Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle engineered a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seahawks have taken over their division's race with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who fell to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two picks but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the second score to wideout Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Walker burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, leading to a short score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play sent the contest into an extra period.
Although Nacua scored for his second touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The young star now leads the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
