Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle engineered a stunning fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight win.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their Conference race with a 12-3 mark, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Game Highlights
Signal-caller Darnold threw two picks but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the second score to wideout Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for a big return, setting up a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play forced the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second TD in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the crucial score.
- The young star now leads the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best 225 receiving yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
