Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the final period, the Seattle squad triumphed by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's standings with a 12-3 record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth seed with an 11-4 record.
Action Recap
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two picks but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, including the second score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's first pick for a big return, setting up a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited the hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion forced the game into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the game-winning conversion.
Key Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the overtime score.
- The young star tops the league with over 1,500 yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this game.
