Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a remarkable comeback to overcome the Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seattle squad triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks 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 twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 standing.
Game Recap
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two picks but regrouped to make two touchdown passes, including the second TD to wideout Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point lead at half-time before Walker burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted conversion forced the game into an extra period.
Although Nacua scored for his another TD in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the decisive score.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 catches in this game.
