Seattle Seahawks Secure Postseason Berth with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight win.
While the Rams had already secured a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five seed with an 11-4 record.
Game Recap
Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the tying TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Rams defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, leading to a short touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion forced the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning conversion.
Key Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a career-high two hundred twenty-five yards on 12 catches in this contest.
