Seahawks Secure Postseason Berth with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a stunning fightback to defeat the Rams in extra time, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their division's standings with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five seed with an 11-4 record.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Sam Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the second score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Walker burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion sent the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his another TD in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Key Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 receptions in this game.
