Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning comeback to defeat the Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a twelve and three mark, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four standing.
Action Highlights
Signal-caller Sam Darnold had two interceptions but regrouped to make two scoring throws, including the tying score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a long scoring dash for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for a big return, leading to a short score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play forced the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star tops the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a personal-best 225 receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.
