Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle engineered a remarkable comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a playoff berth 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 race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four standing.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the second score to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a 13-7 lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for Seattle.
Rams defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's first interception for a big return, setting up a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the end zone, and a converted conversion forced the contest into an extra period.
Although Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score.
Notable Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with 1,541 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 game.
