Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year absence.
With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their division's standings with a 12-3 record, supplanting the Rams, who dropped to the fifth seed with an eleven and four record.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold threw two picks but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying score to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Rams defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited the comeback with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted conversion forced the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the decisive score.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The young star tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best 225 receiving yards on twelve catches in this contest.
