Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning comeback to defeat the Rams in overtime, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight win.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their division's race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Darnold had two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the second score to wideout Jaxon 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 the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion forced the game into an extra period.
Although Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the game-winning conversion.
Key Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the overtime score.
- The young star now leads the league with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high two hundred twenty-five yards on 12 receptions in this game.
