Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Rams had already secured a playoff berth earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team secured their place to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their Conference standings with a 12-3 record, supplanting the Rams, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Action Recap
Signal-caller Sam Darnold threw two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, culminating in the second score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard score by Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed provided the hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion sent the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another TD in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the crucial score.
- The young star tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 catches in this contest.