Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a remarkable comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the final period, the Seattle squad triumphed by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a post-season berth 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 Los Angeles, who fell to the number five seed with an eleven and four record.
Game Recap
Quarterback Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the tying score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at the break before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a short score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited the comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play forced the game into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his second TD in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this game.
