Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle staged a stunning fightback to overcome the Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight win.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their division's race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth seed with an 11-4 standing.
Action Recap
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, culminating in the second TD to wideout Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Walker burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Rams defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play forced the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The young star tops the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best two hundred twenty-five yards on twelve receptions in this contest.
