Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to overcome the Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a two-year absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five seed with an eleven and four record.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to make two touchdown passes, including the second score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long scoring dash for the home side.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for a big return, leading to a short score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided the hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion sent the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another TD in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the game-winning conversion.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the crucial score.
- The young star now leads the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this contest.
