Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Receiver Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle engineered a remarkable comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight win.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their division's standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two interceptions but regrouped to make two touchdown passes, culminating in the second TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Walker burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for Seattle.
Rams cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's first interception for a big return, leading to a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed provided Seattle's comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion sent the game into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his another TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score.
Key Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The young star tops the league with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on twelve catches in this game.
