Seahawks Secure Postseason Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a remarkable comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a sixteen-point deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four standing.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two picks but regrouped to make two scoring throws, including the second score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at the break before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided Seattle's comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play forced the game into an extra period.
Although Nacua scored for his another touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Notable Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 yards on twelve receptions in this game.