Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks.
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 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Rams had already secured a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their Conference race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the fifth seed with an 11-4 record.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Darnold had two picks but recovered to make two touchdown passes, including the tying score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker broke free for a long scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a short score by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided the comeback with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion sent the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second TD in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Notable Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the overtime score.
- The young star now leads the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best two hundred twenty-five yards on 12 catches in this game.
