Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their place in the postseason.
Rallying from a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive 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 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their Conference standings with a 12-3 mark, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five seed with an 11-4 standing.
Action Recap
Quarterback Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the second score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for a big return, leading to a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion forced the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Key Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a career-high 225 yards on 12 receptions in this game.
