Seattle Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the decisive two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a two-year hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle have taken over their division's standings with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five seed with an 11-4 record.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Darnold threw two picks but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the second score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at half-time before Walker burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided Seattle's comeback with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play forced the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive conversion.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the overtime score.
- The young star tops the league with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 receptions in this game.
