Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a remarkable fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn 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 division's race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who fell to the fifth seed with an eleven and four record.
Action Highlights
Signal-caller Darnold had two picks but regrouped to make two touchdown passes, including the tying score to wideout Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at the break before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Rams defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for a big return, setting up a short score by Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed provided the hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play forced the contest into an extra period.
Although Nacua scored for his second TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive score.
Notable Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star now leads the NFL with 1,541 yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a career-high 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this game.
