Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a remarkable comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their division's race with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five seed with an 11-4 record.
Game Recap
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, culminating in the second score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point lead at the break before Walker burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for a big return, setting up a one-yard score by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed provided the 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 conversion.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The young star tops the league with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a career-high 225 receiving yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
