Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to overcome the Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their Conference standings with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Rams, who fell to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Game Recap
Quarterback Darnold threw two picks but regrouped to make two scoring throws, including the second TD to wideout Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point lead at half-time before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited the comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play forced the contest into an extra period.
Although Nacua scored for his second TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score.
Key Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The young star now leads the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on twelve catches in this contest.
