Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight win.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team secured their place to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, including the second score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point lead at half-time before Walker broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for a big return, setting up a one-yard score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the comeback with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play forced the game into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his another TD in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive conversion.
Notable Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a career-high two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.
