Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to overcome the Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles 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 Seattle now lead their Conference race with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the fifth seed with an eleven and four standing.
Action Recap
Quarterback Darnold threw two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the second TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for a big return, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play forced the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Key Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The young star now leads the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the season.
- Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.
