Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight win.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a two-year hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four standing.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, including the second score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Walker burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for Seattle.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for a big return, leading to a short touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited the comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play forced the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning conversion.
Key Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this contest.
