Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle staged a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference race with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to make two scoring throws, culminating in the tying score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for a big return, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the hope with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion sent the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his another TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Notable Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The young star now leads the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on 12 receptions in this game.
