Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Berth with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year absence.
With this result, the Seattle have taken over their Conference standings with a 12-3 mark, supplanting the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to make two touchdown passes, including the tying TD to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for a big return, leading to a short touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited the comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play sent the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second TD in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Notable Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 yards on twelve receptions in this game.
