Seahawks Secure Postseason Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning comeback to defeat the Rams in overtime, clinching their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight win.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle have taken over their Conference race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 standing.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two picks but regrouped to make two touchdown passes, including the second score to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at half-time before Walker burst through for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for a big return, setting up a short score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion forced the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another TD in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive score.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star now leads the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 catches in this contest.
