Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning fightback to defeat the Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their division's standings with a 12-3 record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four standing.
Action Recap
Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to make two scoring throws, including the second TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Walker burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Rams defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, setting up a short score by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion forced the game into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his second TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The young star now leads the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on twelve catches in this game.
