Seattle Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to overcome the Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Rams had already secured a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five seed with an eleven and four record.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to make two touchdown passes, including the second score to wideout Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point lead at the break before Walker burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for a big return, setting up a short score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a converted conversion forced the contest into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive score.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a personal-best two hundred twenty-five yards on 12 catches in this contest.
