Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle engineered a stunning fightback to overcome the Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their Conference standings with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Rams, who fell to the number five seed with an 11-4 record.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to make two scoring throws, culminating in the tying score to wideout Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at half-time before Walker burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, setting up a short score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion sent the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive conversion.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a career-high two hundred twenty-five yards on 12 catches in this contest.
