Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a stunning comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their place in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seattle squad triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff berth earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team secured their place to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference standings with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 standing.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold threw two picks but regrouped to make two scoring throws, including the tying score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for a big return, setting up a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion sent the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second TD in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning conversion.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with over 1,500 yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 yards on twelve catches in this game.
