Seahawks Secure Play-off Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning comeback to defeat the Rams in extra time, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seahawks have taken over their division's standings with a twelve and three mark, supplanting the Rams, who fell to the number five seed with an eleven and four standing.
Action Highlights
Signal-caller Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, including the second score to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a long scoring dash for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion forced the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his another touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning conversion.
Key Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The young star tops the league with over 1,500 yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 yards on 12 catches in this game.
