Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle engineered a stunning fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the postseason.
Rallying from a sixteen-point deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's standings with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who fell to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Game Highlights
Signal-caller Darnold threw two picks but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, including the tying score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at the break before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided the hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play sent the game into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his another TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Notable Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The young star now leads the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.
