Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.

Game-winning play in the extra period

Receiver Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.

The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the NFL play-offs.

Rallying from a sixteen-point deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.

While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.

With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their division's race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the fifth seed with an 11-4 standing.

Game Highlights

Quarterback Darnold threw two picks but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the tying score to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.

The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.

Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the next play.

In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a spectacular return for a score.

Darnold then found AJ Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion sent the contest into an extra period.

Although Nacua raced in for his second TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the decisive score.

Key Stats

  • Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial score.
  • The young star now leads the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season.
  • Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 yards on 12 receptions in this game.
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