Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a stunning fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's standings with a twelve and three mark, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Game Highlights
Signal-caller Sam Darnold had two picks but regrouped to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the second score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Walker burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for a big return, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion forced the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive score.
Notable Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 yards on twelve catches in this contest.
