Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning fightback to defeat the Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their Conference standings with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Game Recap
Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the tying score to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Walker burst through for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided the comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play forced the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive score.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the season.
- Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best two hundred twenty-five yards on twelve receptions in this contest.
