Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle staged a remarkable fightback to overcome the Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five seed with an 11-4 standing.
Game Recap
Quarterback Darnold had two interceptions but regrouped to make two scoring throws, including the tying TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point lead at the break before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard score by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion forced the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Notable Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The young star tops the league with 1,541 yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a career-high two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.
