Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight win.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their Conference race with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who fell to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four standing.
Action Recap
Quarterback Darnold had two picks but regrouped to make two scoring throws, culminating in the second score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, setting up a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play sent the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second TD in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Notable Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best two hundred twenty-five yards on twelve catches in this contest.
