Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle engineered a stunning comeback to overcome the Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a two-year absence.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their division's race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the fifth seed with an eleven and four record.
Game Highlights
Signal-caller Sam Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the second score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for a big return, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard 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 second TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the decisive conversion.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star now leads the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best two hundred twenty-five yards on twelve receptions in this contest.