Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Game Recap
Quarterback Darnold had two picks but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a converted conversion sent the game into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score.
Notable Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, after claiming a career-high two hundred twenty-five yards on twelve receptions in this game.