Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle staged a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a two-year absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the fifth seed with an eleven and four record.
Game Highlights
Signal-caller Sam Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the second score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Walker broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for Seattle.
Rams defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for a big return, setting up a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play sent the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 receiving yards on 12 receptions in this game.