Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Receiver Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a remarkable comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a two-year hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's standings with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who fell to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the tying TD to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited the comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion forced the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the decisive conversion.
Notable Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The young star tops the league with over 1,500 yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a career-high 225 yards on 12 catches in this game.
