Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Receiver Saubert made the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a stunning comeback to overcome the Rams in overtime, clinching their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seattle squad triumphed by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Rams had already secured a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their division's standings with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Rams, who fell to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four standing.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold threw two picks but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the second score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard score by Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited the hope with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion sent the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning conversion.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 receptions in this game.
