Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a stunning fightback to overcome the Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a two-year hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their Conference standings with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five seed with an eleven and four standing.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold threw two picks but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the second score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for a big return, setting up a short score by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited the comeback with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion sent the game into an extra period.
Although Nacua scored for his another TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a career-high 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this game.
