Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle engineered a stunning fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a two-year hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference race with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Game Recap
Quarterback Darnold threw two picks but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the second score to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Walker burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the end zone, and a converted conversion sent the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the crucial score.
- The young star tops the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best 225 yards on twelve catches in this contest.
