Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Rams.
Receiver Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a remarkable fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their Conference standings with a 12-3 record, supplanting the Rams, who fell to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four standing.
Game Recap
Quarterback Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the second score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Rams defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, leading to a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed provided Seattle's comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play forced the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the overtime score.
- The young star now leads the league with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on 12 catches in this game.
