Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a stunning fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight win.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a two-year absence.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their Conference standings with a 12-3 mark, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Action Recap
Quarterback Darnold had two picks but recovered to make two touchdown passes, including the tying score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a 13-7 lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion forced the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive score.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The young star now leads the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a career-high 225 receiving yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
