Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their place in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight win.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their Conference standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four standing.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Darnold had two picks but regrouped to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point lead at the break before Walker burst through for a long scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited the comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play sent the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive score.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with over 1,500 yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a career-high 225 yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
