Seattle Seahawks Secure Postseason Berth with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a remarkable comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their Conference race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Action Highlights
Signal-caller Darnold had two interceptions but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the second TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point lead at half-time before Walker burst through for a long scoring dash for the home side.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided Seattle's comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play sent the contest into an extra period.
Although Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a career-high 225 receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.
