Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning fightback to overcome the Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a playoff berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seattle have taken over their division's standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth seed with an eleven and four record.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the second score to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Walker burst through for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for a big return, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play forced the contest into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The young star tops the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.
