Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to overcome the Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team secured their place to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five seed with an 11-4 standing.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Darnold had two picks but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the second score to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at the break before Walker broke free for a long scoring dash for Seattle.
Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, setting up a short score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, 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 sent the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive score.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The young star tops the league with over 1,500 yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is second with 1,367, after claiming a personal-best two hundred twenty-five yards on 12 catches in this contest.
