Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle staged a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad triumphed by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 standing.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Sam Darnold had two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the tying TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited the comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play forced the game into an extra period.
Although Nacua scored for his second TD in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive score.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star tops the league with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this game.
