Seattle Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Receiver Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a stunning fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's standings with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five seed with an eleven and four standing.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to make two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying score to wideout Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker broke free for a long scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for a big return, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play sent the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning conversion.
Key Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this game.
