Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a two-year hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a 12-3 record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to deliver two touchdown passes, including the tying score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a 13-7 lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard score by Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play sent the contest into an extra period.
Although Nacua scored for his second TD in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Notable Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime score.
- The young star tops the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 yards on twelve receptions in this game.
