rams had already secured a playoff berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their Conference standings with a 12-3 mark, supplanting the Rams, who dropped to the fifth seed with an 11-4 record.
Action Recap
Quarterback Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the second TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point lead at the break before Walker broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for Seattle.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed provided Seattle's comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play forced the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the overtime score.
- The young star now leads the NFL with 1,541 yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best two hundred twenty-five yards on twelve receptions in this contest.