Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a remarkable fightback to overcome the Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Rams had already secured a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four standing.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the second score to wideout Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point lead at the break before Walker broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for Seattle.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for a big return, leading to a short score by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play sent the contest into an extra period.
Although Nacua raced in for his another TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive score.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
