Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle staged a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their division's race with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who fell to the fifth seed with an 11-4 record.
Action Highlights
Signal-caller Sam Darnold had two interceptions but regrouped to make two scoring throws, including the second TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play forced the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a career-high two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on twelve receptions in this game.
