Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning fightback to overcome the Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a two-year absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their Conference race with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who fell to the fifth seed with an eleven and four standing.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the second score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point lead at the break before Walker broke free for a long scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, setting up a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play sent the contest into an extra period.
Although Nacua scored for his second TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a career-high two hundred twenty-five yards on 12 catches in this contest.
