Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their division's standings with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five seed with an eleven and four record.
Action Highlights
Signal-caller Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, including the second TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point lead at the break before Walker burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick 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 Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a converted conversion sent the game into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his second TD in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with 1,541 yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a career-high 225 yards on 12 catches in this contest.