Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a playoff berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's standings with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four standing.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to make two scoring throws, culminating in the second score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a 13-7 lead at the break before Walker burst through for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Rams defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a short score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed provided Seattle's comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion sent the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The young star now leads the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best 225 receiving yards on twelve catches in this contest.
