Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning fightback to overcome the Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a two-year absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their Conference standings with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five seed with an eleven and four record.
Game Recap
Quarterback Darnold had two interceptions but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the tying score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a long scoring dash for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for a big return, setting up a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed provided the comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play forced the game into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his another TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, after claiming a career-high 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this contest.
