Seahawks Secure Play-off Berth with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning comeback to overcome the Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching 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 postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their Conference standings with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four standing.
Action Recap
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point lead at half-time before Walker burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for a big return, setting up a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited the comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion forced the game into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his another TD in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Key Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The young star tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a career-high 225 yards on twelve receptions in this game.
