Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a remarkable fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the fifth seed with an 11-4 record.
Action Recap
Signal-caller Darnold threw two picks but regrouped to make two scoring throws, culminating in the tying TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for a big return, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion sent the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Key Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a career-high 225 yards on twelve catches in this contest.
