Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a remarkable fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their division's standings with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Action Recap
Signal-caller Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to make two scoring throws, culminating in the second score to wideout Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Walker burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for a big return, setting up a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited the comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play sent the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning conversion.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this game.
