Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle engineered a remarkable comeback to overcome the Rams in overtime, clinching their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a two-year absence.
With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their division's race with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four standing.
Action Highlights
Signal-caller Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the second TD to wideout Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a short touchdown by Blake 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 ignited Seattle's hope with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion sent the game into an extra period.
Although Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime score.
- The young star tops the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a career-high two hundred twenty-five yards on 12 catches in this game.
