Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle have taken over their division's standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 standing.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold had two interceptions but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, including the second score to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point lead at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long scoring dash for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, setting up a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion forced the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second TD in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a personal-best 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this game.
