Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their Conference race with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Game Highlights
Signal-caller Darnold had two picks but regrouped to make two scoring throws, culminating in the second score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point lead at the break before Walker burst through for a long scoring dash for the home side.
Rams defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for a big return, setting up a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play forced the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his another touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the game-winning conversion.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a career-high 225 receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.
