Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle staged a stunning fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Rams had already secured a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's standings with a 12-3 record, supplanting the Rams, who fell to the fifth seed with an 11-4 record.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the second TD to wideout 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 scoring dash for the home side.
Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited the comeback with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play forced the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive score.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the overtime score.
- The young star now leads the league with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best two hundred twenty-five yards on twelve catches in this contest.
