Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Receiver Saubert made the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seattle squad triumphed by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight win.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team secured their place to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their division's standings with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 standing.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold had two picks but regrouped to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point advantage 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, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play sent the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the crucial score.
- The young star tops the league with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 receptions in this game.
