Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference standings with a twelve and three mark, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Action Recap
Quarterback Darnold had two picks but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the second TD to wideout Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's first interception for a big return, setting up a one-yard score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a converted conversion forced the game into an extra period.
Although Nacua scored for his another TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime score.
- The young star now leads the league with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a career-high 225 yards on twelve receptions in this contest.
