Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a remarkable comeback to overcome the Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a two-year absence.
With this result, the Seattle have taken over their Conference race with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five seed with an 11-4 standing.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two interceptions but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, including the second TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a long scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for a big return, setting up a short score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion forced the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive conversion.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The young star now leads the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 yards on twelve catches in this game.
