Seahawks Secure Play-off Berth with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a remarkable comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their division's race with a 12-3 record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth seed with an 11-4 record.
Game Recap
Quarterback Darnold had two interceptions but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the tying score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point lead at half-time before Walker burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for a big return, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion sent the game into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the game-winning conversion.
Notable Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial score.
- The young star now leads the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a personal-best two hundred twenty-five yards on twelve catches in this contest.
