Seattle Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a stunning comeback to defeat the Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their division's standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the fifth seed with an 11-4 standing.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Darnold had two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the tying TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point lead at half-time before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, leading to a short score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play forced the game into an extra period.
Although Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Key Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with 1,541 yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on twelve catches in this game.
