Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle engineered a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a sixteen-point hole in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight win.
While the Rams had already secured a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their division's race with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five seed with an eleven and four standing.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the second TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long scoring dash for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion forced the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the decisive conversion.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a career-high 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this contest.
