Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Receiver Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year absence.
With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their division's race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five seed with an 11-4 record.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to make two scoring throws, culminating in the tying TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for a big return, leading to a one-yard score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play forced the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a career-high 225 yards on twelve receptions in this contest.
