Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle staged a stunning fightback to defeat the Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their Conference standings with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five seed with an 11-4 standing.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Darnold had two interceptions but regrouped to make two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a short score by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion sent the game into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his second TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a career-high 225 receiving yards on twelve catches in this contest.