Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight win.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their Conference standings with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Rams, who fell to the number five seed with an 11-4 record.
Action Recap
Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the second TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point lead at the break before Walker burst through for a long scoring dash for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, leading to a short score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion sent the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning conversion.
Notable Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Nacua is second with 1,367, after claiming a personal-best 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this contest.
