Seattle Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to overcome the Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle have taken over their Conference standings with a 12-3 mark, supplanting the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Game Recap
Quarterback Darnold threw two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, culminating in the second score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker burst through for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the hope with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play sent the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive score.
Key Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star tops the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 yards on twelve catches in this contest.
