Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning fightback to defeat the Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their Conference race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Game Highlights
Signal-caller Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to make two scoring throws, including the tying score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's first interception for a big return, leading to a short touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited the comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play sent the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning conversion.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, after claiming a career-high two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on 12 catches in this game.
