Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth 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 Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a two-year absence.
With this result, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five seed with an 11-4 standing.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Sam Darnold had two picks but regrouped to make two scoring throws, including the tying TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at half-time before Walker burst through for a long scoring dash for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, setting up a short score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play sent the game into an extra period.
Although Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive score.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
