Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight win.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth seed with an 11-4 standing.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to make two touchdown passes, including the second score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, setting up a short score by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a converted conversion sent the game into an extra period.
Although Nacua scored for his second TD in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The young star now leads the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 receiving yards on 12 receptions in this game.