Seattle Seahawks Secure Postseason Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a remarkable fightback to overcome the Rams in overtime, securing their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a two-year hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their Conference standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the fifth seed with an 11-4 record.
Game Recap
Quarterback Darnold had two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, culminating in the second TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Walker broke free for a long scoring dash for the home side.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for a big return, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed provided Seattle's comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion sent the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second TD in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Key Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star tops the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a career-high 225 yards on twelve receptions in this contest.
