Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle have taken over their division's race with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Game Recap
Quarterback Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to make two touchdown passes, including the second TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at the break before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for a big return, setting up a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed provided the comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play forced the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the game-winning conversion.
Notable Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime score.
- The young star now leads the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, after claiming a career-high 225 yards on twelve receptions in this game.