Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a two-year hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference standings with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 standing.
Game Recap
Quarterback Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, including the second TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for Seattle.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a one-yard score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play forced the contest into an extra period.
Although Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star now leads the league with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.
