Seattle Seahawks Secure Postseason Berth with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Saubert made the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning comeback to overcome the Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their division's race with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth seed with an eleven and four standing.
Game Recap
Quarterback Darnold had two picks but regrouped to deliver two touchdown passes, including the second TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for Seattle.
Rams cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, leading to a short score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion forced the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his second TD in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning conversion.
Key Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The young star now leads the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 catches in this contest.