Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Receiver Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a two-year hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 standing.
Game Recap
Quarterback Darnold threw two picks but recovered to make two touchdown passes, culminating in the second TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for a big return, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead 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 forced the game into an extra period.
Although Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The young star now leads the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best 225 yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
