Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle engineered a remarkable fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their Conference race with a 12-3 mark, supplanting the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Game Highlights
Signal-caller Darnold had two interceptions but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the tying TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for a big return, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play sent the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the crucial score.
- The young star tops the league with 1,541 yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 yards on 12 receptions in this game.
