Seattle Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 standing.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Sam Darnold had two picks but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, including the second TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point lead at half-time before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for a big return, setting up a one-yard score by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed provided the hope with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion forced the game into an extra period.
Although Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive score.
Key Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star now leads the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on 12 catches in this game.
