Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Saubert made the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Rams in overtime, clinching their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their Conference race with a 12-3 record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth seed with an eleven and four record.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, including the second TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point lead at half-time before Walker burst through for a long scoring dash for the home side.
Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the end zone, and a successful 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 game-winning conversion.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star tops the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best 225 yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
