Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a remarkable fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a two-year absence.
With this result, the Seattle have taken over their Conference race with a 12-3 record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five seed with an 11-4 standing.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to make two scoring throws, culminating in the tying TD to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point lead at half-time before Walker burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for a big return, leading to a short score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited the comeback with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play sent the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the game-winning conversion.
Notable Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
