Seahawks Secure Postseason Berth with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seattle have taken over their Conference standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the fifth seed with an eleven and four record.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two picks but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, including the tying score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point lead at half-time before Walker broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Rams defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for a big return, setting up a short score by Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed provided the comeback with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play forced the contest into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Key Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a career-high two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
