Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning comeback to overcome the Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a two-year absence.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their Conference race with a twelve and three mark, supplanting the Rams, who fell to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Action Recap
Signal-caller Darnold threw two picks but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the second TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for a big return, leading to a short touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided the hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play forced the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive score.
Notable Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star now leads the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a career-high 225 yards on 12 catches in this game.
