Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning comeback to overcome the Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their Conference standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five seed with an 11-4 record.
Game Recap
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the tying score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play forced the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the decisive score.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star tops the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, after claiming a personal-best 225 yards on twelve catches in this game.