Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Rams had already secured a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their division's standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Action Recap
Signal-caller Darnold had two picks but regrouped to make two scoring throws, including the second TD to wideout Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long scoring dash for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play forced the contest into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning conversion.
Notable Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on twelve receptions in this contest.
