Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Receiver Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning fightback to overcome the Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles 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 absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the fifth seed with an 11-4 standing.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to make two scoring throws, culminating in the second TD to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point lead at half-time before Walker burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted conversion forced the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the game-winning conversion.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the overtime score.
- The young star now leads the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.
