Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle engineered a remarkable fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle have taken over their Conference standings with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five seed with an eleven and four record.
Action Recap
Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for a big return, setting up a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited the comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play forced the contest into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning conversion.
Notable Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the crucial score.
- The young star now leads the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a career-high 225 receiving yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
