Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a remarkable comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seattle squad triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight win.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a two-year absence.
With this result, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference race with a twelve and three mark, supplanting the Rams, who fell to the number five seed with an 11-4 record.
Game Highlights
Signal-caller Darnold threw two picks but regrouped to make two touchdown passes, culminating in the second score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 lead at the break before Walker broke free for a long scoring dash for Seattle.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, leading to a short score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided the comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play forced the game into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 yards on twelve receptions in this game.
