Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle engineered a stunning comeback to defeat the Rams in overtime, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle have taken over their division's standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five seed with an eleven and four standing.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to make two touchdown passes, culminating in the second TD to wideout Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at the break before Walker broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for a big return, leading to a one-yard score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted conversion forced the game into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the decisive score.
Key Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The young star tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best 225 yards on twelve receptions in this game.
