Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle staged a remarkable fightback to defeat the Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the final period, the Seattle squad triumphed by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight win.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold threw two picks but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, including the tying TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point lead at the break before Walker burst through for a long scoring dash for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, leading to a short touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided the hope with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play forced the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the decisive score.
Key Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a career-high two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
