Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a remarkable fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their Conference race with a twelve and three mark, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four standing.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Darnold threw two picks but regrouped to make two scoring throws, culminating in the second TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a 13-7 lead at the break before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for a big return, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play forced the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive score.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The young star now leads the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 yards on twelve receptions in this game.
