Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a remarkable fightback to overcome the Rams in extra time, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks have taken over their division's race with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 standing.
Game Recap
Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to make two scoring throws, culminating in the second score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Walker broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for Seattle.
Rams cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, leading to a short touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed provided the comeback with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted conversion sent the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive conversion.
Key Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Nacua is second with 1,367, after claiming a personal-best 225 receiving yards on twelve catches in this contest.
