Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a remarkable comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle have taken over their division's race with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four standing.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, culminating in the tying score to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Walker burst through for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Rams defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion forced the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score.
Key Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star tops the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 yards on twelve catches in this game.
