Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to overcome the Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their division's standings with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two picks but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, including the second score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Rams cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided the comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion sent the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the game-winning conversion.
Key Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 receptions in this game.