Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle staged a stunning comeback to overcome the Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Rams had already secured a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's standings with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 standing.
Action Recap
Signal-caller Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the second score to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for a big return, setting up a one-yard score by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play forced the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second TD in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning conversion.
Key Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best two hundred twenty-five yards on twelve receptions in this game.