Njigba for a 14-yard touchdown that gave the Seattle Seahawks a lead over the Los Angeles Rams.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold slings a 13-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Cooper Kupp against the Los Angeles Rams during the NFC Championship Game of the 2025 NFL season.

Seahawks quarterback became the second quarterback in NFL history to have consecutive 14-win seasons after Tom Brady.

Sam Darnold found Cooper Kupp for a 13-yard touchdown that extended the Seattle Seahawks' lead over the Los Angeles Rams.

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba leaks out of the backfield for a wide open 14-yard touchdown on a pass from quarterback Sam Darnold against the Los Angeles Rams during the NFC Championship Game of the 2025 NFL season.

Los Angeles Rams tight end Colby Parkinson catches a 16-yard pass from quarterback Matthew Stafford against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford plows forward for a 3-yard rushing gain to convert on a fourth down against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field.

Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams is wide-open on 9-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Matthew Stafford to cap an 87-yard drive. Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba leaks out of the backfield for a wide open 14-yard touchdown to take a 16-13 lead over the Los Angeles Rams before halftime.

Sam Darnold's journey in the NFL has been marked by ups and downs, but his recent performance against the 49ers demonstrated his growth as a quarterback. By successfully finding Smith-Njigba in the end zone, Darnold not only extended the Seahawks' lead but also displayed his improved decision-making and accuracy.