Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad triumphed by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their Conference standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who fell to the fifth seed with an eleven and four record.
Action Highlights
Signal-caller Darnold had two interceptions but regrouped to deliver two touchdown passes, including the tying score to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at half-time 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, leading to a one-yard score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play sent the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the crucial score.
- The young star now leads the league with 1,541 yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this game.
